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Continuity of Operations

COOP Defined � Efforts to ensure continuance of essential functions across a wide range of potential emergencies – building collapse, flooding, terrorist attack, fire, work force degradation, and others

COOP Elements � Plans and Procedures � Vital Records and Databases � Essential Functions � Human Capital � Delegations of Authority (Personnel) � Orders of Succession � Test, Training & Exercises � Alternate Operating Facilities � Interoperable Communications

COOP Elements Continued Plans and Procedures � Development of comprehensive COOP plans � Implementation plans for: � Activation and relocation � Alternate operating facility operations � Reconstitution (termination and return to normal operations)

COOP Elements Continued Essential Functions � Functions that enable the public/private entity to and sustain its operations � Determination of essential functions under all circumstances � Prioritized functions based on the criticality of the function � Staffing, resource requirements, and any other supporting activities needed to perform these functions

COOP Elements Continued Delegations of Authority � Legal authority of elected/corporate officials � Identified programs and administrative authorities needed for effective operations � Documentation to include: � Delineation of the limits of authority and accountability � A statement explicitly outlining authority � Circumstances under which delegated authorities would be exercised and when they would terminate � Briefing and training of delegated officials

COOP Elements Continued Orders of Succession � Established order to the key leadership positions � Established rules, procedures and training � Predetermined conditions for succession Alternate Operating Facilities • Pre-Designated for unannounced relocations * Short and/or long term relocations

COOP Elements Continued Interoperable Communications � Communication with COOP personnel, other employees, leadership, and other elements � Access to data, systems, and services Vital Records and Databases • Established vital records program • Maintenance and Updating of Vital Records • Training for staff involved with Vital Records

COOP Elements Continued Human Capital (Personnel) � Pay/leave/benefits guidance � (Essential) Staffing issues � Management/employee roles and responsibilities Tests, Training and Exercises • Testing of alert and notification procedures • Testing of COOP infrastructure • Awareness briefs and training for primary COOP staff