Smoke Alarm Maintenance

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 10/25/10: Employers are encouraged to check, maintain and replace old smoke alarms: http://tinyurl.com/2f8l3bd
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Boo, It's a Mylar Blanket

Believe it or not, Halloween can help you remember what to put in your Go Bag. Just think about what you need when you go trick-or-treating: a flashlight, comfortable walking shoes, a cell phone, a neighborhood map, and a bottle of water, among other portable items. And if you are struggling to decide on a costume, consider using your Mylar blanket to be a ghost. There is nothing wrong with being prepared and festive at the same time! Learn more about what to put in a Go Bag Find out more about Mylar blankets Read the Tip of the Week online

Spread The Word, Not The Germ

Flu season is here, and the sniffling and coughing you hear all around town should remind you to get a flu shot. Everyone six months and older should get a flu shot every year. The vaccine is especially important for pregnant women, children under five, seniors age 50 and older, and residents of long-term care facilities. Use the Health Department's flu widget to find a vaccination center near you, and spread the word about flu shots by sharing the widget on your website. Visit nyc.gov/flu for more information about seasonal flu Read the Tip of the Week online

Educator Training in Preparedness

 FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 10/18/10: Educators and school staff are encouraged to enroll in school preparedness, response and recovery online training. http://go.usa.gov/cpA.
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Get Energized About Energy Efficiency

October is Energy Awareness Month, and OEM reminds you to increase your energy efficiency both at home and at work. Simple steps, like turning off lights in unoccupied rooms and unplugging mobile chargers when they are not in use, can add up to significant savings. Such practices can also go a long way during emergencies like extreme heat when power usage is high. Test your knowledge about energy efficiency by taking the energy IQ test at energystar.gov. Learn more Energy Awareness Month Read the Tip of the Week online

residential sprinklers and fire safety for college student housing

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 10/11/10: Review and download information about residential sprinklers and fire safety for college student housing: http://go.usa.gov/xSd.

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Smoke Detectors Save Lives

During Fire Prevention Week, OEM reminds you to check the batteries in your smoke detectors twice a year to make sure they are working. Install smoke detectors outside each bedroom in your home. And don't forget to put the batteries back if your smoke detector sounds due to burning toast or other cooking mishaps! Learn more about smoke detectors Read the Fire Department's top 10 fire safety tips Read the Tip of the Week online

Assistive Technology for Emergencies

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week October 4, 2010: Review the Assistive Technology for Emergencies list with your staff and add them to your disaster preparedness plan. go.usa.gov/cpR.
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Cyber Security Risks

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 09/27/10: Prepare your staff for cyber security risks with computer safety information from U.S. Computer Emergency Readiness Team: http://go.usa.gov/xEQ

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Preparing Means Sharing

For the final week of National Preparedness Month, OEM encourages New Yorkers to get involved in the City's preparedness efforts. NYC Citizen Corps Council maintains a list of volunteer organizations that help people prepare for and recover from disasters. If you are interested in affiliating with a group, do so before a disaster strikes so you can receive proper training. Learn more about volunteer opportunities Read the Tip of the Week online

Get Informed, Get a Go Bag

During this fourth week of National Preparedness Month, OEM urges New Yorkers to get informed. Before an emergency happens, decide how you will get timely emergency updates so you can react in the right way. Register for Notify NYC, the City's source for emergency information. You can receive Notify NYC messages by e-mail, text, or recorded phone calls. Sign up this week and have the chance to win a Go Bag. Learn more about Notify NYC Read the Tip of the Week online

Learn About Crisis Events in Special Venues

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 09/20/10: Enroll in USFA online training to learn about responding to crisis events at strip malls, dorms and nursing homes. http://go.usa.gov/xXK
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