The CPSC staff determined the testing considered to be the most important in evaluating effectiveness. That testing focused on function, human-factors issues, durability, and flammability.
The GAO examined Customs & Border Protection traveler inspection efforts, the progress made, & the challenges that remain in staffing & training at ports of entry & the progress CBP has made in developing strategic plans & performance criteria.
The Federal Transit Administration spells out its commitment to the continuous improvement of safety, security, and emergency preparedness capabilities in the public transportation industries.
This toolkit is intended to guide local public health-agency staffs in: (1) developing, implementing, and evaluating emergency drills and exercises; and (2) facilitating the public-health aspects of larger, multi-agency emergency exercise events.
This toolkit provides: Information leaders need to know about pandemic flu; ready-to-use and ready-to-tailor resources prepared by HHS and CDC; and ideas and materials to help organizations prepare and to encourage other organizations to get involved.
This fact sheet was created in response to requests by utilities and other water-sector stakeholders for more information about options for interstate mutual aid, specifically the Emergency Management Assistance Compact, or EMAC.
A guide on public health responses to emergencies that is specifically tailored for public officials (e.g., mayors, governors, county executives, emergency managers) and first responders.