Agusan port trains on emergency operations center
NASIPIT, Agusan del Norte -- The Philippine Ports Authority - Port Management Office (PPA-PMO) of Agusan conducted a comprehensive three-day Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management Training from October 7 to 9 at the PMO Butuan activity center.
A total of 30 PMO personnel participated, enhancing their skills and preparedness for effective disaster response.
The training was facilitated by a team of experts, including Angelica M. Jugao, SFO1 Neil B. Jarina, Jorge Vincent G. Pagarang, MSN, MCDRM; and Kenneth Oliver B. Villegas, RN EMT-B. The sessions featured in-depth lectures and hands-on simulations, covering critical topics such as staffing, communication, and operational planning.
Key highlights of the program were the simulation exercises and a field visit on the third day to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Caraga. Participants, with guidance from the facilitators, toured essential EOC rooms and clusters crucial for disaster response operations, further deepening their understanding of emergency management protocols.
This initiative reinforced PPA-PMO Agusan’s commitment to building disaster resilience and ensuring the safety of the communities it served. With the knowledge and skills gained, participants are now better equipped to lead in coordinated and efficient emergency responses in the face of future challenges. (PPA-PMO Agusan del Norte/PIA-Agusan del Norte)
