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It’s Hurricane Season: What to Do So Your Meeting Isn’t a Disaster
Friday, September 7th, 2012June 1st to November 30th – they’re familiar dates for those who have spent time on the East Coast. It’s hurricane season. Often, meetings are scheduled prior to the forecast or development of a hurricane. What happens if a hurricane is projected to make landfall during your meeting? First, brainstorm, walk-through the “what-ifs” and plan [...]
Safety: Assessing Possible Hazards for Events
Friday, March 2nd, 2012Photo Credit: Flickr We’ve discussed contingency plans in the past (see past contingency posts) and while having a plan for the worst and unexpected is essential in your role as a planner’s, overseeing possible hazards is just as important. Before the event, you should assess possible hazards by making a list of all the attractions [...]
Meetings Safety Follow-Up to Fire Drills, East Coast Earthquakes & Hurricane Irene
Wednesday, September 28th, 2011Governor Dan Malloy of Connecticut meeting with FEMA during Hurrican Irene Photo Credit: Flickr In the meetings world, keeping your attendees safe is a top priority. For ARAMARK properties, safety is an even bigger push. Each month, the safety team at ARAMARK focuses on training and proper procedures as well as tips. We discussed earthquake [...]
East Coast Earthquakes: Were They Part of Your Contingency Plan?
Wednesday, August 24th, 2011Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy On August 23rd, the Virginia and Washington, D.C. area felt an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 with waves that traveled all the way to Canada and South Carolina. The epicenter was in Mineral, VA right outside of Richmond. No injuries were reported [...]
