It improves information flow and coordination among all jurisdictions and agencies involved in emergency. All agencies with responsibility for the emergency are aware of the priorities and constraints of each one of them. No authority of a body or legal requirements are compromised or forgotten. Each agency is fully aware of the plan, actions and limitations of other agencies. The combined effects of all agencies are optimized because they fulfill their missions under a single Emergency Action Plan. It reduces or eliminates duplication of effort, reducing costs and the possibility of frustration or conflict.
The structure of the EMS is based on the following principles: Common Terminology: The terminology of SME is standardized and is consistent with all agencies involved. Modular Organization: The structure of the EMS can be increased at multiple levels to address the complexity and extent of the emergency. Integrated Communications: The EMS requires a common communications plan, standard operating procedures, clear text, common frequencies and common terminology. Consolidated Plans Emergency Action: Action Plans describe response goals, operational objectives and support activities. Manageable span of control: A “Manageable scope” is defined as the number of individuals or functions that a person can effectively handle.
In the EMS, the area of control for any person is within a margin of three to seven applications, with five being the optimum. Facilities designated for emergencies: They have clearly defined functions to assist in the effective management of the emergency. Full management of resources: All resources are managed through all organizations deployed in an emergency, including the maximum staff safety. The structure of the EMS emergency organization is built around four main components: Control – Emergency Management (Command) Programming – collection and analysis of information on programming the emergency and response activities (Planning) Operations – conduct of resources to combat the emergency. (Operations) Logistics – providing facilities, services and materials necessary to combat the emergency. (Logistics) These four components are the foundation on which to build the organization’s EMS. Apply during a routine emergency, when preparing for an important event, or when handling the response to a major disaster. The structure of the EMS can be extended or shortened to handle any size and type of emergency. Conclusions The safety, effectiveness and efficiency can be achieved when possible a seamless integration of emergency agencies to local level and also for an international deployment to help a country in need. An SME applied worldwide to enhance the safety of the fighters, efficiency and effectiveness in the management of emergency response. The EMS provides the model for the management, control and coordination of emergency response. It is a means of coordinating the efforts of the agencies because they work with the common goal of stabilizing an emergency and protect life and property and the environment. It also reduces the risk of overlapping agencies and potential confusion with an emergency due to a misunderstanding or inadequate coordination. It is essential to adopt a common system of emergency management at the global level, allowing any aid work quickly and effectively. The EMS is a tool that can achieve that goal. By: Haward H.