Reducing Disaster Risk at Your Small Business | SERVPRO® of Queen Anne’s, Kent & Caroline Counties

1/3/2020 (Permalink)

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Knowing the risks that are likely to affect your business is an important aspect of planning ahead as a small business owner. While you likely consider economic and market factors, it is also good to consider environmental risks as well—namely, natural disasters.

Because natural disasters have been happening more frequently in recent years than ever before, it is a wise choice to put a preparedness plan in place. Understanding what to do in the crucial time after a disaster is one of the best ways to lessen the risk one will pose to your business operations.

Preparedness for Disasters at Your Business

1. Double-Check Your Insurance
   While many business owners might assume that their general business policy is adequate, that is unfortunately not always the case. Many business owners find themselves having to purchase supplemental policiesto be fully protected from the types of damages that are likely from a disaster. Therefore, talking to your insurance agent in advance is a wise choice in order to ensure your coverage is adequate.
2. Create Your Action Plan
   Obeying evacuation orders quickly and safely is one of the most important things you can do in a natural disaster, and having an emergency action plan makes this much easier. Knowing what evacuation route to take, where to seek safety and medical attention if necessary and how to take provisions for your business in the moments before you leave will make all the difference in your personal and commercial safety during this stressful time.
3. Rehearse Drills and Prepare Staff
   Helping your employees be prepared for a disaster is a wise leadership tactic that will increase safety and decrease your liability at the same time. Prepare by having regular drills during work hoursso everyone within the company knows their roles and procedures in a natural disaster scenario.
4. Choose a Restoration Company to Work With
   A quick recovery after a disaster is the main focus for business owners, as they are well aware of how devastating even a small lapse in operations can be. That is why choosing a commercial restoration company in advance when you have time to do research and ask questions is such a wise choice. Seek out a company that can guarantee you a quick response regardless of when your damage occurs and perform the work efficiently and effectively so you can get back up and running as quickly as possible following a disaster.