The hurricane season in Puerto Rico, which runs from June 1 to November 30, represents a significant risk to business operations. Having the proper fleet and fuel procedures in place and making the necessary preparations not only protects physical assets, but also ensures business continuity.
At American Petroleum, we specialize in providing emergency management services designed for companies that want to be ready for any contingency.
How to prepare a business for a hurricane: risk assessment and planning
When preparing your business for a hurrican, it is essential that companies conduct a vulnerability assessment. This assessment allows the design of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and a Business Continuity Plan (BCP), including clear roles, responsibilities and procedures for before, during and after the hurricane.
Measures to prepare a business for a hurricane
Prior to the start of hurricane season in Puerto Rico, it is essential to conduct a thorough inspection of commercial facilities to identify potential vulnerabilities. This may include roof repairs, reinforcing windows and doors, and securing equipment and furnishings to prevent damage during the storm.
In addition, it is advisable to invest in flood protection systems and ensure a reliable source of backup power, such as electric generators. Other hurricane prevention measures include installing storm shutters and trimming trees.
Hurricane Preparedness
Reviewing insurance policies, preparing an emergency kit with basic supplies, establishing evacuation routes and training personnel are essential steps. These actions allow you to respond quickly when a hurricane approaches.
Have emergency supplies in place
Preparing adequate emergency supplies is essential to ensure the safety and well-being of personnel during and after a hurricane. This may include non-perishable food, drinking water, first aid kits, flashlights, batteries and other essentials.
In addition, to ensure that hurricane prevention measures are truly effective, it is important to consider specific employee needs, such as additional medications or medical equipment.
Review your insurance policy and legal documents
One of the preparations for a priority hurricane is to contact your insurance company to review your policy. Often, insurance companies refuse to pay for damages caused to the company by these atmospheric phenomena.
Before the beginning of the hurricane season, it is also advisable to review and update commercial insurance policies to ensure adequate coverage in case of storm damage.
Another essential hurricane prevention measure is to have important legal documents, such as leases, business licenses and property records, on hand in case you need to file claims or take legal action during hurricane recovery.
Hurricane fuel procedures and preparation
Without a steady supply of fuel, businesses can face significant disruptions to their operations, which can result in financial losses, operational delays and weakened customer relationships.
When preparing for a hurricane, it is essential to plan ahead for fuel supply. This way, companies can mitigate these risks and have the energy needed to keep their operations running during and after a hurricane.
At American Petroleum we make every effort to guarantee fuel service for our customers during hurricane season. Contact us in advance to avoid any setbacks when it comes to fuel delivery.
Prepare your power generator
When preparing your company’s hurricane prevention measures, it is also essential that you prepare your power generator. Hurricanes cause a multitude of power outages and you need to be prepared for these events.
These outages can last for days, so a power generator is considered a vital necessity. Therefore, one of the most important hurricane preparations is to check that the generator is ready to deal with any such incident.
Preparing your business for a hurricane with American Petroleum’s solutions
American Petroleum offers fuel tank rentals, portable fueling stations, fuel distribution to generators and tanker truck rentals. These solutions guarantee operational continuity in the midst of any storm.
Nevertheless, our service goes further and we offer you 2 unique hurricane prevention tips:
- Subscribe to our SMS messaging service for important reminders
We understand that the fast pace of everyday life can make it difficult to retain important details, especially when it comes to your personal safety and natural disaster preparedness. Therefore, we invite you to subscribe to our SMS messaging service.
Through this platform, you will receive regular reminders throughout the hurricane season, ensuring that you keep your generator in optimal condition, have the necessary fuel supply and can prepare for a hurricane properly. This tool will allow you to be informed at all times, leaving no room for improvisation!
- Send a WhatsApp message to simplify the preparation process
Instant and effective communication plays a crucial role in times of crisis. Therefore, we have implemented an efficient solution to facilitate your preparedness process: send a message via WhatsApp to the number 787-600-9141 with the word PREPARACION.
Our customer service team will contact you to update your information and provide detailed guidance on the steps to take to ensure adequate hurricane prevention measures. From practical recommendations to specific information about our services.
The hurricane fuel and fleet preparations discussed in this article will help your company anticipate hurricane season. Contact American Petroleum now to receive personalized advice and access to specialized emergency management solutions for businesses.