Zoos · Safety & Compliance · Intermediate
Keep copies at all keeper stations and the ops center. Follow the scenario-specific section. Do not improvise — follow the steps in order.
An action-sequence emergency response checklist for AZA-accredited zoo staff covering the five major emergency types: animal escape, fire, severe weather, medical emergency, and large-scale guest evacuation. Each scenario follows AZA accreditation requirements for documented emergency procedures.
Zoo emergencies are uniquely complex — an escaped dangerous animal requires an entirely different response from a building fire. This checklist serves as the quick-reference guide that staff can follow under pressure, and documents compliance with AZA emergency preparedness standards.
This checklist template is provided as a general-purpose resource and is not tailored to the regulatory requirements of any specific country, region, or jurisdiction. It is the responsibility of each organisation to review and adapt this template to ensure compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations. Miratag does not accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions, or for any actions taken based on this template.
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