Disaster Management Planning: Keeping Your Business Running

When your business faces a flood or other disaster, are you prepared? Without a solid plan in place, you risk significant financial losses—possibly even losing your entire business. Now is the perfect time to create a disaster management plan to keep your operations running smoothly.

A well-structured plan identifies potential hazards and outlines your response steps during emergencies, whether they are minor interruptions or major disasters. These events can arise from natural occurrences, like earthquakes, or even simple issues like burst pipes triggering sprinklers.

Here are some essential components to include in your disaster management plan:

1. Contact Information: List resources such as utility companies, disaster restoration contractors, plumbers, electricians, HVAC contractors, and security personnel.

2. Internal Communication: Establish a chain of command and include names and contact numbers for office managers and other designated contacts.

3. Building Systems Locations: Document the locations of critical systems within your building, including sprinklers, security controls, smoke evacuation systems, and emergency lighting.

4. Real Estate Contacts: Maintain a list of local real estate agents and nearby buildings with available space in case you need to relocate temporarily.

5. Step-by-Step Instructions: Provide clear instructions for securing your building, executing critical tasks, and addressing specific hazards created by the disaster.

Don’t underestimate the importance of having a reliable disaster management and business continuity plan. Creating a thorough plan requires considerable research and time, so consider hiring a specialist to assist you. When an emergency strikes—and it will—the value of being prepared cannot be overstated.

For more information on business continuity and disaster management planning, refer to resources like Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning: The Basics.

You can also reach out to Certified Restoration and Firestorm, two companies that specialize in addressing emergency needs, including flood damage restoration in San Diego and water damage restoration services.

 

Michael Fahouris and Jack Boyles

Michael Fahouris is the founder and president of Certified Restoration. With over 20 years in the cleaning and restoration industry, he has completed numerous projects and holds certifications from the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

Jack Boyles is a consultant with Firestorm, specializing in business continuity planning. A certified Business Continuity Professional, he has helped many companies prepare for emergencies, emphasizing the importance of readiness both at home and at work.

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“Disclaimer: This article is for general information ONLY and is not intended to be legal, medical, or scientific advice. The proper approach to each project must be determined on a case-by-case basis. Certified Restoration always recommends that you call a certified restoration professional, especially when there are children, elderly, or individuals with health conditions residing in the property. “