In nearly every crisis situation, an organization’s initial actions during the first few hours and days of an emerging event will greatly impact their ability to “weather the storm.” This session will offer guidance and provide attendees with concrete ideas on what steps should be taken if/when organization faces a major issue such as a anti-animal research group infiltration, allegations by former staff, a significantly negative USDA inspection or OLAW report, unexpected or preventable nonhuman animal deaths, or a challenging incident such as a nonhuman animal escape.
Learning Objectives:
Explore strategies and best practices on how to respond effectively in an emerging crisis situation
Highlight the key roles of head veterinarians, animal care staff, and compliance staff during these events
Provide guidance on establishing partnerships and creating necessary materials preemptively to effectively manage crisis situations
Analyze case examples of successful crisis management strategies