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  • SayPro Capacity Building Training for NPOs Programme Project on 24 – 26 June 2025: Disaster Preparedness

  • SayPro Staff Preparedness Assessment Form

    SayPro Staff Preparedness Assessment Form

    SayPro Staff Preparedness Assessment Form

    Issued by: SayPro Strategic Planning Office | Under SayPro Operations Royalty
    Purpose: To assess staff preparedness and knowledge of business continuity plans, response protocols, and individual responsibilities.

    🧑‍💼 Employee Details

    FieldInformation
    Full Name_____________________________________
    Department_____________________________________
    Job Title_____________________________________
    Line Manager_____________________________________
    Assessment Date_____________________________________

    ✅ Section A: Awareness of Continuity Procedures

    1. Have you received a copy of SayPro’s Business Continuity Plan (BCP)?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No

    2. Have you participated in continuity-related training sessions or briefings?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No

    3. Do you know the primary steps to follow during a business disruption?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No

    4. Are you aware of your department’s key responsibilities during a crisis?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No

    🖥️ Section B: System and Communication Readiness

    5. Do you have remote access to SayPro systems (email, files, platforms)?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No

    6. Have you tested your access to remote tools and backups recently?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No  ☐ Not applicable

    7. Do you know who to contact in the event of a disruption?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No

    8. Are you familiar with the internal crisis communication flow?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No

    🛡️ Section C: Role-Specific Preparedness

    9. Do you have defined tasks in the continuity plan relevant to your role?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No  ☐ Not sure

    10. Have you signed off on your continuity responsibilities?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No

    11. Do you feel confident in performing your duties during a disruption?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No  ☐ Partially

    🧾 Section D: Additional Needs

    12. What tools or support do you need to better prepare for a disruption?

    13. Do you have any personal constraints (e.g., mobility, internet access) that may affect your readiness?
    ☐ Yes  ☐ No
    If yes, please specify:

    ✍️ Employee Confirmation

    I confirm that the information provided above is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

    Signature: ___________________________  Date: __________________

    ✅ Manager/Reviewer Notes and Sign-off

    Reviewer Comments (if any):

    Reviewed by: ___________________________
    Position: ___________________________
    Signature: ___________________________  Date: __________________

  • SayPro Build a culture of preparedness within SayPro departments

    SayPro Build a culture of preparedness within SayPro departments

    SayPro Build a Culture of Preparedness Within SayPro Departments

    Overview

    SayPro recognizes that a resilient organization is built on a foundation of proactive departmental preparedness. To that end, SayPro is implementing an internal initiative focused on fostering a consistent and sustainable culture of readiness across all teams and business units. This effort supports SayPro’s strategic vision of operational excellence and aligns with its Business Continuity Framework for 2025.

    Objectives

    • Instill a mindset of continuous preparedness and risk awareness within every SayPro department.
    • Encourage ownership of continuity and recovery responsibilities at all organizational levels.
    • Integrate emergency preparedness into daily operations, planning, and decision-making.

    Key Actions and Initiatives

    1. Preparedness Orientation and Induction

    • Include business continuity awareness and departmental protocols in all staff onboarding.
    • Conduct refresher sessions bi-annually, ensuring new and existing employees understand their roles during disruptions.

    2. Continuity Champions Program

    • Appoint and train Continuity Champions in each department to lead preparedness initiatives.
    • Champions will serve as local coordinators for training, drills, document updates, and feedback collection.

    3. Monthly Continuity Spotlights

    • Introduce “Preparedness Focus of the Month” content featuring tips, procedures, case studies, or simulations.
    • Embed reminders in internal newsletters and team dashboards.

    4. Interactive Training Modules

    • Launch department-specific e-learning courses on response procedures, risk identification, and digital resilience.
    • Include quizzes, certificates of completion, and gamified challenges to encourage engagement.

    5. Scenario-Based Planning Exercises

    • Conduct quarterly scenario-based discussions in departmental meetings (e.g., data breach, facility lockdown, utility failure).
    • Departments are encouraged to develop simple response plans and share lessons learned.

    6. Recognition and Incentives

    • Recognize departments that demonstrate excellence in preparedness (e.g., best response plan, full compliance, fastest drill response).
    • Offer small incentives or certificates of excellence in continuity readiness.

    7. Visual Cues and Resources

    • Distribute departmental posters, quick guides, and emergency maps.
    • Ensure visible display of evacuation procedures, emergency numbers, and digital access backup plans.

    8. Incorporate Preparedness into KPIs

    • Include preparedness-related tasks and reporting in employee performance appraisals and departmental audits.

    Tools and Support Provided by SayPro

    • Access to the SayPro Continuity Toolkit via the internal platform
    • Dedicated support from the SayPro Strategic Planning Office
    • A centralized Continuity Q&A Portal for queries, updates, and reporting
    • Regular updates from the SayPro Operations Royalty on policy changes and emergency trends

    Outcome

    A strong culture of preparedness at SayPro will empower departments to act swiftly, protect critical functions, and contribute to the organization’s overall resilience. It will reduce panic in times of disruption and ensure a confident, well-informed workforce capable of maintaining operations during unexpected events.

  • SayPro Staff Preparedness Assessment Form

    SayPro Staff Preparedness Assessment Form

    SayPro

    Staff Preparedness Assessment Form

    Employee Information

    Full Name:Employee ID:Department:Job Title:

    Assessment Date: ________________

    1. Awareness of Business Continuity Plan

    QuestionYesNoComments
    Are you familiar with SayPro’s Business Continuity Plan?[ ][ ]
    Do you understand your role during a business disruption?[ ][ ]
    Have you received training on business continuity procedures?[ ][ ]

    2. Emergency Preparedness

    QuestionYesNoComments
    Do you know the emergency evacuation routes and assembly points?[ ][ ]
    Are you aware of how to use emergency equipment (e.g., fire extinguisher)?[ ][ ]
    Do you have an updated emergency contact list?[ ][ ]

    3. Communication and Reporting

    QuestionYesNoComments
    Do you know the communication channels during a disruption?[ ][ ]
    Are you familiar with the process to report incidents or concerns?[ ][ ]

    4. Remote Work Readiness

    QuestionYesNoComments
    Are you equipped to work remotely if needed?[ ][ ]
    Do you have access to necessary systems and tools remotely?[ ][ ]
    Are you confident in using remote work technologies?[ ][ ]

    5. Additional Comments or Concerns

    Employee Declaration

    I confirm that the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge and understand the importance of business continuity preparedness.

    Employee Signature:Date:

    Supervisor Review

    Reviewed By:Date:Comments: