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helpful hints from CDC. Imagine not working for a few weeks with just in time inventory. Startup might take awhile.

Social Disruption May Be Widespread

Plan for the possibility that usual services may be disrupted. These could include services provided by hospitals and other health care facilities, banks, stores, restaurants, government offices, and post offices.

Prepare backup plans in case public gatherings, such as volunteer meetings and worship services, are canceled.

Consider how to care for people with special needs in case the services they rely on are not available.

Being Able to Work May Be Difficult or Impossible

Find out if you can work from home.

Ask your employer about how business will continue during a pandemic. (A Business Pandemic Influenza Planning Checklist is available at www.pandemicflu.gov/plan/tab4.html.)

Plan for the possible reduction or loss of income if you are unable to work or your place of employment is closed.

Check with your employer or union about leave policies.

Schools May Be Closed for an Extended Period of Time

Help schools plan for pandemic influenza. Talk to the school nurse or the health center. Talk to your teachers, administrators, and parent-teacher organizations.

Plan home learning activities and exercises. Have materials, such as books, on hand. Also plan recreational activities that your children can do at home.

Consider childcare needs.

Transportation Services May Be Disrupted

Think about how you can rely less on public transportation during a pandemic. For example, store food and other essential supplies so you can make fewer trips to the store.

Prepare backup plans for taking care of loved ones who are far away.

Consider other ways to get to work, or, if you can, work at home.