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Terrorism

The principle of a ‘consequences not causes’ approach, as outlined in the core guidance, means that many aspects of a response to a terrorist incident will be the same or very similar to that of a more ‘mainstream’ emergency. Nevertheless, some aspects of such an incident will require additional measures.

Spontaneous Incidents

For spontaneous incidents Category 1 and 2 responders must rely on their own internal arrangements and relevant multi-agency and/or site specific plans. This will guide the level and type of response required.

It is not possible to be definitive in terms of escalation points, however, the undernoted would indicate a need to activate multi-agency coordination:

Response

Command, Control and Coordination of Emergencies

Response to every emergency requires to be tailored to its particular circumstances. These circumstances will dictate the appropriate level of management required. The key principle is having the right people in the right place at the right time.

The management of emergency response is based upon a framework of three ascending levels, namely Operational, Tactical and Strategic.

Responding to Emergencies

This document is part of the Preparing Scotland suite of guidance. Preparing Scotland guidance is set out as a "Hub and Spokes" model. The central Hub incorporates the philosophy and principles of resilience in Scotland, governance structures, regulatory guidance and recommended good practice. The spokes, of which this guidance is part, provide detailed guidance on specific matters, see diagram below. This guidance relates to Responding to Emergencies.

 

Introduction

The Scottish Government’s approach to protecting the public in case of emergency is built around the concept of resilience. This is defined as the ability “at every relevant level to detect, prevent and, if necessary, to handle and recover from disruptive challenges”. Recovery is a fundamental element of resilience.

Recovering From Emergencies In Scotland

CONSIDERATIONS FOR SENIOR MANAGERS

If an emergency was to happen today:
  • what part would you play in the Resilience Partnership’s arrangements for recovery?
  • is your management team prepared to support you in your management role in recovery?
  • are you fully prepared to lead the recovery activities of both your organisation and the multi-agency group if requested?
  • have you trained and exercised for your personal role?
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