Implementation of Disaster Recovery Plan Complete

Franklin Security Bank takes pro-active steps to implement Disaster Recovery Plan

Franklin Security Bank feels it is necessary to prepare our institution, as well as our customers, in the event of a local or national disaster.   We want to take the “what if” out of the equation and reassure you, our customer, that not only will we be prepared if affected by a disaster, but we want provide you tips on precautionary measures you should consider. 

Bank steps for customer:

• Customer service numbers will be provided online and by phone,  as soon as possible
• Status of available ATMs will be provided
• In the event we need to relocate our office or obtain emergency contact numbers, the local media will be provided this information as soon as possible.
• Customers will be informed of any federal regulations governing disaster recovery.
• If check books, passbooks, debit or credit cards are lost, re-open accounts under new numbers. 

Customer Tips:

• Create a secure, encrypted financial cheat sheet to keep with you at all times that contains all deposit, loan, credit card ATM card, and debit card account numbers, phone numbers and other details that may be needed.
• Safe deposit boxes and the bank’s vault doors are not water tight.  The contents of your safe deposit box are not covered by the bank’s insurance or by FDIC insurance.  You should insure the contents with an agency of your choice.  Any documents, stamps, photos, etc. should be stored inside double ziplock plastic bags.  If you are already storing items in this manner, it is a good idea to check the bags periodically to make sure the bags are sealed properly.
• If there is adequate warning of an approaching disaster, you should remove the property from the box and take it to an are believed to be out of harm’s way.
• Consider obtaining information on disaster preparedness kits, supplies, training, jobs, and food.

Helpful Websites

Preparing for a Disaster

• www.Ready.gov
  Emergency preparedness guidance from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security lists and explains specific threats and response. How to prepare, glossary, feedback form, and links to related government and private organizations.
• www.dhs.gov
  U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• www.usa.gov
  Usa.gov – The Official Web Portal of the US Federal Government
• www.citizencorps.gov
  Citizen Corps

Disaster Help

• www.disasterassistance.gov
  Sponsored by the Disaster Management e-Government Initiative, providing information and services relating to the four pillars of all-hazards disaster management: preparedness, response, recovery, and migration.
• www.fema.gov
  Federal Emergency Management Agency
• www.redcross.org
  American Red Cross
• www.bt.cdc.gov
  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response

Useful Telephone Numbers

• 1-800-FED-INFO (1-800-333-4636)
  Call the Federal Citizen Information Center for answers you can trust about federal agencies, programs, benefits or services.
• 1-800-BE-READY (1-800-237-3239)
  Citizens can call 1-800-BE-READY to order a readiness pamphlet and to get more information about ways to protect themselves and their families.
• 1-866-GET-INFO (1-866-438-4636)
  American Red Cross hotline for information on personal and family disaster preparedness, international humanitarian assistance, services to the military, and answers to questions about all Red Cross services.