Emergency Operat ions P lan Revision 2.0 Revised 10/1/09 Preface

It is difficult to accurately predict the location, the frequency, and the scale of an emergency. It is possible however, to plan, build capacity, manage, and coordinate resources and efforts that reduce the adverse impact of an overwhelming emergency The City of Cleveland’s Emergency Operations Plan identifies potential hazards and jurisdictional vulnerabilities. The plan describes the notification, management, and communication process, as well as how resources are mobilized and coordinated. The goal of the plan is to save lives, reduce injuries, and limit property damage before, during and after an emergency. To that end, every organization described in the plan has the authority and responsibility to prepare and maintain standard operating procedures, commit to training for all employees, and conduct plan maintenance. All City of Cleveland employees shall support this plan and carry out their responsibilities as required by this document. Modifications to this document are only authorized upon my approval or, under the appropriate circumstances, upon approval of the Chief Operating Officer. This City of Cleveland Emergency Operations Plan supersedes all previous plans, and is in force for all natural and man-made emergencies that occur in the City of Cleveland