UC Ready is a continuity planning program that is being implemented throughout the University of California system.
This web-based program, created by UC Berkeley, was designed to prepare for rapid resumption of the University's mission following any unexpected disruption (i.e. earthquake). The core activities of teaching, research, and public service are performed at the department level, therefore preparations to continue these activities after a disaster should begin at that level. UC Ready can help you prepare for continuity issues of excessive absenteeism associated with the Pandemic H1N1 (2009) Influenza. UC Ready actually builds on the pandemic planning previously conducted by UC Davis.
UC Ready Plans Identify:
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CRITICAL FUNCTIONS performed by your department, and the factors needed for their continuance.
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INFORMATION AND STRATEGIES that will help during and after the disaster-event.
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ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL needed for continuance of critical operations
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PLANNING STRATEGIES to ensure that we are better prepared.
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ACTION ITEMS that can be done now snow to lessen the impact of these events.
Start your Department's Plan
There are three easy ways you can get started:
Option 1
Schedule a time for a one-on-one training. The training may take about 1-2 hours, and of course will vary based on the size of your department and your familiarity of web-based programs.
Option 2
Take the online UC Ready training offered through http://lms.ucdavis.edu The training is about an hour long with modules that cover the different sections of the UC Ready tool. This training is designed so you can go at your own pace. (This option is not available at this time, but is scheduled for release very soon)
Option 3
Go directly into the UC Ready tool , select UC Davis, and start your plan using the guidance supplied within the program.
Our staff is always available to answer any questions you may have, or to assist you through the development of your plan. Please contact Diana Cox at dicox@ucdavis.edu or 754-2559.
See Business Continuity Plans in Action
See how CSU Northridge worked through the aftermath of the Northridge Earthquake:
