DIASTER PREPAREDNESS

EMAP Accreditation

The Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) is a voluntary accreditation process for state and local government programs that coordinate disaster preparation and response activities. EMAP is sponsored by numerous nationally-recognized agencies including the National Emergency Management Association (NEMA), the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Through a comprehensive planning process, BDR supports clients in meeting a series of 63 rigorous national standards that are required for EMAP Accreditation. Our consultants evaluate a jurisdiction’s current emergency management programs using recommended best practices set forth by the NFPA 1600 Standard. Outstanding compliance deficiencies are promptly identified and corrected. Most importantly, proof of compliance with EMAP standards is meticulously documented to ensure that accreditation is readily granted.

EMAP Accreditation represents a significant achievement for a jurisdiction and its citizens, demonstrating excellence in disaster preparedness and response systems and raising eligibility for grant funds. Only a handful of U.S. states currently boast full EMAP Accreditation, but the list is growing rapidly. BDR is proud to have assisted several of these states in achieving this coveted distinction.

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