Prepare Your People
Employees should know what risks exist where they live, and the employer should use this information to predict workforce disaster impacts. Businesses should also maintain an emergency plan that includes sources for accurate information, evacuation and notification procedures, protocols for managing inventory and sensitive data, and how responsibilities may change during disaster.
A well-stocked emergency kit is also a vital resource. Many good kits include shelf-stable food, water, solar-powered batteries and communication devices, flashlights, first-aid supplies, personal protective equipment, medications, and crucial documents. All of these items can be scarce in the aftermath of a disaster, but are necessary for a quick and effective recovery.
