FDA OC Emergency Operations Network
Investment ID: 009-000005325
Overview
Program Title
FDA OC Emergency Operations Network
Description
Emergency Operations Network Incident Management System plays a critical role in strengthening FDA s capability to prepare for and respond to emergencies by providing a web-based connection where accurate real-time data about incidents can be shared.
Type of Program
Non-major IT Investments
Multi-Agency Category
Not Applicable
Associated Websites
https://eon.fda.gov, https://geoweb.fda.gov/portal/home/
Investment Detail
The Office of Emergency Operations serves as the FDA's central emergency coordination point with FDA Field Offices, Headquarters, and Centers for the following: (1) provides interagency coordination and response to adverse events, foodborne illnesses, injuries, product tampering and man-made and natural disasters; (2) assists in the development of emergency operations plans and incident specific annexes and the design, implementation, and presentation of associated training and exercise programs; (3) represents the Agency at federal, state, local, and foreign government meetings and workgroups on emergency preparedness and response; (4) provides nationwide, 24-hour, seven-day-a-week emergency response system; and (5) manages the National Consumer Complaint System.