II. Lessons Learned
Supplement A: Command and Control
Public Health Guidance for Community-Level Preparedness and Response to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Version 2/3
- A clear organizational structure with well-defined roles and responsibilities and operational authority is necessary for an effective response to SARS.
- Strong leadership is essential to coordinate a SARS response, allow efficient allocation of resources, and disseminate consistent information.
- An incident command structure supported by the adequate information systems allows for rapid and efficient implementation of a SARS response.
- A suitable legislative framework is necessary to impose a variety of emergency public health and containment measures, at both the individual and community levels.
Related Pages
- Summary
- I. Rationale and Goals
- II. Lessons Learned
- III. Operational Authority
- IV. Incident Command and Management System
- V. Legal Authority
- Appendix A1: State and Local Health Official Epidemic SARS Checklist: Are You and Your Jurisdiction Ready for Epidemic Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)?
- Appendix A2: Checklist of Legal Considerations for SARS Preparedness in Your Community
- Appendix A3: Fact Sheet: Practical Steps for SARS Legal Preparedness
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