Disaster Response - Are You Prepared?

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What happens when there’s a major disaster in this country? Who can you call upon 24/7 to provide emergency support in the event of a serious flood, a major explosion, power cut, fuel blockade or even terrorist attack?

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What happens when there’sa major disaster in thiscountry? Who can you call upon 24/7 to provideemergency support in the event of a serious flood, a major explosion,power cut, fuel blockade or even terrorist attack?

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Disaster Response Experts Adler and Allan is the UK market leader in the provision of rapid responseservices to the public and private sector. Operating from an unrivalled network of bases, we respond quickly and effectively to emergencies that range from oil andchemical spillages to critical fuel deliveries, and includedisaster recovery situations such as flood relief andfirewater containment.

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Adler and Allan has built the resources and skill base to tackle the most challenging of situations such as the Buncefield Oil Storage Depot explosion in 2005 and the floods of 2007. We are an approved contractor for public bodies such as the Environment Agency andMarine & Coastguard Agency, as well many blue chipindustrial organisations.

Spill ResponseWe have the capability and expertise to tackle everyemergency from marine pollution to a major industrialdisaster such as Buncefield where we were appointedPrincipal Contractor for the clean up operation. Adler and Allan teams are on standby 24/7.

Rapid response, expert analysis and prompt action are the key components of effective oil and chemicalspill clean up and damage-limitation. Highly trainedprofessionals equipped with the latest spill and clean-up technology staff our national network of rapid response centres, ready to mobilise at a moment’s notice.

Flood ReliefThe summer 2007 floods brought to light howsusceptible businesses & communities in the UK are to flooding. Our flood response teams can respond to assist in flood defences and pumping,tankering and disposal of flood waters.

Power Failures & Fuel BlockadesEnergy suppliers are vulnerable to industrial action,power cuts and commercial shortages.

The Adler and Allan specialist tanker fleet is on 24/7 standby to handle fuel deliveries, fuel oil upliftand fuel oil transfer tasks in the event of emergencies.

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With Adler and Allan, you’re in good company. Our customers include:

Recent AwardsCustomer Service Award Winners - Association for Petroleum and Explosives Administration (APEA) Awarded 2006 & 2007Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Certificate 2006

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Adler and Allan Ltd22/42 Livingstone Road, London E15 2LJT : 020 8555 7111 F : 020 8519 3090E : [email protected] : www.adlerandallan.co.uk

• Spill Response • Fuel Services• Fuel Installation &

Tank Services

• Industrial Water Jetting & Cleansing

• Waste Management• Separator Services

� Major Utility Companies� Blue Chip Industrials� Oil Companies� Environmental Consultants� Insurance Companies� The Environment Agency

� Demolition Contractors� Haulage Contractors� Government Departments� Local Authorities� Health Authorities� The Police

� The Armed Forces� The Fire Brigade� Facilities Managers� Ports & Harbours� Airports

Disaster Response Preparedness means:� Prioritise � Prepare � Plan � Practice � Perform

Contingency Planning Every business and organisationcan experience a serious incident that can prevent it fromcontinuing normal operations.

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This can range from a major spill, flood or even anenergy shortage. The management of the organisationhave a responsibility to recover from such incidents in the minimum amount of time, with minimumdisruption and at minimum cost. This requires carefulpreparation and planning. We can help by outlining themost common steps in contingency planning and offeroperational solutions to assist in disaster recovery.

Environmental Consultancy ServicesAdler and Allan provide a range of services to assistsite owners to comply with current regulations and ensure that their sites remain safe and clean. We are environmental consultants to a range of public and private sector organisations in the UK and can uniquely provide both consultancy and operational support.