General – Steps in Disaster Recovery Planning

A disaster is generally defined as an event that causes widespread destruction and distress. When a disaster causes the irreparable loss of information, it may be called a catastrophe. This chapter contains information to help Districts and Divisions plan and respond for disasters.
Disaster recovery planning includes the following steps:
  • Disaster prevention measures.
  • Development of a Disaster Recovery Plan.
  • Development of disaster recovery and records salvage procedures.