Ss07-01 Emergency Preparedness in the Occupational Setting – Impact of Covid-19

Introduction Emergency preparedness in organisations and companies was not seen as an important task for management, HSSE leader and occupational doctors as well. This perception changed during and after the COVID-19 pandemic as organisations understood the need to have proper preparedness, tools and protocols for various events and disasters. Materials and Methods This presentation covers the main results of a survey on the key findings during the crisis, and an overview on the main tools and protocols. Results A significant change of perception and communication could be observed. Conclusion The pandemic crisis changed the perception of the value of emergency preparedness in organisations and led to new protocols.