SOP/NDMA

Creating a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) or a National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) guideline for a school involves outlining protocols for safety and emergency preparedness. Here’s a general framework you can follow

• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for School Emergency Preparedness
• Purpose
• To establish a clear protocol for responding to emergencies and ensuring the safety of students and staff.
• Scope
• This SOP applies to all school personnel, students, and visitors.
• Roles and Responsibilities
• School Principal Overall responsibility for emergency management.
• Emergency Response Team Specific roles (e.g., first aid, communication, evacuation).
• Teachers Implement emergency procedures and ensure student safety.
• Students Follow instructions during an emergency.
• Types of Emergencies
• Fire
• Natural disasters (earthquakes, floods)
• Security threats (intruders, lockdown)
• Medical emergencies
• Emergency Procedures
• Fire Evacuation
  • Sound alarm and evacuate via designated routes.
  • Assemble at a safe location.
• Earthquake Response
  • Drop, cover, and hold on until shaking stops.
  • Evacuate if building is damaged.
• Lockdown Procedures
  • Lock doors, turn off lights, and remain silent.
  • Communicate with authorities as needed.
• Communication Plan
• Use of public address systems, mobile alerts, or designated staff to relay information.
• Maintain updated contact lists for parents and emergency services.
• Training and Drills
• Conduct regular training sessions and emergency drills for staff and students.
• Review and revise procedures based on drill outcomes.
• First Aid and Medical Emergencies
• Maintain a stocked first aid kit.
• Designate trained first aid responders among staff.
• Protocol for contacting emergency services.
• Post-Emergency Procedures
• Conduct a debrief to evaluate the response.
• Communicate with parents and the community.
• Provide counseling services if needed.
• Review and Updates
• Review SOP annually or after an incident.
• Update procedures based on new guidelines or feedback.