Actions to Take
In order to protect the health and safety of their employees and their businesses, business owners and managers should:
- Maintain an emergency supply kit that includes survival items such as water, flashlights, and a first aid kit
- Prepare, review, revise, and exercise their emergency plans and evacuation procedures
Business Emergency Planning Team
As a business owner or manager, your emergency planning team should include all areas of your business. You should also include human resources, finance, administration, and executive-level personnel.
Critical Elements
There are seven critical elements of a business emergency plan:
- Administration and logistics
- Communications
- Direction and control
- Life safety
- Property protection
- Public information / media relations
- Recovery and restoration - business continuity planning
For More Information
View specific information about the critical elements of a Business Emergency Plan.
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