Pre-planned, pre-designed templates can assist you in the task of composing an effective NWEM by providing a framework for your message . When a hazard event occurs, the framework is completed with the particulars.
With Job Aid #1, you decided which types of NWEMs you were most likely to use in your warning area. For each type, inventory whether you already have an existing template.
For those templates you already have (if any), review and update in light of the best practices described in this chapter.
- For those templates that may be missing, research whether your state Emergency Operations Plan's Warning Annex, or other state guidance may provide a template source. Job Aid #3, below, may also assist you in getting started.
- If you have designated specific, individual approval authorities by NWEM type (see Job Aid #1), involve them in the template development and review process.
- Once you are satisfied with your templates, your NWEM authoring software should provide you with the capability to enter and store them for future use.
- Incorporate your templates in an Appendix to your HazCollect Standard Operating Procedure (discussed in Chapter 5).
- During an After Action Review for any exercise or actual event, include a review of your templates. If any deficiencies are found, update to incorporate lessons learned.
Job Aid #3, Generic NWEM Template
Job Aid #3 can be accessed from the "Try It" button below.
Job Aid #3 can be accessed from the "Try It" button below.
- This Job Aid is provided to illustrate the template concept, and incorporates best practices described in the previous lessons. It is not intended to be your actual template, but may be further customized based on NWEM type and local practice.
- The Job Aid is a non-functional, online form. That is, the form does not actually produce a cleanly formatted text NWEM. However, once you have opened the Job Aid in your browser, you can save a copy to your local drive. You should then be able to open with your word processing software and customize as needed.
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Job Aid, Generic NWEM Template |