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Nov 02
2010

Property Management Companies - Tips to Prepare your Tenants for Natural Disasters

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Posted by: TReX Global on Nov 2, 2010 14:32

Does your property fall in one of these states: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington?

 

Guide for Landlord, Property Manager, Property Management Companies to Minimize Earthquake Damage



According to the US government, these states fall in seismic active zones and earthquakes can cause significant damage to single family homes, apartment and commercial complexes. Property Management Companies, Property Managers and Property Owners should have a back-up plan ready to minimize damages to people and their properties in case of emergencies.

Here is a check list to know if you and your tenants are prepared for natural disaster situations:

1. Does your property meet the requirements of latest seismic safety standards.
Find out if your property meets the requirements of latest seismic safety standards.

2. Do you have an emergency plan in place? This plan should include measures for storing water and food, obtaining first aid training, appointing floor area leaders, conducting drills, and other such activities.

3. Are your tenants prepared for emergencies?
* Provide them with information on what to do during, and after an earthquake, and on how to secure furniture and other household items.
* Encourage tenants to develop individual family plans for shutting off damaged utilities, reuniting family members, and evacuation, if necessary.

4. Do you have tenants with special needs? Special needs may include mobility impaired, non-English speaking, elderly, or hearing or sight impaired. Provide your tenants with information on on what to do during, and after an earthquake.

5. Do you have an Emergency team in place? The team could include both your staff and tenants and will be responsible for first aid, search and rescue, communications and fire fighting.

6. What is your plan in case of injuries? Provide tenants with a sign such as a white flag to indicate that someone has suffered serious injuries.

7. Have your tenants met with local emergency and disaster planners? Inform your tenants where the nearest mass shelter area is located.

Finally, don't forget to Practice earthquake drills in your complex.


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