ROLES OF EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM IN EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION FOR EPRP
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https://doi.org/10.55197/qjssh.v7i2.1110Keywords:
Emergency Response Team (ERT), Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), Emergency Management (EM), Environmental Safety (ES)Abstract
The Emergency Response Team (ERT) in emergency management in higher education institutions (HEIs) is an important element in the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP). As a key organizational recommendation, the ERT should prioritize its role in effectively managing emergencies that are within its operational capacity. This research study presents ERT as an important management system in EPRP through the assessment of ERTs active participation in emergencies conducted through the analysis of its establishment, procedures and documentation in the organization. This research study uses a content articles analysis review of relevant literature to assess the functions and capabilities of ERT in the context of emergency management. Furthermore, a content analysis critically examines the literature reviewed in the article. The paper also highlights the important functions and capabilities of the emergency response team in addressing campus emergencies, ensuring environmental safety, and fostering resilience through the roles and responsibilities of the ERT.
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