Emergency Management Jobs in Vermont Recognized
Those with emergency management jobs in Vermont were recently recognized for their hard work. Visit http://ambulancejobs.com to learn more.
Gov. Jim Douglas recently announced that Vermont Emergency Management has been fully accredited by the national Emergency Management Accreditation Program. Vermont is now one of 22 states and four jurisdictions with an accredited program.
EMAP is a review process for state and local emergency management programs to ensure they are in compliance with national standards. The process provides emergency management programs the chance to be recognized for compliance with national standards, demonstrate accountability and focus on areas and issues where resources are needed.
“Our emergency management team deserves the thanks and praise of Vermonters for achieving this accreditation,” Douglas said. “We have worked hard in recent years to ensure that our disaster preparedness and response systems are coordinated and ready to meet the needs of Vermonters in a crisis.”
EMAP uses 63 different criteria to identify areas for improvement at emergency management organizations. During a baseline EMAP assessment in 2004, VEM only met 12 of the 54 criteria at that time, but has now worked with other state agency and local partners to meet all 63 criteria.
“I am proud of the dedication and leadership our VEM staff has shown to ensure that Vermont meets the highest national standards for emergency preparedness,” Public Safety Commissioner Tom Tremblay said. “Demonstrating that the entire state’s readiness efforts meet national standards is not just a welcomed recognition; it means that the state has the tools and coordination to respond effectively in the event of disaster. We will continue to work on a collaborative basis to update and enhance our disaster response preparedness.”