Tag: Extreme Weather
Got Snow? Here’s How To Handle It!
If you're dealing with a winter storm that's creating dangerous snow and ice conditions at your facility, here are some timely resources.
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.
A Quick Look Back Before We Forge Ahead
A member of Facility Executive’s Editorial Advisory Board recaps how the past twelve months have been for the facility management industry.
Three Key Priorities For More Resilient, Sustainable Facilities
New report from JLL outlines three key factors that should be prioritized to create a more resilient and sustainable built environment.
Preparing For A Power Emergency
Over the past year, severe weather events and power grid problems have struck various regions, acting as a resounding wake up call to commercial buildings.
Standing Up To Extreme Weather
Routine inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) is a critical part of a facility manager’s role when dealing with extreme weather.
Preparing For The Challenges Of Compounding Disasters
Compounding disasters, where two or more hazards are present, are forcing many organizations to evaluate their risks and response plans.
Flood Risk Mitigation: Protecting Critical Manufacturing Assets
Portadam provided flood risk mitigation services to prevent weather-related damage at Sonoco Products Company’s manufacturing facility.
How This Florida College Recovered From Hurricane Damage
In Florida, Pensacola State College needed flooding mitigation and a roof replacement after a devastating hurricane.
Severe Weather: Protecting Facilities With Technology
How innovative weather technology protects utility providers and supports better emergency response coordination during weather disasters
Case Study: Corporate Industrial Campus Flood Risk Mitigation
Portadam provided flood risk mitigation services to prevent weather-related damage at Sonoco Products Company’s manufacturing facility.
Is Your Critical IT Infrastructure Ready For Hurricane Season?
Facility executives should consider these strategies to keep critical IT infrastructure up and running through the unpredictability of hurricane season.
Building Codes And The Right Roofing
Facility managers may want to invest in structural elements that exceed the protection provided in building codes.
Simple Steps To Avoid Winter Slip, Trip, And Fall Injuries
As winter weather targets much of the U.S., now's the time to prevent dangerous slips, trips, and falls, according to MEMIC.
How To Keep Industrial Generators In Peak Condition
Steps to help keep industrial generators in peak operational condition
How Monsoon Storms Can Impact Your Commercial HVAC Unit
Make sure your facility’s HVAC unit is able to perform optimally all monsoon season long while also maintaining a healthy indoor air quality.
Conditions Still Point To Above-Average Hurricane Season
With up to 10 hurricanes predicted before the end of November, the Atlantic hurricane season shows no signs of slowing, according to NOAA mid-season update.
Positive Preparedness: 3 Ways Disaster Planning Protects Facilities
Preparing for the worst allows facilities teams to act quickly to protect occupants from harm, resume operations, and secure assets.
Tornado Preparedness Tips
With shifts in extreme weather around the world, take a fresh look at your emergency preparedness plans for this threat.
Protect Facilities Against Pests During Hurricane Season
Here are tips to prevent pest infestations when facilities are impacted by water and wind brought about by a hurricane.