Preparing for an Influenza Epidemic

Cascade Bank is actively monitoring the current H1N1 situation, working closely with local and state public health organizations to align with their recommendations where appropriate, and preparing necessary responses. We are already working with our own employees to ensure they are taking appropriate preventive steps to protect themselves and maintain a healthy environment, so we can continue to provide quality service to our customers. We are also prepared to work with our managers and employees to address the situation as events warrant.

What Can You Do?

• Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze and use a tissue.
• Wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based sanitizer frequently.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
• Stay at home when you're sick or have flu symptoms.
  
  

• Get plenty of sleep.
• Be physically active.
• Manage your stress.
• Drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious foods.
• Avoid smoking.
• Use antibiotics appropriately.
• Get immunized.
• Routinely clean and disinfect surfaces.

Here are resources to help make sure you are prepared.

Resource Links:

• CDC: http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu
• WHO: http://www.who.int/csr/disease/swineflu/en/index.html
• WA DOH: http://www.doh.wa.gov/swineflu

At Home:

• Get a Family Emergency Kit:
  • http://www.americanfamilysafety.com
  • http://www.cpr-savers.com/principal/emergency.html
  • http://www.lifesecure.com/zuca.asp
    
    
• Make a Family Emergency Kit.
• Be informed of current situation.
• Get involved with a community response organization.

At Work:

• Have a copy and know the Emergency Action Plan for your building;
  be familiar with your company's Business Contingency Plan.
• Know the proper procedures to report an emergency.
• Talk with your manager if you have any questions.