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Mission Statement
The Emergency Management Group (EMG) protects the NIST community, both internally and externally, through collaboration with federal partners and stakeholders by coordinating and integrating all activities necessary to build, sustain, and improve the capabilities to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to, and recover from all hazards related emergencies and disasters.
Occupant Emergency Plan (OEP) Quick Reference Guide
Click the image below to view the detailed Occupant Emergency Plan Quick Reference Guide for your campus.
Evacuation Assistance Notification Forms
If you require assistance evacuating a building during an emergency while on a NIST campus, please complete and submit this form prior to your visit.
Gaithersburg: Evacuation Assistance Notification Form N586-G
Boulder: Evacuation Assistance Notification Form N586-B
Local Alerts
Subscribe to local alerts for your area to receive accurate and immediate notifications about emergencies that may affect your home, workplace, and travel.
Click on the images below to subscribe to Emergency Alerts:
Additional Resources
Planning for Emergencies
Emergencies can take many forms and occur with or without warning, by taking a few simple steps now, you can ensure that you, your family, and your community are better prepared to handle emergencies. Below are a few resources to get you started: