Smaller representation of the Preparedness System Cycle with the fourth component highlighted and labeled 4

Planning Guidance for the Whole Community

The National Planning System provides a unified approach and common terminology to support the implementation of the National Preparedness System through plans that support an all threats and hazards approach to preparedness. These plans—whether strategic, operational, or tactical—enable the whole community to build, sustain, and deliver the core capabilities identified in the National Preparedness Goal.

More information can be found on the National Planning System site (https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1454504745569-c5234d4556a00eb7b86342c869531ea0/National_Planning_System_20151029.pdf).

For example, Comprehensive Planning Guides (CPGs) provide flexible decision aids, tools, and templates that jurisdictions can use to assist with the development and integration of plans. The following CPGs are available:

CPG 101: Developing and Maintaining Emergency Operations Plans (https://www.fema.gov/plan)
CPG 201: Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Guide (https://www.fema.gov/threat-and-hazard-identification-and-risk-assessment)
CPG 502: Considerations for Fusion Center and Emergency Operations Center Coordination https://www.fema.gov/plan)

Covers from CPG 101: Developing and Maintaining Emergency Operations Plans, and CPG 201: Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Guide