governmental restrictions in certain areas due to posted safety concerns. So, having a process in place for when and how to document will only help an organization better prepare for a disaster. Murphy: We very briefly touched on this, but what I find to be incredibly helpful and a true sign that organizations take planning seriously, is training. What are your thoughts on training and the reality of having a properly trained team to handle a disaster should one occur?
Gibbs: Without training, much of the effort put into preparedness and planning can be hindered. Much of this has to do with available resources and executive mindset. If the organizational leaders are not keen on investing in proactively preparing for potential issues, then you very well might not have resources available for training. While some public entities have full- fledged emergency management divisions, others might not have the
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