Wright State University (Ohio) is completely accessible to the handicapped and has a program of services for them. Emergency procedures are also geared to meet the limitations of handicapped persons. (Author/MLF)

Surveys special needs of handicapped children during emergency situations at school. Identifies seven factors affecting disabled children's response to emergencies, including mobility, hearing, communication, and emotional problems, medication needs, physical vulnerability, and scheduling difficulties. Urges development of sound evacuation plans.…

The state of Oklahoma recently published a school bus driver manual on transporting handicapped students. Yearly inservice training sessions are recommended to teach school bus drivers communication skills, use of special equipment for physically handicapped students, and preparation for emergencies. (MLF)

Describes a computer program called "Dispatcher's Assistant" that helps train drivers of special education vehicles, can supply first aid and emergency advice, and tracks individual student records. (MD)

This book provides strategies for helping atypical students deal with the crises of disruption, disaster, and death. The importance of collaborative networks between school and community agencies in addressing crises is stressed throughout the book. Chapter 1 notes the relationship between crises and special education and the need to utilize a…