14B NCAC 03 .0102. PURPOSES AND OBJECTIVES

The purpose of the division of emergency management is to provide for the preservation of life and protection of property of the citizens of the state during emergencies and disasters.  Toward this end, the objectives of the division are to obtain financial and material support for the state and local governments' emergency preparedness operations, prepare plans and operations procedures for all hazards, afford training for all personnel and manage preparedness programs of the federal government.  In addition, the division provides coordination assistance for emergency activities before, during and after emergencies and disasters at state and local levels to minimize the adverse effects of any emergency or disaster.  It also coordinates the emergency preparedness efforts of the political subdivisions of the state, provides them with necessary guidance and assistance, determines that they comply with federal and state regulations, and assists them in obtaining federal assistance.  Further, the division performs the activities authorized by the federal government and assigned by the Department of Crime Control and Public Safety in the post-disaster functions of providing services and funds to governments and individuals for the accomplishment of recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction measures.

 

History Note:        Authority G.S. 143B-474; 166A-2; 166A-5;

Eff. December 1, 1979;

Transferred from 14A NCAC 04 .0102 Eff. June 1, 2013.