A Facility Manager’s primary role in emergency preparedness is to create an emergency plan and ensure that employees are trained to respond (Option C).

Why Option C is Correct?

Developing a comprehensive emergency plan is a core responsibility under IFMA’s Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity competency.

Training employees ensures that everyone knows how to act in an emergency, reducing confusion and improving response times.

Emergency planning includes evacuation routes, fire safety protocols, crisis communication, and business continuity measures.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect?

Option A (Ensure materials and equipment are on hand): While important, this is a part of emergency planning, not the primary role of the FM.

Option B (Ensure communication devices are in place): Communication is one aspect of preparedness, but without a solid plan and training, response efforts may still fail.