Will You Business Survive?
Every year emergencies take their toll on business and industry—in lives and dollars. According to the Department of Labor Statistics; over 40% of all companies that experience a disaster never reopen, and over 25% of the remaining companies close within two years. Don’t become part of this statistic! Don’t be naive thinking it won’t happen to your business. Every area of the country is subject to some kind of disasters; flood, hurricane, earthquakes, ice storms and landslides. That includes manmade disasters—oil and chemical spills, civil unrest, fire, etc. – can devastate your business and the surrounding area. Even though an area has never been damaged before, doesn’t guarantee that it won’t happen tomorrow. Understand the RISK to your business is Real. Take the first step and educate yourself. There are lots of organizations and material available to assist you.
Resources:
www.Ready.gov
www.DisasterHelp.gov
www.IBHS.org Institute for Business and Home Safety
www.SBA.gov
www.RedCross.org
www.FEMA.gov
www.III.org Insurance Information Institute
www.DisasterLinks.net
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