Storm Season Planning Checklist

Insurance and Employees

Understand your location and any critical risks that may affect your facility.
Evaluate your insurance – Partner with an expert to make sure that yourbusiness is covered.
Ensure all crucial Documents and Records are stored or backed up electronically. Ensure these records are Secured with multiple backups or stored in the cloud.
Inventory all equipment, valuables, vehicles and facilities.
Establish an Emergency Response plan.
Have an Emergency Response Partner in place.
Ensure planning for employees in the event of business interruption, this includes protocols for work schedules, emergency contact information, emergency payroll, housing and planning.

Supplies and materials for business to operate stored.
Prepare for Flooding – if your facility is on a flood plane prepare emergency supplies.
Generator or back up power options – Fuel and Service regularly.
Inspect all Fire Safety equipment
Have a Continuity/Protection plan in place for equipment and key operational items.
inspect storm drains and clear of debris.
Inspect Roof, Secure any equipment and check for damage.
Inspect Exterior of structure, brace and secure any exterior equipment.
Inspect all entrances, windows, seals and locks.
Ensure exterior storage areas are secured and free of debris.
Complete list of vendors and emergency contacts
Ensure all landscaping and trees are Properly maintained and trimmed where required and supported or propped where necessary.