NDEM Documents

Continuity of Operations Plan

The Continuity of Government (COG) Plan of the State of Nevada provides that each of the three branches of government (Executive, Legislative, and Judicial) will establish and maintain a viable Branch Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan that assures the performance of essential functions during emergency or other situations that disrupt normal operations. This document is updated annually. 

Continuity of Government is paramount in the event of a crisis or emergency within, or affecting the State of Nevada. The State is vulnerable to a variety of hazards that threaten its citizens, communities, businesses, economy and the environment.  The September 11, 2001 attack on our nation emphasized this point and increased the urgency to strengthen plans and procedures that provide for the continuation of civil government and a capability to perform essential functions over a wide range of contingencies.

Disaster Recovery Framework

The State of Nevada Disaster Recovery Framework has been developed to address how the State of Nevada will address recovery activities in the aftermath of a disaster. The Framework delineates the policies, procedures, and organizational structures that the state will use in coordinating state recovery activities in support of local and tribal governments, community-based organizations, and the private sector.

National Incident Management System / Preparedness Framework

The Nevada Division of Emergency Management (NDEM) prepares and updates a statewide National Incident Management System (NIMS) / Preparedness Framework. This overarching framework will consolidate several existing preparedness documents and formally articulate the Integrated Preparedness Planning (IPP) model in the State of Nevada NDEM’s emergency management program. The Framework and IPP highlight Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) standards and Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) compliance.

Nevada Resilience Advisory Committee Annual Report

This report highlights the statewide collaboration driving the development and implementation of homeland security and emergency management preparedness initiatives. It also provides an overview of how allocated grant funds are strategically invested to address critical statewide needs and strengthen Nevada’s overall resilience.

Nevada State Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan

The objective of the State Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (SCEMP) is to reduce the possible consequences of an emergency by preventing loss of life and injuries; reducing damage to infrastructure, buildings, and homes; thus accelerating the resumption of normal daily life activities; and to the maximum extent possible, protect the environment.

Pursuant to Chapter 414 of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the SCEMP is the master emergency operations document for the State of Nevada in the prevention of, preparation for, response to, and recovery from an emergency or disaster. The SCEMP describes strategies, assumptions, operational objectives, and mechanisms through which the Nevada Emergency Operations Center will mobilize resources and conduct activities to guide and support local emergency management efforts through preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.

Statewide Resilience Strategy

The Statewide Resilience Strategy outlines Nevada’s path toward adopting a resilience-focused approach for its emergency management and homeland security initiatives. It offers a broad overview of the current landscape, highlighting existing efforts while identifying opportunities to strengthen and unify systems across the state. Most importantly, it proposes strategies to better coordinate these efforts, ensuring a more efficient, cohesive, and proactive approach to safeguarding Nevada’s communities. 

Strategic Planning Framework

The strategic planning framework was built upon over 18 months of effort and establishes a roadmap for the Nevada Division of Emergency Management (NDEM) to evolve over the next five years. It is based on previous NDEM strategic planning efforts with input from the statewide community, and it aims to provide a vision for emergency management throughout the state, and not just a vision for NDEM.