Citation

Kano M, Bourque LB. NASSP Bull. 2007; 91(3): 201-218.

Affiliation

School of Public Health, University of California, Los Angeles

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, National Association of Secondary School Principals, Publisher SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/0192636507305102

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This study assesses schools' experiences with, and preparedness for, emergencies and disasters. Data are collected by mail survey from 157 public schools in California. The majority of schools have experienced emergencies in recent years. Although respondents generally feel their school is well prepared for future emergencies, limitations are identified in their disaster plans, availability of emergency supplies, training, and interagency coordination, with some differences between primary and secondary schools.