Fire kills more Americans than all natural disasters combined, according to a study from the National Fire Protection Association. So what better time to review your organization’s emergency planning and training efforts than in October during National Fire Prevention Month?
An evacuation plan for fires should be at the heart of any emergency planning and training. “The basic goal of emergency plans should be to get people to safety as quickly as possible, regardless of the emergency,” comments EMC Loss Prevention Information Manager Jerry Loghry.
Follow these tips to prevent common mistakes when planning and training for emergencies:
Emergencies can strike anyone, anytime and anywhere. People often don’t think clearly and logically during a crisis, so it’s best to prepare for an emergency before it happens. “By following the advice given in this article, you’ll be better prepared to expect the unexpected,” concludes Loghry.
Count on EMC® for these emergency action plan resources:
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