Common Function Areas identify areas where disaster response efforts can be easily categorized. Each has been assigned an agency that will assume primary responsibility for efforts in the area.
To follow is a list of the Common Function Areas. Several are important for Aging Agencies, especially #6 and #8. The lead agency is listed first.
Should a disaster occur, knowing who will be in charge could really assist with problem resolution and cut down on staff time needed to handle the problem.
CF 1 -- Transportation
Department of Transportation
Division of Highways
CF 2 -- Communications
State Controller
State Telecommunications
CF 3 -- Public Works & Engineering
Department Crime Control & Public Safety
Emergency Management
CF 4 -- Firefighting & Rescue
Department of Insurance
Fire/Rescue Division
CF 5 -- Information & Planning
Department of Crime Control & Public Safety
Emergency Management
CF 6 -- Mass Care
Department of Health and Human Resources
Social Services
CF 7 -- Resource Support
Department of Crime Control & Public Safety
Controller
CF 8 -- Public Health
Department of Environment, Health & Natural Resources
Health Agencies
CF 9 -- Search
Department of Crime Control & Public Safety
Emergency Management
CF 10 - Hazardous Materials
Department of Environment, Health & Natural Resources
Environmental Management
CF 11 - Disaster Medical Services
Department of Health and Human Resources
Office of Emergency Management Services
CF 12 - Energy
Commerce
Energy Division
CF 13 - Public Information
Department of Crime Control & Public Safety
Public Affairs
CF 14 - Donations Management
Department of Crime Control & Public Safety
Emergency Management
CF 15 - Military Support
Department of Crime Control & Public Safety
NC National Guard
CF 16 - Law Enforcement
Department of Crime Control & Public Safety
State Highway Patrol
CF 17 - Animal Protection
Agriculture
Division of Veterinary Services
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*courtesy NC Department of Crime Control and Public Safety
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