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preceptors and staff? What is the frequency of commu- 3. Standards for an accredited educational program in radiog-
nication? Secondly, what resources will be required to raphy. Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic
remain operational? Will alternate technology need to Technology. Updated August 11, 2021. Accessed January 12,
2022. https://www.jrcert.org/sites/jrcert2/uploads/docu-
be used? Do faculty and students require an orientation ments/Resources/accreditation-standards-2021_updated/
to supplemental or new technology? Radiography/mobile/index.html
The next critical action is to prioritize and docu-
ment specific steps in the contingency plan based on
potential risk level. It is imperative to be as descrip-
tive as possible; include information such as names of
individuals, modes and frequency of communications,
and resources needed. When these elements are in
place, conduct a run-through with program faculty and
students to determine where revisions might be neces-
sary. It is essential that all program officials and faculty
are aware of the contingency plan if it ever needs to be
implemented. Finally, the contingency plan, just like
the strategic plan, is a fluid document, and it is impera-
tive to review it periodically to assure accuracy and
relevancy. If the contingency plan does have to be used,
programs might incorporate revisions based on the
actual experience.

Conclusion
Educational programs must be prepared for the
unexpected. Having a backup plan is best practice
for recovering and returning to daily program
operations. No matter the event, programs should
maintain a current contingency plan that assures
continuity and efficacy with student learning.

For an example of a contingency plan, visit asrt.org/
as.rt?Qtd46Z.

Leslie Winter, MS, R.T.(R), serves as chief executive
officer for the Joint Review Committee on Education in
Radiologic Technology.
References
1. Importance of having a contingency plan. Krieg DeVault LLP.
Published May 23, 2018. Accessed January 12, 2022. https://
www.kriegdevault.com/insights/importance-having-contingen-
cy-plan
2. An overview of business contingency plans. Lucidchart.
Accessed January 12, 2022. https://www.lucidchart.com/blog/
business-contingency-plan

2 asrt.org/publications