| |
| Sunday, November 22, 2009
|
Business Preparedness
 Disasters strike without warning, which is why your business should be prepared. It is possible that an event such as a chemical spill could prevent you and your employees from getting to or from work. Even if a disaster does not directly affect your business, it is possible that customers and supplies may not be able to get to you.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) reported in 2006 that up to 25 percent of small businesses do not reopen after a major disaster like a flood or tornado. If they had taken the time to plan ahead or create a backup system, it is possible that the effect of the disaster could have been lessened.
The three main things that should be considered when developing a business disaster plan are:
- Human resources
- Physical resources
- Business continuity
You should recognize:
- How a disaster could affect you employees, customers, and workplace
- How you could continue business if the area around your facility is closed or the streets are impassable
- What would be needed to serve your customers even if your facility is closed
|
|
|
|
