What does "emergency response" entail in business continuity?

"Emergency response" in business continuity focuses on immediate actions that are taken to protect life and minimize damage during a crisis. This includes activating emergency protocols, ensuring the safety of employees and stakeholders, and addressing any immediate threats to physical assets or resources. The core objective during this phase is to respond swiftly to an incident to mitigate harm and maintain safety, which is essential for preserving both human life and the integrity of the organization’s operations.

Long-term strategic planning for recovery is a separate aspect of business continuity that occurs after the immediate emergency response phase, as it involves more comprehensive analysis and preparation for restoring operations. Evaluating financial losses is an assessment that also happens post-incident and does not pertain to the real-time actions required during an emergency. Providing psychological support to employees may be a component of overall crisis management and recovery but is not a primary function of emergency response in business continuity.