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Disaster Planning
Before You Write the Plan

  1. Set up a Team
  2. Identify the hazards
    • Natural
    • Man-made
  3. Prioritize your Collections
  4. Locate your Resources
    • Disaster Response Specialists
    • Local, State, and Federal Agencies
    • Local and Regional Suppliers and Vendors
  5. Prepare a Disaster Plan
  6. Distribute the Disaster Plan
  7. Practice the Disaster Plan

Tip: When setting up a team, consider involving staff or volunteers from neighboring institutions.