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Stay open for business even when disaster strikes

September 13, 2017

We have run several articles on how to prepare for various disasters, including hurricanes, active shooters, tornadoes and more. But one thing we haven’t covered in detail, which is key for properly recovering from the effects of any disaster, is …

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Hurricane preparedness for your facility

August 3, 2016

Hurricane season is here, and August and September are the months with the most activity and typically the biggest hurricanes. Unlike tornadoes, you usually have warning several days before a hurricane strikes. That will be enough time to accomplish some …

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Is Your Healthcare Facility Prepared For Severe Weather?

Is Your Healthcare Facility Prepared For Severe Weather?

May 8, 2014

It’s that time of year again when stormy weather plays a disproportionately larger role in the disaster preparedness planning facilities managers do for their health facilities. Initially, the long-range weather forecast for the rest of 2014 is a mixed bag. …

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Does Your Facility Define Critical Risks

Does Your Facility Define Critical Risks?

October 31, 2013

In previous blog posts, we’ve stressed the importance of proper disaster training and developed a questionnaire the smart facility manager can use to improve his/her operation’s emergency preparedness. It’s important to remember, however, the critical challenges facility managers in different …

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Disaster Training A Must For Facilities Managers

May 15, 2013

Staying current with the latest in Governmental training programs is the best investment of time and effort you can make for your facility, especially in times of emergencies and disasters. Demonstrating Vanguard Resources’ ongoing commitment to disaster preparedness, William B. …

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