Disasters strike every day and they strike QUICKLY! People don't plan to participate in a disaster. Unfortunately, many don't prepare to avoid consequences either.
Today I'm going to share an office safety checklist as well as some awesome web sites.
Here is a quick list that you can reference to make sure that you have your office ready for any emergency! Here is a list from the University of Illinois Extention:
Smoke detector
Carbon monoxide detector (if gas is used for heating, hot water and/or cooking)
Weather radio
Fire extinguishers checked and locations noted
Exits marked
Maps from meeting spaces to exits and tornado safe areas
Tornado/storm shelters marked
First aid kits complete and location(s) noted
Locate gas shut off valve
Have flexible gas line to furnace and hot water heater
Locate water shut off
Doors locked and windows secure
Pull blinds at night or otherwise cover glass
Make sure your doors open out
Invite fire/police for voluntary check - they can find things that you won't think of
Snow and ice removed from walkways
Sufficient external lighting
Emergency numbers posted with all phones (this is even more important if your emergency number are different from 9-1-1
Keep utility phone numbers handy
Heavy shelving and equipment bolted to the walls
Flammable material properly stored
Refrigerator/stove clean
Hand and equipment sanitasers available
Emergency contact numbers posted on entrance
All staff carries staff emergency contact list
Have at least one hard-wired phone
Computers and phone terminals on a back up power source (ups)
Keep only small amounts of cash on hand
Do not make deposits after dark
Foster relationships with local emergency management officials
If flooding/water leaks a recurring problem, install a sensor and alarm
As my dad says, "Hope is NOT a Plan! Be Prepared!" So, here are some great web sites that have slews of information for business preparation and personal preparation.
Disclaimer: All information on this site is provided for informational purposes only! By no means is any
information presented herein intended to substitute for the advice provided to you by any health care or other professional
or organization.
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