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WELCOME ! <br /> Think about your responsibility as someone who serves the transportation needs of the public:the men, women and <br /> children of your community. While you're not a member of the police or fire department,your unique job requires you to <br /> be responsible for the safety and security of your customers and in some cases,the community at large. <br /> In an emergency, you may not be free to go home right away to look after your family.As part of your public <br /> service,you may be obligated to ensure that your customers are given every opportunity to overcome the <br /> emergency safely and quickly. Your agency may also be an integral part of the community or region's emergency <br /> evacuation plan, requiring you to play a role in safely and efficiently moving people to shelters from flooded or <br /> other endangered areas. <br /> By anticipating emergency situations and knowing how to manage them, you will be better prepared to serve your <br /> customers and the public.Just as important,you will be prepared to protect the safety and security of your family <br /> while you are working. It goes without saying—emergency preparedness is important to you, your family, and <br /> your customers. <br /> • protect yourself and assist your customers if disaster strikes <br /> • Protect your family if you are at work <br /> • Stock and maintain job and home preparedness kits <br /> Even after you have become familiar with the contents of this plan, it may be useful for you to occasionally review the <br /> material and certain sections. Enter the date each Plan was revised at the bottom of the 15tpage (title page) of each <br /> Plan, each time it is updated and distributed to the appropriate employees. <br /> Remember: A written System Safety Plan (SSP) is only effective if it is put into place! <br /> 3 1 P a g e <br />