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# '''Keep response plans up to date.''' A response plan is a dynamic document. Even if a charter or operations plan is written, it should be regularly reviewed and updated as resources change. | # '''Keep response plans up to date.''' A response plan is a dynamic document. Even if a charter or operations plan is written, it should be regularly reviewed and updated as resources change. | ||
# '''Build strong foundations.''' It's tempting to tackle all problems at once, but this leads to burnout and incomplete solutions. Instead, prioritize and focus on resolving issues decisively. Then, move on to the next priority, giving it the same attention. Be realistic about what can be accomplished based on available resources. | # '''Build strong foundations.''' It's tempting to tackle all problems at once, but this leads to burnout and incomplete solutions. Instead, prioritize and focus on resolving issues decisively. Then, move on to the next priority, giving it the same attention. Be realistic about what can be accomplished based on available resources. | ||
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|''Allow NET Team Leaders to take charge of a service area they determine themselves and turn in an Operations Plan for that area to PBEM.'' | |''Allow NET Team Leaders to take charge of a service area they determine themselves and turn in an Operations Plan for that area to PBEM.'' | ||
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'''The CRD model is intended not just to resolve issues in NET organization, but to apply Community Resilience''' as a key concept of practice in volunteer teams. The implications of that mean: | |||
# A CRD is not just a group of trained NET volunteers, but includes local volunteers and programs from any discipline that promotes community resilience of any kind. | |||
# Disaster preparedness and response skills and knowledge are only one kind of skill/knowledge valued in a CRD. | |||
# A CRD should be made up of community leaders who give all volunteers access to the expertise and perspectives needed to form and practice a holistic approach to community resilience. | |||
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