Cochrane takes a proactive approach to emergency preparedness, ensuring our community is ready to respond to disasters and major incidents. Under Alberta’s Emergency Management Act (PDF), every municipality must have a Municipal Emergency Management Plan, which outlines how emergencies are managed and coordinated.
Key components of emergency management
- Emergency Management Agency
This agency includes the Chief Administrative Officer and Director of Emergency Management, supported by administrative staff. It provides guidance and reports to Council on emergency planning and response. - Incident Command Post (ICP)
An ICP is the physical location from which the Incident Commander and their staff direct and manage all aspects of the emergency response. The primary purpose of the ICP is to serve as the central hub for command, coordination and control of all tactical operations during an incident. - Emergency Coordination Centre (ECC)
The ECC is activated for large-scale or long-duration emergencies to provide strategic direction, resource support and multi-agency coordination for the overall response. The primary purpose of an ECC is to provide a central hub for decision-making, information management and resource coordination to protect life, property and the environment during a crisis.
Are you prepared for an emergency?
Being ready for an emergency starts at home. Check out our resources to learn how to build an emergency kit, create an evacuation plan and stay safe in various emergency situations.