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Whether you're a teacher wanting to know how to protect students during an earthquake or simply want to protect your own family, you should be aware that the "Triangle of Life" survival method is not the response of choice according to many disaster experts. Earthquake rescue experts still maintain that the safest response is to duck, cover and hold during an earthquake. Lives can be saved by using appropriate disaster preparedness, supplies and kits, but many people are confused about the way to respond. Let's consider these two methods and why there is such a controversy. The "Triangle of Life" theory has been widely circulated in e-mails from Doug Copp, a self-proclaimed rescue[..]

Accidents happen! But even minor mishaps can be major catastrophes for small business owners. Every year, thousands of companies are unprepared for the interruption caused by a minor fire, flood, and burglary or computer meltdown. According to a recent NFIB National Small Business Poll, man-made disasters affect 10% of small businesses, whereas natural disasters have impacted more than 30% of all small businesses in the USA . Creating, and implementing a Business Continuity Plan will ensure your business survives any disaster; man-made or natural. While the details of the plan will vary from business to business, the main elements are the same. A well thought out plan begins by[..]

I love the freedom of the open road. There is nothing like exploring the back roads in your RV. You can go where you want and when you want, in your house on wheels, and because of this, often times you find yourself in a new destination everyday. Something that many RVers do not take into consideration with this freedom to roam is the weather conditions where you are traveling to or spending the night. RV's are great, but they are not safe in severe weather like lightning and thunderstorms with high winds, tornadoes and hurricanes. When you are at home, you usually know what the weather forecast is from the newspaper, radio or television. When you travel three or four hundred miles a[..]

No one enjoys contemplating natural and manmade disasters. But, as the saying goes, you should always prepare for the worst and hope for the best. Time and again, research has shown that those who have prepared for an emergency fare better in the face of disaster than those who have not. This is true for air travel, where people who mentally map out an evacuation route are more likely to survive an air emergency than other passengers, and it is true for people facing catastrophic events on the ground, such as an earthquake or hurricane. While disaster preparedness, in the form of supplies and training, is an important consideration for every family, it takes on a whole new meaning for[..]

Quite interestingly enough, it is illegal to operate a fire door manually in the case of a fire. A fire door basically, is a door that prevents the spread of flames from room to room - and is therefore closed at when a fire does occur. But in a panic situation in which people may not be thinking rationally, some of them might make the mistake of trying to force it open (letting the fire in the room in most cases - much more dangerous). This is why I think that the relatively new fire safety device - Dorgard is quite revolutionary. What it does is that it picks up a loud, continuous audible signal that can only come from a fire alarm or a megaphone siren. In the event that it does alarm,[..]

A large proportion of chemicals and substances are capable of damaging the health of employees at work. These substances which are hazardous to health are defined by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations(CoSHH) 2002, and it covers practically all materials which are liable to cause ill health at work. The CoSHH Regulations (COSHH) lay down the essential requirements and a step-by-step approach for the control of hazardous substances and for protecting people exposed to them in the workplace. This article specifically examines what to do when CoSHH regulations have been adhered to, however an accident still occurs. It is essential that employers have an established[..]

Most people don't want to be classified as some off the wall neo-nut preparing for the end of the world. So even communicating to people around you about your efforts toward preparing for emergency survival can cause a certain level of discomfort within your social circle. Even if common sense tells them otherwise. This is known as "The Survivalist Stigma" and is a strong source of discouragement for those people wanting to promote their efforts toward becoming self reliant in a time of crisis. Let's face it, we live in a decadent age, where processed foods and blockbuster entertainment numb us to our humanity, survival isn't for everyone. Our cerebral cortex may have finally convinced[..]

You always need a crisis management plan in place and ready to go. No business ever wants to face 'situations causing a significant business disruption which stimulates extensive media coverage' - this is a crisis. The public scrutiny that is a result from this media coverage is often detrimental to the normal operations of the company, and can also have a negative long term financial, legal and public impact. Substantial damage can happen to a business, especially when the crisis is not handled properly in the perception of the media and the public. Crisis management deals with giving the right crisis response, accurately, quickly and decisively. The example below can also be used in[..]

Winter's snow can so often bring on major flooding when it thaws too quickly. The snow melts, waters rise, drains become blocked and hillsides become too saturated and slide. These simple changes can cause major disasters for small businesses trying to keep things moving smoothly forward. Flooding and other disasters can cost business owners money in three ways: 1. Cost of repairing damages to the business 2. Cost of replacing products 3. Lost of revenue The startling truth is that as many as 25% of small business do not reopen after a disaster. That is why it is so important for small business owners to layout a strategic disaster plan that includes emergency recovery steps in the event[..]

Ensuring that a company could continue day-to-day operations in the face of a large-scale disruption to its information technology (IT) infrastructure is a critical yet often overlooked or underemphasized component of a company's business plan in what is an increasingly risk-prone, technology-dependent global business environment. Procuring and testing the computer rentals, server rentals and critical systems that would be necessary to ensure business continuity for a company that (unlike many of the largest and most technology dependent companies) does not have a dedicated alternate disaster recovery site in place is perhaps one of the easiest and most efficient ways for a company to[..]

Preparing your office in advance of a disaster will help you to minimize down time and expedite your recovery to normal. When you scan your office operation you must ask yourself what items could I absolutely not do without? What items are absolutely critical to ongoing operations? Additionally who will be available to assist in the aftermath, Will it be up to you alone or will you have help? Let's look at some of these specific issues. Power, what is your plan for backup power. Does your building have emergency backup generators? If they do are they diesel or propane fueled? Why ask that fuel question? Well if the generators run on diesel, how long will they run on the existing fuel[..]

Every time you hear them say this word, you will remember what it is supposed to mean according to good old Webster. It would usually be the quality or the state of being continuous. In business, however, it has a different meaning. The business continuity plan is involved in the development of a reaction strategy which will be used when the organization encounters a disaster. The reaction strategy must be one which will be used for accidents, terrorism, hacking, earthquake, typhoon, and other natural calamities or attacks which are done intentionally. Simply explained, this plan is all about how the organization will continue to operate despite the fact that it is facing an emergency.[..]

There are so many situations that can turn into an emergency it is impossible to describe each in detail but, the tools and supplies needed to be able to react appropriately to most emergencies can be collected in preparation for an emergency. It is critical to have access to an emergency lantern during an emergency as this can make the difference between life and death. Many times an emergency creates a life and death situation making the situation a medical emergency. If there is not the availability of an emergency lantern or emergency light source, the medical situation will be significantly compromised. Having all the medical supplies in the world won't make any difference if it[..]

Emergency food and water are important components of any emergency preparedness plan and survival kit. In times of disasters, you may not be able to have any access to water or food supplies, even if you have a lot of money to spend. The best way to ensure that you and members of your family, including your pets, can live through emergency situations or calamities like floods, hurricanes, power outages, earthquakes and fires is to prepare in advance emergency food supplies and water storage units that could last from 72 hours and are portable too. Even if emergency rescue units and paramedics do not reach your home or area immediately, you can be assured that every member of your[..]

The recent inquiry into a fatal fire at a care home reveals how crucial fire safety regulations are. It's easy to become complacent about the risk of fire. But the shocking inquest into the blaze at a care home where 14 residents died revealed that the home was told that their health and safety policy was not suitable or sufficient a year before the fatal incident. The inquiry shows how crucial it is that businesses and organisations regularly check their emergency procedures, including the safety of their fire equipment and staff training. Easy access to an extinguisher could make the difference between a potential tragedy and an actual one. A health and safety expert who was hired by[..]

A quick and effective response to a developing urgent situation is the number one way to save lives and property. Disasters can strike like a tornado, fast and without warning. Even if there is plenty of warning ahead of time, such as an incoming hurricane or during a heightened security alert, communicating information effectively to the right people is still a challenging task. Emergency notification systems form the cornerstone of saving lives during a crisis. Let's take a look at some real life examples of how communication can be performed to improve emergency management. Case Studies In Emergency Management Virginia Tech University took a proactive approach to emergency[..]

Winter's snow can so often bring on major flooding when it thaws too quickly. The snow melts, waters rise, drains become blocked and hillsides become too saturated and slide. These simple changes can cause major disasters for small businesses trying to keep things moving smoothly forward. Flooding and other disasters can cost business owners money in three ways: 1. Cost of repairing damages to the business 2. Cost of replacing products 3. Loss of revenue The startling truth is that as many as 25% of small business do not reopen after a disaster. That is why it is so important for small business owners to layout a strategic disaster plan that includes emergency recovery steps in the event[..]

A new milestone has been reached by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in the evolution of disaster management for the region.   Recently, the Philippines’ Senate ratified the ASEAN Agreement on Disaster Management and Emergency Response (AADMER), and with that the agreement is expected to enter into force by the end of 2009.   The ratification marks a significant highlight in ASEAN’s collective efforts to build a disaster-resilient community by the year 2015.  The agreement binds ASEAN member states into legal responsibilities to promote regional cooperation and collaboration in reducing disaster losses and intensifying joint emergency response to disasters in[..]

The hurricane season will be upon us shortly and it is wise to begin to plan for all eventualities associated with these catastrophic events. Proper planning now will avoid much of the stress resulting from hurricane damage and may well avoid injury and loss of life. The hurricane season Many people do not realize that the hurricane season is very long and spans the six month period from June 1 to December 1 each year. The frequency of major storms has been increasing recently in cycles that increase and decease over 10 to 20 year periods. Most weather forecasters acknowledge that we are presently in a cycle of increased hurricane activity with the potential for as many as 15-17 named[..]

Recently there has been increasing fear surrounding international travel. Sadly, some people panic, and end up avoiding international travel altogether. Of course, emergency travel situations do come up, and these can only be made easier by having an emergency response plan. In these cases it is important to have access to emergency travel information. Here are some simple steps to make accessing your travel information a smooth process in an emergency. Collect Documents Before embarking on international travel, you should prepare all the documents you might need. Gather all items that could be useful in a foreign country. Of course you will carry the physical copies of many of these[..]

On 9/11, everyone's world changed. That day, we had two of our employees near the pentagon working for a defense contractor. For all of us, it was a horrible surprise. For me, it was a wake up call. As a leader when there is crisis, we need to step up. It's our job. When it comes to disaster planning, I'm not a disaster recovery expert. I'm just a business guy. Prior to 9/11, I never thought that disaster planning was part of my job. As Hurricane Katrina proved, failure to plan is planning to fail. From natural disasters to the Avian flu, there are many things that could require enacting a disaster plan. Unlike most business plans, this is one plan that I hope stays on the shelf and[..]

VoIP Telephony - What You Need to Know First About Emergency 911 Calls Voice over Internet Protocol providers Skype, and Vonage are just two of the many VoIP telecoms service providers which have, Visit here the past, come under fire in the US, and elsewhere, for failing to connect emergency 911 calls. It is quite natural for users to assume that VoIP based systems will provide emergency response services in much in the same way as is provided via cell phones and fixed line phones. Indeed, the suppliers of VoIP services want us to view their systems as equals to fixed lines, and indeed also, cell/mobile phone services. Now, it is highly possible, in fact, that as the technology behind[..]

                       DISASTER PREPAREDNESS IN AGRICULTURE IN INDIA                                                                                        By Dr. Ashok Kumar Panigrahi Definition of Disaster The National Disaster Management Act 2005 defines, “Disaster is a catastrophe, mishap, calamity or grave occurrence affecting an area, arising from natural or manmade causes, or by accident or negligence which results in substantial loss of life or human suffering or damage to, and destruction of, property, or damage to, or degradation of, environment, and is of such a nature[..]

Emergency shelter and sleeping should be considered a part of your outdoor survival plan and your emergency preparedness plan too. Emergency solar blankets are essential for all those that venture out into the great outdoors and should be a part of any emergency plan. There may come a time when you face an emergency or natural disaster and find yourself unable to sleep in your home. These tips for emergency shelter and sleeping are designed to help you prepare and amass the supplies needed in case this eventuality should happen to you and your family. Solar blankets really are a must. Folks that venture out into the great outdoors and those that camp may be better prepared with their[..]

A "Contingency Plan" is a plan developed for a specific situation when things "could" go wrong or are going wrong. Contingency plans include specific strategies, initiatives and actions designed to deal with identified variances to assumptions. These variances usually result in a particular problem, emergency, or state of affairs. The plan also includes a monitoring process and "triggers" for initiating planned actions. They are required to help businesses recover from serious incidents or economic crisis in the minimum amount of time with minimum cost and disruption. Contingency Planning is a management process that identifies potential impacts that threaten an organization and provides[..]

We have recurring natural disasters, seasonal in their patterns, just like the floods in the monsoon season. That's when things could wrong with damages to structures, property, and even loss of life. With natural disasters intensifying to greater scale and their destructive force getting worse, there's a dire need to ensure that we have a Contingency Plan devised for such circumstances to be prepared for anything that could happen. Contingency planning for natural disasters call for specific strategies and actions to deal with particular problems like floods, landslides, fires, and typhoons. Contingency Plans include a monitoring process and phases for activating planned actions.(i)[..]

Thinking back to that dreadful day in September 2001, as the world sat watching in numbness as the catastrophic events unfolded before our very eyes as the first plane found it's target. The North Tower of World Trade Center. Then shortly thereafter, the second plane strikes the South Tower. We all sat and watched in total helplessness as the magnitude of the devastation became clearer. Then the Pentagon is struck and finally the courageous souls on board Flight 93 thwarted the fourth planes' attempt to target Washington DC. I believe it would be safe to say the number one question on everyone's mind was What's Next? If the sponsors of this attack had broadened their scope of the attack[..]

ts or disasters can and do happen at the most inopportune moments. In the case of businesses, which make use of databases, the worst possible thing that can happen next to an out and out calamity is system downtime or failure. Securing important data files is integral to today’s businesses. Not being able to recover and reconstruct critical data could force certain companies to fold up. Yes, data files are the lifeblood of most industries - without them it would be impossible for day to day functions to go on. When we say disaster, we don’t only mean natural calamities like earthquakes, fires, or floods. In most companies an unexpected hard disk failure, server crash, power[..]

Most people do not often think about how well-prepared they are for an emergency, but it really is something that you should consider for your family's safety as well as your own. Being prepared for an emergency brings peace of mind, even if you never have to use your emergency preparedness supplies or skills. Start with an emergency kit that is well-stocked with food, water, utensils, matches, toiletries, and other items that you may need. Don't forget to include necessary medications. Your kit should include everything you need for at least three days. Clothing, blankets, flashlights, gloves, and other supplies can help you be more comfortable in the case of an emergency. When[..]

Fires can start in an instant and spread quickly to engulf your home in flames and smoke. Curious children can start fires without meaning to. It is important for parents to set aside some time to teach their children about fire safety. Children who have been educated on fire safety are less likely to start fires and will know what to do if a fire emergency hits your home. Many homes have home security systems with fire monitoring. This is an excellent addition to your home but does not substitute for teaching your children how to get out of the house. They will still need to evacuate the premises in the event of a fire. One of the best ways to teach small children about fire safety is[..]

Live a fire safe life-this is the constant tip of many firefighters and fire experts in this country. The only problem is that some people are just not aware on how to practice fire safety habits and how to avoid fire accidents that cause damages to properties and loss of lives. The good news is that fire safety habits are simple and easy that anyone can make them a part of his daily life. To know the top habits to live by, here are the things that you should bear in mind: 1. Be careful in handling flammable and combustible materials. You should always take the necessary precautions when handling anything that is flammable. Make sure you store them in a secure storage far from any[..]

Emergency notification is a critical part of any organization's emergency planning. In this day and age, having a dedicated communications method to contact all of your organization's members is CRITICAL to being able to deal with unexpected circumstances such as a natural disaster or other emergency. When an incident occurs, you need to be able to respond and deal with it immediately - whether your organization is a multinational corporation, university, government agency, or small business. The members of your organization are what matter the most. Taking care of them in a time of crisis is the most pressing concern that the head of that organization has. With an effective emergency[..]

No disaster recovery (DR) plan can be truly said to be finished until it has been tested, if not in real-life, then in the most stringent assessment and testing regime that can be mounted. The stakes are high because your business is at risk. A common misconception is also to implement a DR plan and then forget about it. Your business changes to meet the demands of the ever changing business world in which it operates, and the same is true for any contingencies you put in place to cope with a disaster. A DR plan must be continuously assessed and monitored in the light of current known threats and accumulated experience of those responsible for it. Here are some of the areas to look at[..]

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