Natural disasters, fires, bomb attacks and any number of other types of crisis can strike at any time – usually when unexpected and unanticipated. But is there anything that you can do to increase your chances of survival? A recent article in the UK’s Times newspaper outlined some theories and practices which may increase the chance of escaping alive when catastrophe strikes. Amongst the panic and chaos which usually arises, training and familiarity with your surroundings may be your best hope. Does your organisation train its people to respond when things go wrong? Do you carry out emergency drills? When you enter the unfamiliar surroundings of an aircraft or a hotel, do you assess the routes of escape – do you even know where they are? It is worth thinking about. Read the article here:http://women.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/women/the_way_we_live/article4149935.ece
