Preparing for Crisis: The Complex Realities of Evacuating International Staff from Taiwan

Preparing for Crisis: The Complex Realities of Evacuating International Staff from Taiwan

ByPreparedex Admin

Article written by Ruben Hoornveld Recent shifts in cross-strait dynamics underscore the need for comprehensive evacuation planning in Taiwan. Increased Chinese military posturing, coupled with sophisticated grey-zone tactics, highlights the delicate balance between deterrence and escalation. International companies and organizations operating in or around Taiwan must prepare their staff not only for potential evacuation but…

Effective Emergency Evacuations: Ensuring Safety and Preparedness in Crisis 

Effective Emergency Evacuations: Ensuring Safety and Preparedness in Crisis 

ByRob Burton

An effective emergency evacuation plan is crucial for the safety and security of any organization. In times of crisis, whether due to natural disasters, fires, or other threats, a well-executed evacuation can save lives and minimize chaos. Below are key components that make an evacuation plan practical and actionable, ensuring all personnel understand their roles…

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Your San Francisco Earthquake Preparation Guide

ByRob Burton

Understanding Earthquake Risks and Preparedness in the San Francisco Bay Area: A Closer Look at the Hayward Fault Line  The San Francisco Bay Area, a vibrant hub of culture, innovation, and natural beauty, is also a region acutely aware of its vulnerability to natural disasters, particularly earthquakes. Among the many fault lines that crisscross the…

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Warehouse Emergency Management: Scenarios You Must Review with Tabletop Exercises 

ByRob Burton

Emergencies are unpredictable but planning for them shouldn’t be. In a warehouse environment, where heavy machinery, hazardous materials, and large human resources converge, emergency preparedness is not an option—it’s a necessity. Effective planning can often mean the difference between a managed situation and a disaster. This is where tabletop exercises come in handy as a…

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A Decade On: Reflecting on the West Fertilizer Explosion and the Lessons Learned

ByRob Burton

April 17th, 2023, marks the tenth anniversary of the West Fertilizer Company explosion and fire, one of the deadliest industrial accidents in recent US history. The incident took place in the small town of West, Texas, resulting in 15 fatalities, over 200 injuries, and widespread destruction. As we remember those who lost their lives in…

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Dallas Sniper Shooting – Interview with Nick LaGrassa

ByRob Burton

In this our 67th episode we look at the Dallas sniper shooting that took place on July 7th, 2016. Nick LaGrassa who was a Senior Emergency Management Specialist for the City of Dallas during the event will walk us through what happened and what lessons need to be learned from the tragic attack. Five police officers were killed…

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Addressing Your Information Security’s Weakest Link

ByRob Burton

Guest contributor: Julia Brown Technology has done wonders for advancing business operations across the globe.   It’s helped innovation, cultivated collaboration between industries, and enhanced security protocols in some of the biggest companies in the world. Thanks to new developments, information security has gone past locked file cabinets and into encrypted servers. However, Cyber Security Hub’s…

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Behavioral Assumptions & Crisis: Impact on Mass Casualty Critical Incident Response & Mental Health Support

ByBrad Cole

Sandy Hook, Boston, Las Vegas, Parkland and Pittsburgh.  Those locations now have secondary meanings; mass casualty events.  Each having their own community impact and recovery process.   Response plans are created during the calm and quiet of a work day.  A variety of exercises are conducted to test those plans and modify them accordingly to…

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The Insider Threat: Early Indicators To Workplace Violence During An Age of Uncertainty

ByJames DeMeo

Has your organization prepared for an insider threat workplace violence scenario?   The most recent shootings at the Virginia Beach Municipal Public Works Building and the Earl Cabell Federal Building in Dallas are a stark, yet painful reminder that security leaders and the public at large must be ever vigilant with the ongoing threat continuum….

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Technology in Emergency Management – An Interview with Mark Gillan

ByRob Burton

Technology is playing an ever-increasing role within the world of crisis and emergency management. We use it to socially to communicate with each other and we use it daily in a professional capacity. But how is it improving safety and security? In this episode we talk to Mark Gillan of Emergency Solutions International about how…