7-John Scardena- Preparing for a disaster

Reference: Mega. Broker Inc. (2009). Reactions, 29(7), 78.

 

Theme:

When we understand crisis's will happen we know the most logical thing to do is prepare for pre and post disaster.

 

Summary:  

-An insurance brokerage named "Mega Broker" gave press releases as terrorist threats began to emerge.

- The idea behind the press releases was to prepare people in case of disaster.

- Homeland security measures try to minimize post disaster casualties. Likewise we should do the same.

- Keep up to date information and kits handy.

- Create a checklist of things to cover if and when a disaster occurs.

- Have an organized group- who does what.

- Keep things simple and logical… and back it up.

- Homeowners insurance can cover anything you list on the plan, so list it.

- Be aware of your surroundings.

 

Application to Lesson:

Lesson seven was all about giving a press release and how to accurately portray information. This summary for example shows just that. When a bombing occurred the brokerage released to the press steps individuals and communities should take in case of a disaster.

 

Application to Career:

As emergency managing personnel we deal with planning everyday. We understand that the best offence is a strong defense. If we can prepare for a crisis but understand that we can't control everything then we can better prepare how to act. We don't have to be sucker punched like we were on 9/11 anymore if we plan correctly.