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Emergency Preparedness, Response And Recovery

The process or act of planning for, reacting to and recovering from environmental, biological/chemical and societal disasters that put people, property, technology, production and essential services (water, power, telecom, transportation) at risk.

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What is a Dry Standard and Why Does it Matter?

Using the ‘dry standard’ in water damage response ensures that drying is comprehensive and prevents mold and further structural damage. This guide […]

Four Essential Questions to Guide Water Damage Response

When water damage occurs, there are four questions that sum up the information that must be gathered during the drying process to […]

Comprehensive Hurricane Preparedness Checklist for Facilities Teams

A comprehensive checklist to help you prepare your facilities for hurricane season. Comprehensive Hurricane Preparedness Checklist for Facilities Teams Pre-Season Preparation (December […]

The Importance of CPR: Why Quick Action Saves Lives

This document explores the critical role CPR plays in increasing survival rates during cardiac emergencies. It provides detailed insights into the benefits […]

Five Essential Tips for Protecting your Property from Southern California Wildfires

In a region known for its propensity for wildfires, proactive measures are essential to safeguarding your property and community. Here are five […]

Customer Story: Innovative MLK Jr. Community Hospital Embraces Technology for Greater Efficiency

In this customer story, we see how the facilities team at a busy hospital in South Los Angeles is using technology to […]

Navigating Emergency Scenarios: Tips for Facilities Teams to Stay Proactive

In this blog post, we dive into navigating emergency scenarios in the facilities world. With their up-close-and-personal knowledge of facilities, relationships with […]

AEDs in the Workplace: A Buyers Guide

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can happen to anyone, anytime – including during a normal day at work. In fact, about 10,000 sudden […]

Drying Guide for Simple Water Damage

Overflowing sinks, plumbing leaks, pipe freeze-ups, and other small water intrusions can often be resolved by in-house facilities staff using equipment stored […]

Guide for Managing Excess Moisture and Humidity

Professional dehumidifiers can be temporarily installed to tackle mild or moderate humidity issues – from hot weather when the HVAC system is […]