What is Trigger Action Response Plan (TARP)?

Pre-agreed actions linked to triggers and escalation levels to ensure consistent response. For example, The TARP specifies who to call, what to shut down, and when to evacuate.

Forecasting & Early Warning

Trigger Action Response Plan (TARP)

Pre-agreed actions linked to triggers and escalation levels to ensure consistent response.

Example Usage

"The TARP specifies who to call, what to shut down, and when to evacuate."

Typical Units & Data

Checklist / decision tree

Related Keywords

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Related Terms

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Threshold / trigger level

Pre-defined value that initiates a notification or action (stage, rainfall, tide, probability)..

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