33 SUGGESTIONS FOR PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGERS Continued from previous page We are at the start of the 2021 hurricane season, so we have adapted the original model to focus specifically on hurricanes. It is our hope that with continuous improvements in Preparedness, fewer lives will be lost and few hurricane impacts will become disasters. Continues on next page FRAMEWORK FOR PUBLIC SECTOR LEADERS/MANAGERS FOR PREPARING FOR HURRICANES BE Committed to leading hurricane preparations Conscious that in 2020 (at least) COVID-19 protocols must be observed while dealing with hurricane preparedness An example to your staff – take the hurricane threat seriously Be thorough – plan for all departments and units A source of accurate information about storm threats Be organised — Always have relevant documents available Emotionally competent – consider how your behaviour and leadership styles impact others KNOW How to get reliable, official, weather information The location of your country in terms of latitude and longitude HAVE Clear priorities for your organisation’s work Detailed, timely information about the impact of the hurricane on the organisation How to communicate at all times with staff and personnel at all levels The members of staff that are likely to be overcome by fear and stress if a threat becomes imminent Know the Emergency regulations as they might apply to your organisation and its work Flood-prone zones in case you and staff have to transit them An accurate contact list for all staff including residential addresses. Keep a duplicate copy with you at home Regular briefings among staff as you prepare for hurricanes Tabletop or if relevant, field exercises for your organisation Up-to-date contact information for key officials outside of your organisation Hard copies of contact lists as back ups Reliable ICT systems and hardware for use for remote work if required Accountability procedures in place for use of vehicles, plant and equipment during emergencies Duplicate and back-up equipment and supplies DO Redeploy staff according to both competencies and commitment Keep up-to-date with official weather information Arrange training for staff in critical areas of skill that could be needed if there is an impact Arrange First-Aid training for staff Check the emergency kit in the organisation
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