Performance Indicators for the Assessment of Emergency Preparedness in Major Accident Hazards

This research report develops a framework model of emergency management and applies it to the development of performance indicators for the assessment of emergency preparedness in Major Accident Hazard industries.

The research involved visiting 11 major accidents sites in the UK.

Data collection consisted of detailed interviews to evaluate site preparedness for dealing with the possibility of an incident.

Processes, plans, people and facilities were reviewed.

At each site emergency exercises were observed and assessed.

The information gathered was compiled into a database and analyzed using a 7-point framework for emergency management capability.