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ASSIGNMENT #1 OHS 3013 EMERGENCY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT Course Instructor: ZAREEN MAUTHOOR SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 Submitted By: Student name: Navneet Kaur Student ID: C0864825
1. Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Municipal Emergency Control Group In accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA), Ontario Regulation 380/04 establishes municipal standards. The Municipal event Control Group (MECG), a team of government representatives charged with coordinating the delivery of crucial services required to lessen the impact of the event on the community, will be in charge of leading and managing the emergency response. - Directing, organizing, or supervising the evacuation of residents. - Establishing plans for the termination of utilities or services offered by public or commercial entities, such as gas, rail, and highway traffic. - Securing the essential services and tools from local organizations, such as private contractors, businesses, volunteer organizations, and service groups. - Deciding whether to inform or ask for assistance from various other governmental levels and any relevant public or private organizations. - Deciding whether volunteer appeals are necessary and whether more volunteers are needed. - Establishing whether extra transportation is needed for an evacuation, the movement of people, or the delivery of goods, and helping to make arrangements. - Ensuring that the mayor swiftly forwards important emergency information to the emergency information coordinator. - Notifying the organization, service, or team working under their supervision that the emergency has been resolved. - Participating in the emergency's post-debriefing discussion. 2. Explain how emergency management is organized in Ontario. Give examples of the role and responsibility of each group. Emergency management is organized through a structured framework involving multiple levels of government and various agencies. The primary responsibility lies with the provincial government. Following is overview of the structure and roles and responsibilities of each group. 1. Provincial level Fire marshal and emergency management Responsibility- charge of organising Ontario's emergency management activities. It is crucial in creating emergency management policies, plans, and procedures. Ministries and agencies Responsibility- During emergencies, the Ministry of Health oversees managing medical services and supplies as well as the delivery of healthcare. Ontario provincial police
Responsibility – of law enforcement, traffic control and disaster response in case of emergency. 2. Municipal level Emergency services- First responders who can react quickly in an emergency include local police, fire departments, and paramedics. In an emergency, they offer support right away and work with other organisations in a coordinated manner. Municipal emergency management program- responsible for creating the emergency response teams, conducting risk assessments, and implementing emergency plans. 3. NGO’s nongovernmental organization Such organisations as the Canadian Red Cross play a crucial role in times of catastrophe by offering home healthcare and food assistance to those impacted. 3. Discuss the concept and principles of emergency management in Ontario. Principles of Emergency Management:
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