Businesses

How quickly your company can get back to business after a terrorist attack or tornado, a fire or flood often depends on emergency planning done today .While the Department of Homeland Security is working hard to prevent terrorist attacks, the lessons of the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing and the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks demonstrate the importance of being prepared. When you also consider that the number of declared major disasters nearly doubled in the 1990’s compared to the previous decade, preparedness becomes an even more critical issue. Though each situation is unique, any organization can be better prepared if it plans carefully, puts emergency procedures in place, and practices for all kinds of emergencies.

If businesses are ready to survive and recover, the nation and our economy are more secure. America’s businesses form the backbone of the nation’s economy; small businesses alone account for more than 99% of all companies with employees, employ 50% of all private sector workers and provide nearly 45% of the nation’s payroll. A commitment to planning today will help support employees, customers, the community, the local economy and even the country. It also protects your business investment and gives your company a better chance for survival.

The City of Cleveland Department of Public Health Emergency Preparedness Office, Division of Homeland Security and the American Red Cross Greater Cleveland Chapter are committed to working with every business to ensure you are ready to respond to any disaster, natural or man made. We offer a variety of resources available:

• Business Continuity Planning
• Speakers Bureau
• Education, Training and Certification
• Trauma and Crisis Management Resources
• Technical Assistance
• Train the Trainer

If you would like to contact the Officer of Emergency Preparedness, please call 216-664-2455.