As students prepare to return to class, it’s important campus security personnel outline a plan to train faculty, staff and students for active shooter situations. To be adequately prepared, institutions must include everyone in training and drills, not just their …
Employers are responsible for the safety of their workers—including young workers and summer interns. Per OSHA, employers must provide all workers with the necessary training and personal protective equipment necessary to accomplish their job safely. Employers must also have a …
If you live on the West Coast, you probably already have an earthquake preparation plan in place; the reality is that earthquakes don’t always hit where there’s a continental plate. In fact, there’s a huge area stretching from Little Rock …
Earlier we discussed how to keep your pipes from freezing, but sometimes pipes freeze despite preventative measures. It’s vital to quickly get the water flowing through the pipe again—otherwise, the pipe will burst and damage your facility. Here’s how to …
According to Property Claim Services, winter storms cause an average of $1.5 billion in property damage each year, but some years can be far worse. The winter of 2015, according to Verisk Analytics, was responsible for $3.5 billion in damages …
California’s latest deadly, costly wildfires have increased awareness about them. However, what you might not know is you don’t have to be near a forest to be in danger. Wildfires can just as easily burn their way through urban areas, …
July is emergency month at Vanguard. As hurricane season approaches, our goal is to help you prepare your facility for any and all emergencies that may come your way. We recently covered how to develop an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), …
Know your hurricanes Many of your pre-storm decisions will depend on the kind of hurricane that is approaching your facility. Therefore, it’s important to know the details of the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale, which you can find on the National Oceanic …
July is emergency month at Vanguard, and our goal is to help you prepare your facility for any and all emergencies that may come your way. Hurricanes can be destructive, not only for what damage they can do during …