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The 7 critical elements of a business continuity plan

Online Computers

From floods and fires to cyberattacks and supply chain disruptions, unexpected circumstances can wreak havoc on even the most robust businesses. Therefore, having an effective business continuity plan (BCP) is vital to operational resilience. Read more : Why you should focus on business continuity: Real-life examples 5.

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Disaster Containment Manager Responsibilities

MHA Consulting

Making an initial damage assessment and beginning planning for emergency containment. Activating the Disaster Recovery Teams, assigning people to either Business Continuity or Business Recovery efforts. Coordinating with any emergency services onsite to gain access to the site ASAP.

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Canada's costliest catastrophe is flooding. Is your business prepared?

CCEM Strategies

By understanding the risks, you can better prepare your business. List in the recovery section of your emergency plan a damage assessment process and include contact information for restoration companies and document re-processors. So, what can you do to help mitigate the effects of flooding?

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Emergency Response Planning Tasks

MHA Consulting

It is important to identify the types of emergency response team training that would be helpful for your staff.

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Emergency Response Planning Tasks

MHA Consulting

It is important to identify the types of emergency response team training that would be helpful for your staff.

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Staying Prepared for an Approaching Storm

Disaster Recovery

Damage Assessment. Damaged roofs. The post Staying Prepared for an Approaching Storm appeared first on Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Blog. Don’t occupy the residence if safety issues are beyond the danger threshold. Have a fire extinguisher ready for use. Loose and slippery floors. Litter box.