Evaluate your surroundings by looking for any items that can be blown away easily and move them to a safe place
Have plywood and other related items to protect your windows and doors
Consider a generator for back-up power
Cover all equipment with plastic bags, tarps, etc. to prevent water damage
Create an emergency contact list including employee emergency contact information
Create a list of critical business contractors and others whom you will use in an emergency
Know what kinds of emergencies might affect your company both internally and externally. Decide in advance what you will do if your building is unusable
Talk to utility service providers about potential alternatives and identify back-up options
Set up a telephone call tree, password-protected page on the company website, email alert or call-in voice recording to communicate with employees in an emergency
Provide first aid and CPR training to key co-workers
Use and keep up-to-date computer anti-virus software and firewalls. Backup your records and critical data. Keep a copy off-site
Using a licensed professional, purchase, install and pre-wire a generator to the building’s essential electrical circuits. Provide for other utility alternatives and back-up options
Consider using a security professional to evaluate and/or create your disaster preparedness and business continuity plan
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