Emergency Planning and Preparedness

AHLA is the lodging industry's primary resource for emergency preparedness and response, working closely with government and NGOs to:

  • Coordinate disaster response;
  • Disseminate classified advisories from DHS;
  • Channel information between hoteliers and relief agencies;
  • Link members to consultation and recovery funds;
  • Communicate with the media.

Thorough planning is key to protecting your guests, property and business. The resources below can help hotels and other lodging businesses prepare actionable strategies for responding to emergencies and crisis situations.

Safety & Security Resources for Crisis Situations

Bed Bugs

Biomedical Cleanup

Coronavirus

Flood Preparedness

Flu Preparedness

General Safety

Human Trafficking

Hurricane Preparedness

Sexual Harassment and Assault

Terrorist Attack Preparedness

AHLA and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have joined forces to help lodging employees recognize, report and appropriately respond to suspicious behavior or crisis situations.

Tornado Preparedness

Zika

Additional Resources