The UDOT EOP, identifies guidelines, responsibilities and procedures for All-Hazard events, incidents and during a major emergency situation. This EOP becomes effective as of the date signed by the UDOT Executive Director. The UDOT EOP is the standard for UDOT emergency prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery activities. When appropriate, State assistance will be provided to UDOT under the coordination of the State Coordinating Officer (SCO), currently designated as the Division of Emergency Management (DEM) Director or designee. The SCO is the principle authority and one of the Utah Governor's Authorized Representatives.