The best safegaurd against the effects of a disaster is advance preparation. Panic, shock, and chaos may ensue when a disaster strikes, be it water damage, fire, insect inavasion, or vandalism.
Time is crucial when disasters occur and being prepared makes a world of difference.
Creating a disaster plan for your institution. See also our Published Resources section for more recommended reading lists. The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers a very useful easy reference tools to assist in disaster recovery and response efforts. These are the Emergency Response Wheel and the Emergency Salvage Wheel . Visit the FEMA web site for access to online versions of the Emergency Response and Salvage Wheels and for contact information to order your own set.