Crisis Management Guide 2013 Edition Prepare. Prevent. Protect. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH 8181100 Connecticut Vermont Avenue Avenue NW, NW, Suite Suite 1100 900 Washington, DC 2000520006 Telephone: 202-857-0540, Fax: 202-659-1902 Internet: www.nabr.org E-mail:
[email protected] 2 Crisis Management Guide Prepare. Prevent. Protect. TABLE of CONTENTS Introduction Animal Activists Pose a Real Threat to Biomedical Research..........................................................................7 Be Prepared – This Guide is a Roadmap to Readiness......................................................................................9 Seize the Opportunity – Take the Lead Now....................................................................................................10 Assess Section One: Assess..............................................................................................................................................13 Step One: Assemble a Crisis Management Team...........................................................................................13 Step Two: Organize the Team...........................................................................................................................13 Step Three: Mobilize the Team...........................................................................................................................13 Management/Administration.......................................................................................................14 Human Resources................................................................................................................................................14