How to Assess Your Business’ Emergency Preparedness Levels | SERVPRO® of Cedar Mill/Oak Hills

2/24/2020 (Permalink)

How to Assess Your Business’ Emergency Preparedness Levels | SERVPRO® of Cedar Mill/Oak Hills

If you own your own business, you are likely familiar with how damaging natural disasters can be for those who are unprepared. It is a competitive market for small businesses, and when disasters enter the mix, things can become even more dire.

If you have started the emergency preparedness process already, you may be wondering if you are doing enough to protect your investment should a disaster or emergency occur. To help you determine where your business stands, we have put together three of the most important considerations for preparedness so you can evaluate where you should focus your efforts:

Do You Have an Evacuation Plan in Place?

Having an evacuation plan is the first step toward disaster preparedness. You should have a plan for various scenarios including fires, floods, and severe weather, as well as any risks your specific business might be exposed to (such as a chemical spill or other industry-specific emergency). Develop this plan and practice it with employees at least twice a year, being sure to debrief as a company afterward to address any questions or concerns.

Do You Have an Evacuation Plan in Place?

Having an evacuation plan is the first step toward disaster preparedness. You should have a plan for various scenarios including fires, floods, and severe weather, as well as any risks your specific business might be exposed to (such as a chemical spill or other industry-specific emergency). Develop this plan and practice it with employees at least twice a year, being sure to debrief as a company afterward to address any questions or concerns.