Emergency Preparedness

4.8 Earthquake Shakes East Coast: Strongest In 250 Years

From Maryland to Maine, communities unaccustomed to temblors felt the earth move beneath their feet this morning. Here are 15 helpful hints on how to check your facilities for earthquake damage.

NSC Expands Efforts To Combat Workplace Overdoses 

Overdoses remain the leading cause of unintentional death in the U.S., and account for nearly 10% of all workplace fatalities. The National Safety Council is launching new initiatives to combat overdoses in the workplace.

Four Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Spring

With spring 2024 expected to alternate between late snowfalls and severe weather events, your buildings must be well-prepared for a range of weather-related risks.

Mastering Resilience: What’s New At CIMC 2024?

Find out what’s new at this year’s Continuity Insights Management Conference (CIMC), taking place in Charlotte, NC May 6-8.

The Greatest Resource For Emergency Preparedness? Your CMMS

As severe weather becomes more commonplace, healthcare facilities are forced to prepare for recovery once the inevitable storm hits. Utilize your CMMS strategically before and after weather disasters to get back to serving patients as quickly as possible.

It’s The Holiday Season: Retail Workers Are Worried About Personal Safety

Retail workers report that petty theft , grab-and-run incidents, and hostile customer interactions have increased in their stores over the past year.

Resilient Buildings: Standing In The Face Of Disaster

Building Resilience
Buildings and communities can look to codes, standards, and financing to achieve sustainability and resilience goals.

Run. Hide. Freeze. Fight. How Would You Respond To An Active Assailant?

Active Assailant
A TAL Global poll asks: “If an assailant entered your building or office, which of the following do you believe you would do first?”

New Program Combats Soaring Workplace Overdose Deaths

Workplace Overdose, opioid-related fatalities
With opioid-related fatalities in the U.S. at an all-time high, a new National Safety Council initiative aims to equip workplaces with lifesaving tools and training.

Active Assailant Prevention And Response

workplace violence prevention and response
Facility managers should conduct an annual review of their sites with their team incorporating an active assailant focus.

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