How Business Owners Can Lessen Disaster Risks | SERVPRO® of Cedar Mill/Oak Hills

12/26/2019 (Permalink)

How Business Owners Can Lessen Disaster Risks

When it comes to making smart decisions, many small business owners consider their day-to-day and long-term goals. While this is certainly important, amid the increasing number of annual emergencies, planning for unforeseen circumstances is also a wise choice. 

By planning ahead, business owners can boh lessen the damage that a disaster causes and speed up the recovery process as they work to reopen following a disaster. 

Being aware of the overall picture of natural disaster risks as well as scenarios that are more common in your area will give you a great starting point from which to plan. Considering what you will do both in the moment and in the aftermath of an emergency will help you make smart decisions that will keep you and your business safe. 

Prepare for an Emergency at Your Business

1. Double-Check your Insurance

There are many different levels of insurance out there, and many business owners are shocked to find that their current policy is not enough to cover a true catastrophe. Many water damages and other excessive property costs will be excluded from most basic insurance coverage, so it is wise to talk to your agent about the supplemental options for your business.

2. Create Your Action Plan

If a natural disaster or another emergency is imminent, it is important to know exactly what you will do and be able to execute it in as little time as [ossible. If there is any equipment or workplace protocols that must be taken before evacuating, make note of these here It is also important to locate the nearest emergency shelter and medical facility during this step.

3. Rehearse Drills and Prepare Staff

Preparing your on-site staff for a disaster is an important part of reducing liability and creating a general environment of workplace safety. Share your emergency action plan with employees and be sure to regularly rehearses emergency evacuation drills from your workplace frequently, covering different scenarios each time. 

4. Choose a Restoration Company to Work With

Following an emergency, the cleanup will begin. Getting your building's restoration started quickly and help you to recover.

If you need to pick a commercial restoration company that’s right for you, call us today! We can tell you all about what sets our process apart.