Preparing for access and reentry after a disaster is addressed at the IAEM 2019 Conference
On December 13, BNET Executive Director Peter Picarillo will present at the 2019 International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Region 1 Conference at the University of Connecticut. The panel will discuss “Preparing for Access & Re-Entry after a Disaster” and the importance of postdisaster reentry. The discussion will focus on the need, benefits, and tools…
Read MoreHow Can You Use CEAS to Benefit Your Business Continuity/Recovery Plan?
Risk Assessment/Hazard Analysis
At the highest level of business continuity planning (BCP), a risk analysis evaluates internal and external hazards and quantifies the impact of those risks to critical business processes. Any incident that causes a threat to life or interrupts your business should be given the highest consideration. If a disruption occurs, does the potential exist for an area evacuation, access restrictions to your facility, or the imposition of a travel ban? If so, evaluating the economic injury potential should help determine if CEAS might be added to your BCP toolkit.
Read MoreMajor Economic Hubs Use CEAS to Promote Business & Community Disaster Recovery
Business continuity managers often overlook the reentry process in their planning efforts. Getting people into an affected area as quickly as possible is essential to a seamless recovery process.
Read MoreRhode Island Launches CEAS Statewide
Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency- June 13, 2017 – Rhode Island launches Corporate Emergency Access System (CEAS) Statewide. Launch Represents BNET’s 2nd Statewide CEAS Program and the First Inter-operable Crisis Event Recovery Access Program Between States NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2017 by Peter Picarillo BNET Press Release 6-13-17 PDF article for download For additional…
Read MoreMEMA and BNET Launch First Statewide Corporate Emergency Access System (CEAS)
May 4, 2016 – For Immediate Release by Peter Picarillo Innovative Program Helps Communities Recover from Emergencies and Disasters. FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has partnered with the non-profit, Business Network of Emergency Resources (BNET) to implement the Corporate Emergency Access System (CEAS) in Massachusetts. While the CEAS program is active…
Read MoreCEAS Activated at Level “A” in NYC for Winter Storm Jonas
Mayor De Blasio has activated the CEAS program at Level “A” in conjunction with the citywide travel ban beginning at 2:30 PM Today. Level “A” means ALL CEAS cardholders are exempt from the travel ban. Please be reminded that due to the extremely hazardous conditions, any travel should be for CRITICAL BUSINESS necessity only.
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Read MoreNew England – Winter Storm Juno
New England – Winter Storm Juno , January 2015- Cities of Providence, Boston and Cambridge activate their respective CEAS programs for record breaking snow storm. Activation keeps businesses operational during and immediately after the storm.
Read MoreWinter Storm Nemo
Winter Storm Nemo – February 8, 2013 – the CEAS program permitted critical business employees to travel during the State imposed travel ban.
Read MoreBaltimore activates the CEAS program
October 26, 2012– Baltimore activates the CEAS program in anticipation of the impacts of Hurricane Sandy.
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