STEP FIVE: ASSIGN DUTIES & REPSONSIBLITIES
When a disaster is looming—or strikes—the first thought shouldn't be, "What do I do?" It's important
to think about this ahead of time and assign roles. Carefully evaluate the action plan with necessary
parties and assign specific responsibilities to the management team, board members, homeowners, and
vendors. Hold training sessions and drills to confirm everyone understands and can carry out their duties.
STEP SIX: COMMUNICATE YOUR PLAN
An emergency action plan isn't effective if people don't know about it. Share your plan with the
community, and consider turning it into an actual book and make it accessible to those responding
to any potential crisis. This book can be available in hard copy or a digital format, but keep in mind
that online or digital versions probably won't be accessible if the power goes out. Hosting a dedicated
meeting to discuss the plan may also be beneficial.
STEP SEVEN: CONTINUALLY REVIEW & UPDATE
Don't set it and forget it. Your emergency action plan should be a living document that you revisit
annually and look for ways to improve. Ask for resident and expert input and use the information to
update and strengthen your response. Remember to review essential details, like response times, team
effectiveness, residents who need special assistance, and contractor performance.
