43% of businesses experiencing a disaster never reopen.  Of those that do, 29% close within 2 years.

- U.S. Department Of Labor -

The ever-present threat of natural and man-made hazards presents serious challenges for businesses today. No one expects an emergency or disaster - especially one that affects them, their employees, and their business.  A disaster can disrupt or shut down business operations;  cause physical or environmental damage; even threaten the health and welfare of employees.  Unforeseen events can affect an organization directly or indirectly if  suppliers or partners experience a significant interruption to their business.

Emergency management is the process of preparing for, mitigating, responding to and recovering from an emergency or disaster.  It is a dynamic process that:

• Helps companies protect employees, the community and the environment.

• Facilitates compliance with regulatory requirements of Federal, State and local agencies.

• Enhances a company's ability to recover from financial losses, regulatory fines, loss of market share, damages to equipment or products caused by business interruption.

• Enhances a company's image and credibility with employees, customers, suppliers and community.

• May reduce insurance premiums.

Clas Consulting provides a new perspective to Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Planning.  Clas Consultants have real world experience in Disaster Response and Recovery: including Hurricane Katrina and the World Trade Center. Consultants have Expertise in Risk Management, Worker Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Hazardous Materials, Worker Training, Security and Continuity of Operations Planning.