With several natural disasters recently in the news, including storms, floodings and tornados, ReMA is there for its members and has a variety of resources to help you, your employees and your families stay safe.

Tips to Stay Safe After a Disaster

  • Wait until an area is declared safe by local authorities before returning to your business location.
  • Use caution before entering your business.
  • Wear thick-soled shoes, long pants, and work gloves during clean-up.
  • Check for power lines, gas leaks and structural damage. If any electrical equipment is wet, contact an electrician.
  • Prepare loss information for insurance claims and get independent estimates of damages.
  • Take pictures before cleanup.
  • Minimize additional damage.

Planning for Safety

ReMA has developed several safety resources to assist in planning ahead for your business:

Resources for More Specific Events

Additional resources on specific events are also available here:

Helping Others During Life-Threatening Injuries

Tornado / Severe Weather Safety

Fires

Heat and Personal Safety

Cold Weather Events

When a natural disaster strikes, all ReMA members and staff are here to support you with anything you may need.

Arnulfo Moreno

Arnulfo Moreno

Arnulfo Moreno is a Communications Manager at ReMA. He is fascinated by the innovation and sustainability found in the recycling industry. He graduated from The Catholic University of America where he majored in Media Studies and minored in Spanish. He lives in Chevy Chase, Maryland with his collection of short stories he hopes to one day finish writing.