BECKER & POLIAKOFF'S HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST
Create a Disaster plan and establish off-site contact information and meeting points.
Establish Evacuation Route and conduct building or community evacuation drills in the weeks leading up to hurricane season.
Verify Emergency Generators & Supplies operate and that fuel, flashlights, batteries, water and other necessities are available.
Backup Computer Files and store information offsite, in case computers crash or systems fail.
Secure the Premises - make preparations for routine lockdown of the building or other facilities as a storm approaches, so the building is secure during the storm and safe from vandalism or looting if a hurricane strikes.
Photograph or Video Premises - keep a visual record through video or photographs of premises to facilitate damage assessment and speed damage claims in a storm aftermath.
Insurance Policies & Agent Details - be sure all insurance policies are current and coverage is adequate.
Mitigation of Damages - in the immediate aftermath of a storm, take the necessary steps to mitigate damages, this includes "drying-in", which is the placement of tarps on openings in the roof and plywood over blown out doors and windows, and "drying out", which is the removal of wet carpet and drywall to prevent the growth of mold.
Debris Removal - have a plan for speedy removal of debris by outside contractors or civic public works employees, should a hurricane topple trees and leave debris in its wake.