South Central Economic Development District P.O. Box 79, Holdrege, NE 68949 Alison Ficociello, alisonr@scedd.us www.nebizrecovery.com
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September is National Preparedness Month A Time to Remember. A Time to Prepare. This September our nation will mark the ten year anniversary of 9/11. National Preparedness Month is an event founded after 9/11 to increase preparedness in the U.S. by encouraging households, businesses and communities to prepare and plan for emergencies. Recent disasters have served as a reminder for individuals and businesses to make a plan.
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Emergency preparedness and recovery worksheets and templates for businesses of all sizes. Practical steps and tips! www.ready.gov/business
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123 point self-assessment of preparedness level for businesses of all sizes with tips and best practices. www.readyrating.org
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Small business continuity planning resources including templates and free monthly educational webinars. www.preparemybusiness.org
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“Open for Business” toolkit for small to mid-sized businesses for disaster protection and recovery. Online training too! www.disastersafety.org
Unfortunately, with all the planning, managing and overseeing a business owner is responsible for in smaller businesses, emergency plans may take a back seat. An emergency doesn't need to be a major disaster. It could be a local weather-related event, a fire, a loss of key data, or an extended absence of an owner or key employee. History has shown that those who are prepared for emergencies recover faster and can help others who also may be affected. A business continuity plan can ensure a business maximizes their chances of recovery after an emergency or disaster.
5 Steps to Guide Your Recovery Plan 1. Critical Business Operations and Functions: What do you do? In the event of a business interruption, the survival of your business depends on being able to continue the delivery of critical services. 2. Key Personnel: What positions are necessary to provide services? If these positions are left unattended, your business will be unable to provide or maintain the delivery of critical services.
3. Vital Records and Equipment: What do you need to operate? Paper and electronic files contain a lot of important and necessary business information. Do you need a computer to conduct business? 4. Communications: How will you communicate with personnel, other businesses and customers? Where is your contact information stored?
5. Training, Tests and Exercises: Practice and review your plan!
Ready to start working on a plan for your business? Ready to host a business preparedness workshop? Contact Alison at 308-995-3190 or alisonr@scedd.us. All services are available at no charge.
September 2011