The damage and disruption of hurricane wind and floods pose a significant risk to business continuity, so proper preparation is key. We discuss key steps organizations should take during Hurricane Season to ensure that 1) employees know what to do before, during, and after a hurricane, and 2) they can communicate effectively in any severe weather event.
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This blog highlights why an MNS is essential for protecting visitors and employees at historic landmarks and minimizing the destruction of historic structures during natural disasters and human threats.
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A mass notification system is crucial for communicating with building occupants during emergencies like natural disasters, security threats, active shooters, or fires. Read on for tips on distributing emergency notifications broadly across commercial buildings using Alertus.
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During a wildfire, municipalities must be prepared to send emergency alerts to affected communities, and businesses must swiftly notify personnel with evacuation and safety instructions. Since wildfires spread extremely fast, every second counts. In this blog, we share steps all organizations can take to prepare for wildfires and enhance communication with their employees.
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Because front desk employees serve as an organization’s first line of defense, they should be prepared to quickly identify and respond to emergencies or suspicious activity. To strengthen security, organizations should consider installing a mass notification system that can be activated or used to alert appropriate parties directly and discreetly from the front desk.
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The oil and gas industry plays a critical role in the global economy but can pose a hazardous environment for employees in both onshore and offshore drilling sites. With a customizable mass notification system (MNS), you can keep your people safe and informed.
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Most healthcare facilities have mass notification systems (MNS) in place but may be limited to traditional PA systems. This blog will explore common challenges healthcare facilities face and solutions for enhancing mass notification and emergency response.
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In this blog, we will highlight mass notification solutions that zoos and aquariums can utilize to protect vulnerable populations and provide effective, widespread emergency communication.
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October 10 is World Mental Health Day, which the World Health Organization has established to highlight the critical connection between mental health and work. Organizations should continually assess and improve their working conditions, safety operations, and mass notification systems to demonstrate care for workers' well-being and mental health.
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Alertus Technologies has announced the launch of “Alertus 911 Connect,” the new solution that enables customers to directly contact emergency responders when activating their Alertus System.
Officials must ensure that their school(s) are equipped with the latest mass notification solutions that meet and exceed important codes and mandates to keep students, teachers, and staff safe. We’ve created a checklist to help your district prepare for a safe school year.
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Emergencies within the transportation industry can cause ripple effects that hugely impact the economy, business operations, and people's daily lives. This blog will highlight the critical role mass notification systems (MNS) can play in notifying everyone of hazards and major disruptions in transportation.
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Houses of worship face growing security threats and a unique balancing act: increase safety for their congregations while offering a warm, welcoming space. Security managers can use a mass notification system (MNS) as an important tool to prevent or mitigate violence within these vulnerable communities. This blog will discuss three ways houses of worship can prepare for emergencies.
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Provide peace of mind to your staff by setting up ways to call for help, report an incident, or spread critical information to guests. In this blog, we highlight a few scenarios in which staff members can quickly call for help and notify guests and visitors in various emergencies.
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University and college campuses saw an uptick in protests, demonstrations, and large gatherings this spring, some of which escalated and led to suspensions and confrontations with police. As we look toward the fall semester, maintaining order while allowing student groups to protest peacefully is paramount to ensuring the security and well-being of the campus community.
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