Guidebook: Best Practices on Emergency Action Plans for OAE Programmes and Operations
11 December 2023
Learn how OAE programme providers can develop robust Emergency Action Plans to prepare for and manage emergencies effectively across different stages of programme delivery
This guide addresses the development of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for outdoor adventure education providers, helping providers prepare for and mitigate the impact of emergencies on participants and other involved parties.
It covers pre-emergency processes such as identifying and classifying emergency types, recognising that emergencies are unexpected, urgent events that pose a threat to life, health, property or the environment. It also outlines the importance of establishing clear roles and responsibilities, identifying evacuation points and routes to advanced medical care, and validating EAPs annually through exercises and simulations.