(a) Each district board of education shall establish plans, procedures and mechanisms for responding to emergencies and crises. The plans, at a minimum, shall provide for:

1. The protection of the health, safety and welfare of the school population; and

2. Supportive services for staff, students and their families.

(b) The chief school administrator shall consult with law enforcement agencies, health and social services agencies and emergency management planners in the development of district plans, procedures and mechanisms for responding to emergencies and crises.

(c) The district shall develop and provide an in-service training program for school staff to enable them to recognize and appropriately respond to crises, consistent with the district's plans, procedures and mechanisms for managing crises.

1. The in-service training program shall be reviewed and updated on an annual basis.