National Preparedness Month 2018

Since 2004, National Preparedness Month (NPM) has been observed each September in the United States. It is led by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) which teams up with the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Ready Campaign and other partners. This month of recognition is designed to raise awareness and promote action surrounding emergency preparedness among citizens, businesses and communities.

The theme for 2018 is Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How. This focus on planning and preparing is especially relevant following the devastating and costly hurricanes and wildfires of 2017.

2018 Weekly Themes
Week 1: Sept 1-8 Make and Practice Your Plan
Week 2: Sept 9-15 Learn Life Saving Skills
Week 3: Sept 16-22 Check Your Insurance Coverage
Week 4: Sept 23-29 Save For an Emergency

It is always important for businesses and institutions to be prepared in advance of any potential natural or man-made disasters. This is highly significant as many businesses affected by a disaster do not reopen and a survey by the Ad Council several years ago found that 62% of respondents said they do not have an emergency plan in place for their business.

Emergency preparedness requires attention to not just specific types of hazards, but also to steps that increase preparedness for any type of event. These may include everything from wildfires, earthquakes, hurricanes and floods to hazardous materials incidents, ionizing radiation and biological threats. Many of these types of disasters may overwhelm the resources of even the largest public agencies if they were to occur so it is important that organizations and businesses have a plan in place and people who are trained to handle these types of situations.

These are just a few things to know about National Preparedness Month. To learn more about this or other occupational, property damage, environmental, health or safety issues, please visit the websites shown below.

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