Civil Contingencies Act 2004

Question 1

what does this act do?

Answer 1

sets rules and responsibilities for those involved in emergency preparation

Question 2

what type of events or incidents does this act cover?

Answer 2

1. fires
2. floods
3. pandemics

Question 3

what are some contingency plans?

Answer 3

1. a major incident plan
2. lockdown plans
3. infection control plan

Question 4

what does contingency mean?

Answer 4

a backup plan or action for unexpected events (just in case)

Question 5

how can local authorities prepare with this act?

Answer 5

1. meetings
2. evaluate risk
3. training