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Specific Readiness Level To Determine Next Steps

Level 5	Level 4	Level 3	Level 2
Major Typhoon aimed at our location, significant impact that inhibits the safe continuation of the team	Minor Typhoon or directed in adjacent locations, but major direct impact	Minor Typhoon predicted or directed in adjacent locations, minor direct impact expected	Stronger than typical natural storm patterns, the possibility of a Typhoon

Steps to Reduce Probability and Consequences

Maintain updated weather forecasts
Consider relocating during a Typhoon watch or warning before the Typhoon hits the shore
Maintain Shelter in Place Kit

Applicable Corporate Policies

Evacuations may be authorized and mandated at either the local, Self-Evacuation or Reliant level.
Know your Places of Refuge
Confidentiality During Crisis Events

Crisis Resolution Protocol

If you determine that any of the following steps will risk harm, skip any steps below and Shelter in Place immediately
As soon as you are able, begin documenting and gathering information
Determine the location and status of all personnel that might be affected by the typhoon
Determine accurate information regarding weather patterns and predicted outcomes
Contact Reliant to report the incident: Crisis Reporting for International Incident
Reliant will reach out to receive more details for their internal crisis report. Eventually, Reliant will share a communication tracking log that will serve as a way for team leaders and Shared Crisis Authority and Responsibility in Reliant Partnerships to all view communication updates between Reliant and the field team member
If the phones are unusable, attempt an alternative communication with personnel such as a satellite phone or emergency communication device
If there are any missing persons, contact local law enforcement to report them and simultaneously follow the Contingency Planning: Missing Person
Check with the nearest Embassy and Consulate Assistance for updated information
Establish consistent lines of communication for all personnel involved or gather all personnel to a central location if communication lines are not available
If you have the ability, coordinate with the ICMT to decide the best course of action
Check updated status of personnel and Typhoon hourly
Consider your options: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, or Places of Refuge
Decide with your team how and when to communicate if you are separated

EVACUATION

Follow the Evacuation Protocols
At each major junction or when problems arise, reassess the Typhoon’s status and decide whether to continue or change the plan
When you have successfully evacuated, contact the International Crisis Manager
Return only when local officials determine that it is safe

SHELTER-IN-PLACE

If you Shelter in Place, communicate to the ICMT your location, your supplies, and your timeline for action
Remember that a Typhoon is a series of waves that may continue for hours
When the Typhoon passes immediately contact the ICMT and prepare non-essential personnel for evacuation if needed

PLACES OF REFUGE

Relocate to destinations Places of Refuge
When you arrive, determine the location and status of all relevant personnel
Contact the ICMT
When you arrive at your Place of Refuge, reassess the status of the Typhoon and personnel
Determine whether to Shelter-in-Place at the Place of Refuge or to further Evacuate
When the Typhoon passes, contact the ICMT and evacuate non-essential personnel if needed