Key Pandemic Planning Initiatives
* Well defined checklists with clear cut responsibilities in order to maintain a set of trigger points that initiate immediate action
* Enhance the emergency communications tools that will be needed during a pandemic event
* Maintain up to date chain of command information / responsibility at each branch, including corporate
* Ensure support in keeping the foodservice supply chain in motion during a pandemic by cultivating essential contacts and relationships with government agencies and industry groups
* Strengthen strategic relationships with vendors to maintain supply continuity of in-demand core items in the event of a pandemic
* Review and strengthen warehouse security procedures when appropriate
* Identify ways to streamline essential and nonessential functions during a pandemic, promote cross-training opportunities
* Educate Associates about emergency employee procedures and policies used during a pandemic
* Identify and prioritize customers with specific pandemic delivery needs
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