EMERGENCY RESPONSE SUBCOMMITTEE

The Emergency Response Subcommittee updates and exercises the City's emergency management plan to respond to any chemical release. It has also worked with the Communications and Community Awareness Subcommittees to install Shelter In Place signs in city parks and produce a video about the City's warning systems and emergency plan.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN

The plan is unique because it integrates the emergency response plans of the city, industry, the school district, and other resources into one comprehensive document. The Subcommittee used the plan to develop a full-color Flow Chart which translates checklists and procedures from text into a visual action plan.

The plan is reviewed at least annually but is updated as needed. A current copy of the Emergency Management Plan is available for review in the Office of Emergency Management; call 281/478-7247 to schedule an appointment during regular business hours.

Photo of LEPC drill with Deer Park ISD students 

DRILLS AND EXERCISES

The LEPC exercises the Emergency Management Plan at least once a year to test procedures, equipment and other resources, and make sure emergency response personnel have been properly trained in their roles and responsibilities. Lessons learned during the exercise are incorporated into the plan and shared with other LEPC members.

Drills and exercises are the best way to validate the city's emergency management plan and make sure responders are ready for any chemical emergency.  The 2006 Deer Park Full-Scale Exercise involved more than 600 participants from 45 different agencies and organizations.  CLICK HERE for more information about the 2006 exercise and to view a free 2-minute sample of the LEPC's Exercise Video.  

For more information about the Emergency Response Subcommittee, contact the LEPC Secretary by clicking on the CONTACT US hotlink below.