Employees are far less likely to panic if they feel that they have some control over their own safety and that of their family. For this reason, many companies have been proactive about giving employees information about how to protect their homes and families during a crisis. Employees are far less likely to panic if they feel that they have some control over their own safety and that of their family. For this reason, many companies have been proactive about giving employees information about how to protect their homes and families during a crisis. In many companies, employees are also given or instructed to create “go kits,” small bags of necessary items that they might need in an emergency. At American Express, those kits contain water, transistor radios and comfortable shoesevents like the blackout in August 2003 have shown that walking across the city in 3-inch pumps isn’t a good idea. Steven Kuhr, senior vice president and practice leader of Kroll’s Emergency Management Group, recommends that every employee have a basic kit assembled with the following items: two flashlights, some emergency cash, a portable radio, extra batteries, dry food such as granola bars, small bottles of water, a basic filter mask, an extra layer of clothes to accommodate temperature variations, a small pocket tool, and a 72-hour supply of prescription medications. But lest you think this is more plastic sheeting and duct tape talk, Kuhr insists that he’s not being a sensationalist. The logic is simple: Employees will feel calmer and be safer in a crisis if they are prepared. Related content feature Top cybersecurity M&A deals for 2023 Fears of recession, rising interest rates, mass tech layoffs, and conservative spending trends are likely to make dealmakers cautious, but an ever-increasing need to defend against bigger and faster attacks will likely keep M&A activity steady in By CSO Staff Sep 22, 2023 24 mins Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions brandpost Unmasking ransomware threat clusters: Why it matters to defenders Similar patterns of behavior among ransomware treat groups can help security teams better understand and prepare for attacks By Joan Goodchild Sep 21, 2023 3 mins Cybercrime news analysis China’s offensive cyber operations support “soft power” agenda in Africa Researchers track Chinese cyber espionage intrusions targeting African industrial sectors. By Michael Hill Sep 21, 2023 5 mins Advanced Persistent Threats Cyberattacks Critical Infrastructure brandpost Proactive OT security requires visibility + prevention You cannot protect your operation by simply watching and waiting. It is essential to have a defense-in-depth approach. By Austen Byers Sep 21, 2023 4 mins Security Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe