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Building materials and design play a significant role in determining the amount of exposure a structure can endure before catching fire. Below are some guidelines to follow to create a wildfire resistant exterior to your home or business: Use Class A...

What is business continuity planning? Business continuity planning is the process of preparing for interruptions to business operations. The process includes creating and validating a practiced logistical plan for how a business will recover and...

At least one-fourth of all businesses that close because of a disaster never reopen. Small businesses are especially vulnerable because very few have the resources or knowledge to assess disaster risks and develop comprehensive mitigation and...

Shutters should be a planned element of any vulnerable home. Permanent fasteners should be installed long before storm warnings, so panels can be put in place quickly and time can be spent focusing on the needs of your family and pets. Why do I need...

The Institute for Business and Home Safety has outlined five ways to better protect homes from damaging wind and rain this hurricane season.