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Emergency Preparedness

SGMA is working to coordinate resources to help our member companies plan in advance for emergencies and respond quickly in the event of future large scale disasters.

According to guidelines published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security "business continuity planning" must account for all hazards (both man-made and natural disasters). Businesses should plan in advance to manage any emergency situation. Assess the situation, use common sense and available resources to take care of yourself, your co-workers and your business' recovery.

• Be Informed
  Know what kinds of emergencies might affect your company.
• Continuity Planning
  Carefully assess how your company functions, both internally and externally.
  
• Emergency Planning
  Your employees and co-workers are your business' most important and valuable asset.
  
• Emergency Supplies
  Think first about the basics of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.
  
• Deciding to Stay or Go
  Shelter-in-place or evacuate, plan for both possibilities.
  
• Fire Safety
  Fire is the most common of all business disasters.
  
• Medical Emergencies
  Take steps that give you the upper hand in responding to medical emergencies.

Click here for more information and resources on proper planning for business continuity and resumption in the case of an emergency.

Disaster Relief: Organized Donation and Distribution Opportunities to Help Communities
One of the most difficult aspects of responding to a large scale disaster is organizing and distributing the donated goods and services in a timely fashion to the companies, communities, and individuals who are in desperate need.

SGMA is coordinating with Gifts In Kind International (GIKI) to help our member companies make a difference. Click here to learn more about opportunities to get involved with assistance and recovery efforts.