WARREN, N.J., Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- To help Southern California
businesses affected by the recent wildfires, the Chubb Group of Insurance
Companies has again made available the guide "Tips for Resuming Business in
the Wake of a Disaster."
"Many Southern California businesses are struggling to resume their
business operations following the wildfires, and we hope these tips that
Chubb prepared for its commercial customers can help put them on the road
to recovery," said Gary Petrosino, senior vice president and Western Zone
manager for Chubb.
Business owners know that their first priority is protecting their
employees. Once the area around their facility is stable, they should
secure the building to limit future loss and inspect it thoroughly before
anyone reenters.
-- Employees should have access only to those areas that are well-
illuminated and free of debris, dust and water.
-- Make sure the electrical systems, computers and computer cables and
telecommunications equipment do not expose anyone to electrical
hazards.
-- Check water supplies for contamination. Consider that even the
slightest contact with contaminated water may lead to illness.
-- Make sure all hazardous materials are safely contained. Using an
existing inventory list should enable you to quickly account for all
materials.
-- Investigate the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems
before energizing and pressurizing them. Clean, examine and test safety
devices and controls on all equipment.
The complete document is available online at
http://www.chubb.com/businesses/cci/chubb1073.pdf.
The member insurers of the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies form a
multi-billion dollar organization providing property and casualty insurance
for personal and commercial customers worldwide through 8,500 independent
agents and brokers. Chubb's global network includes branches and affiliates
in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Australia.
SOURCE The Chubb Group of Insurance Companies
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Related links:
http://www.chubb.com/businesses/cci/chubb1073.pdf
CONTACT:
David Hilgen for The Chubb Group of Insurance
Companies, +1-908-903-4165, dhilgen@chubb.com
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