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When it’s Important to Stay in the Know.
Don't Leave Your Business Out in the Cold
The winter season might offer a welcome relief from the Texas heat, but it introduces its own set of obstacles, too. Dangerous working conditions, weather-related closures and failure to properly plan can all disrupt operations and result in costly long-term consequences. But a little forethought makes all the difference.
BCH’s risk management professionals are here to help with friendly advice you can put to good use as we continue through this rollercoaster of a season. Read on, take note and keep your company fully prepared when it matters.
Factor Business Continuity Considerations into Seasonal Planning
Back Up Important Data: Consider which files could put your business in jeopardy if you were no longer able to access them. Store information such as payroll data and files crucial for client projects on a secure server or external drive that’s unlikely to be impacted by a system failure.
Establish Backup Power Sources: Invest in generators to keep essential systems functioning in the event of a power outage. Scale this to suit your business and its needs. For most office settings, battery-powered surge protectors are probably enough to protect work during power fluctuations. For healthcare settings and other operations that involve highly specialized equipment and systems, larger-scale backup is key.
Determine a Plan for Remote Work: Remote work can be a quality alternative if roadways become unsafe or outages affect your workplace. Establish and communicate an official company policy laying out who can work remotely, how and when they should communicate with the company and any expectations associated with the work. Provide employees with the tools and technology needed to work off-site with minimal disruption to operations.
Slips and falls aren’t the only seasonal risks to watch out for. It’s important to have policies and procedures in place to guide your company through more subtle obstacles, such as navigating employee pay amid office closures. Click for tips from BCH.
BCH’s Risk Management Center is Here to Help All Season Long
With instant access to thousands of informative risk management and safety resources, handbook builder support to help keep your employees on the same page, and claims assistance you can trust, your Risk Management Center (RMC) is all about peace of mind.
