NFPA 1600 Business Continuity Programs

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Whether it is a natural disaster that sweeps through your city or a computer virus that destroys vital electronic information, businesses need to be able to recover their services and operations as soon as possible if such a disaster does occur. A Business Continuity Program involves planning the recovery of operations when confronted with adverse events such as natural disasters, technological failures, human error, and terrorism.

This course provides a basic understanding of the criteria for a comprehensive program that addresses business continuity in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 1600, entitled Disaster/Emergency Management and Business Continuity Programs.

Why you should attend?

Learn key considerations for creating a business continuity program according to the NFPA 1600 Standard

What to expect?

Technical Requirements

All BICSI CONNECT courses require an internet-capable device and internet connection.

Java software; Windows 7 or 8; Mac OSx10.6+; Android 4.1 or later; Apple 10S 6.x, 7.x; IE 10 or later; Firefox 21 or later; Chrome 29 or later; Safari 5.1.8 or later; sound card with speakers/headphones for audio (audio not available for all courses); pop-up blockers disabled.

Who should attend?

Individuals involved in planning the recovery of operations when confronted with adverse events

What will I learn?

After this course you will be able to:

• Identify the functions of a Business Continuity Program (BCP)
• Match the personnel involved in a Business Continuity Program with their responsibilities
• Identify the main considerations of the risk assessment process
• Match the risks that may be recorded in a risk assessment with their correct type
• Match the business continuity risks to their probability and impact on the business in a given scenario
• Identify the steps involved in conducting a Business Impact Analysis
• Identify the factors to consider when creating a strategic plan for a Business Continuity Program
• Identify the information that should be included in a written Business Continuity Program
• Identify the general requirements for a written Business Continuity Program
• Identify training requirements for the successful implementation of a BCP
• Identify the personnel required for a crisis management team
• Recognize the testing process used for a BCP in a given scenario
• Identify the requirements for updating the BCP

How long is this course?

One-hour self-paced course with 90 days from the date of purchase to complete

Can I earn credit?

Earn 1 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) upon successfully completing this program

What is the cancellation policy?

All BICSI CONNECT courses are nonrefundable and nontransferable