N.J. Admin. Code § 8:52-12.2 - Emergency response capability
(a) Each local health
agency shall ensure its capacity to immediately respond to a public health emergency
in accordance with applicable State and Federal requirements. Each local health
agency shall also:
1. Maintain a mechanism which
allows for emergency communication 24 hours per day, seven days per week, including
weekends and holidays;
2. Develop a
preparedness plan with the local public health system to address public health
emergencies. The plan shall be consistent with and be integrated with the Health
Alert Network; and
3. Orient and train
their staff (through exercises) to their roles and responsibilities under the plan
at least annually.
(b) Each
local health agency shall work with their municipal and county Office of Emergency
Management to ensure the coordination and integration of public health and emergency
management planning and response activities.
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