Emergency Preparedness

Keeping An Eye On Hurricane Irene

August 25, 2011

This guest post comes from Bill Begal is a straightforward directive to all facilities management professionals who may have to deal with the aftermath of the storm that's about to strike.

Bouncing Back From A Major Catastrophe

April 12, 2011

The disaster plans of many international organizations and businesses have been put to the test by recent world events and some were found lacking, according to risk management experts.

CONTINUING COVERAGE: Japan Earthquake Relief

March 15, 2011

Despite the deployment of 100,000 Japanese troops and more than 500 foreign rescue specialists, the relief operation is being hampered by the damage done to the country's transport infrastructure, with roads, rail, ports and power lines crippled across much of the disaster region.

BREAKING NEWS: Codes Impact Facility Tsunami Preparation and Recovery

March 11, 2011

Triggered by an 8.9 magnitude earthquake, the tsunami in Japan that struck a 1,300 mile stretch of the country’s eastern coast on Friday (2:46pm local time) has presented a second potential disaster at the Fukushima nuclear plant near Tokyo. Damage from the quake caused the cooling system of the plant ... Read more

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Gemini Twin Pack Genset By Generac

January 25, 2011

This compact standby power generator produces 1,000 kilowatts (kW) and is suitable for a variety of facility types.

Fire Prevention Week Is Underway

October 6, 2010

President Woodrow Wilson issued the first National Fire Prevention Day proclamation in 1920.

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Photoluminescent Technology, Leading Occupants To Safety

September 22, 2010

This article is provided by Robert E. McLean, CAE, executive director of the Photoluminescent Safety Association (PSA).

Hurricane Season Is Here

June 18, 2010

The Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) offers tips to protect a building from the damaging effects of a hurricane.

American Red Cross Volunteer Program Gains Corporate Member

April 30, 2010

The American Red Cross and W.W. Grainger, Inc. recently welcomed Cisco as the newest participant in the “Ready When the Time Comes” corporate volunteer program.

2010 Edition Of NFPA 1600 Released

April 7, 2010

The National Fire Protection Association has revised and reorganized its standard, which addresses disaster/emergency management and business continuity programs.

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