Are you prepared for the next disaster?

5/8/2018 (Permalink)

Is your business ready for the next storm, or fire?

You’re at work.  You’re in the office at your desk, or in the warehouse hard at work, or in the breakroom having lunch.  Suddenly, the fire alarm goes off.  Or the tornado sirens go off.  Do you know where to go or what to do?

Your business should have an emergency plan in case either of these situations occur.  The plan should include: a safe place to congregate, who is in charge there, and a way to communicate once the all clear has been sounded.

Once all employees are accounted for at the assigned meeting place, the next question is:  Are there needed supplies available?  Is there a first aid kit?  Bottled water? Fire extinguisher?

Keeping employees safe should always be the number one concern.  Having a well-designed plan is vital, not only in business but also in case of emergencies.  Also, ensure that all employees are aware of that plan, and exit routes must be clearly marked.

Now, the all clear has been sounded, and employees are allowed back into the building.  But, parts of the building has suffered some sort of damage, whether it’s smoke damage from the fire, or storm damage.  Is there a plan in place to take care of this problem?

SERVPRO Bedford Park/Burbank has a plan, called the Emergency Ready Profile, or ERP.  The ERP is designed to kick in at exactly this point.  It sets the wheels in motion to get your business running at 100% again, and as soon as possible.

The ERP is a free app for your electronic device, and management shares it with only those employees who will need the information necessary, so it’s safe and secure.  This ERP lists contact information for anyone that may be needed at this point.  Calls can literally be made as damage assessment is still be collected.

If you would like more information about this totally FREE service, please contact SERVPRO Bedford Park/Burbank at 708-430-3600.  Until then, ask yourself this question: Are we ready?