Identify the hazards most likely to affect your business. New York City
faces a number of natural and man-made hazards, from fires and hurricanes to
power outages and terrorist attacks.
Consider the potential impacts of all hazards when developing emergency
plans, such as whether your facility is vulnerable to flooding, or how a power
outage might affect your company’s ability to do business. Decide which hazards
are most likely to affect your business and plan for those
first.