What does the OEP aim to minimize in emergency situations?

The Office of Emergency Preparedness (OEP) focuses on minimizing the risk of personnel injury and property damage during emergency situations. This objective is critical because emergencies can often lead to chaotic scenarios where lives may be threatened, and assets may be compromised. By implementing effective emergency preparedness strategies, training, and response plans, the OEP aims to ensure that personnel are safe and that properties are protected as much as possible when disasters or crisis situations occur.

While minimizing legal repercussions, negative public perception, and emotional distress are also important considerations in a broader sense, the primary mission during an emergency is to ensure safety and mitigate harm to individuals and property. Addressing those elements indirectly supports the overarching goal of protecting lives and assets, making the focus on injury and damage paramount.