OCEM was formed to improve the level of disaster and emergency preparedness within the boundaries of the participating jurisdictions through increased coordination among OCEM members and among the various emergency service functions provided within each participating jurisdiction. The offices of the OCEM members are co-located in Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue's main administrative offices on Blanton Street in Aloha. Preparedness - Activities designed to help save lives and minimize damage by preparing people to respond appropriately when an emergency or disaster occurs. Maintain Emergency Operations Center facilities and equipment. Integrate region-wide disaster planning and communications.
Conduct exercises to practice emergency procedures and test communication systems.
Update government Disaster Response and Recovery Plans. Increase disaster response capabilities of government. Help businesses write emergency response and recovery plans. Prepare the community for disasters through workshops and training, preparedness literature, and facility and plan reviews. Response - Activities that occur during or immediately after a disaster which are designed to provide emergency assistance to victims, reduce the likelihood of secondary damage and restore essential services.