Pandemic Planning

Planning was undertaken during 2006 to prepare for a possible pandemic event, such as avian influenza. A corporate pandemic planning team has developed processes designed to significantly reduce the impact that a pandemic event might have on our employees and businesses.

Every business unit and staff group has a plan in place in the event that a pandemic occurs, and many operations and facilities have engaged in desktop exercises to simulate how operations would be impacted. An intranet site also has been established to provide employees with additional information and resources. The plans and processes are subject to continuous review and update in order to ensure business continuity while preparing for potential disruptions.

Employee education and information regarding a possible influenza pandemic are communicated, and annual influenza vaccinations are encouraged and made available at many company locations.