Survey your general environment to spot potential sources of disaster. Store your most valuable materials as far away from the floor and ceiling as possible. Make copies of your most valuable materials and store them at a different location. At the very least, decentralize your collection as much as possible. Most disasters are localized and this minimizes the chance of losing everything in a single incident.
Store cassettes on edge, spine up.
In other positions the case can trap falling water and funnel it into your cassette. Have basic supplies on hand to allow personnel to safely enter a disaster site and minimize damage. In addition to mops, gloves, buckets and aprons always include plastic sheets to throw over shelves to help divert falling water and other contaminants. Time and information are critical factors for successful recovery. If you need help setting up or reviewing your disaster plan contact us.