Snow loads and ice dams: How to prepare for and prevent winter property damage Depending on where you’re located, winter can wreak all kinds of property damage, from pavement upheaval, power loss and frozen pipes, to roof collapse and water intrusion. That’s why it’s critical to take steps to prepare for and prevent winter property… Read More
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Natural disaster aftermath: Employee safety tips
Employee safety tips for business clean-up after a natural disaster Hurricanes. Tornadoes. Floods. Earthquakes. Fires. Storms. Various parts of the country endure the brunt of Mother Nature’s tantrums at different times. Prepare now with these tips for business recovery after a natural disaster, to protect both employees and property. According to FEMA, more than 40… Read More
National Preparedness Month: Make future emergency plans [Infographic]
September is National Preparedness Month. Sponsored by CDC, EPA, FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and other federal agencies, the purpose of National Preparedness Month is to encourage us to create emergency plans for the future and take preparation steps, ahead of time, within our homes, businesses, schools, and communities. What are your risks? First, know… Read More
Your business disaster recovery plan: A back-up plan to keep you humming
No matter where your insurance client (or your entity, if you’re self-insured) is located, there’s always the risk of a natural or man-made disaster. Of course you’re aware of this – that’s why you have property insurance. Whether it’s tornadoes in the Midwest, floods in Texas or fires in New Mexico, Arizona and California, disasters… Read More
How to prepare your small business for winter
As your small business gears up for the holidays and year-end reporting, don’t forget to have a plan in place for severe winter weather. Last year we saw extreme winter weather hit such southern locales as Houston, so now’s the time to begin to prepare your small business for winter. … Read More
Start the New Year with an updated natural disaster emergency response plan
Be prepared with a natural disaster emergency response plan It’s a new year and a fresh start. A great way to stay on the track for success in the new year is to make sure you have a natural disaster emergency response plan in place for your commercial company. While maybe not the most exciting… Read More
