As we’ve learned from California’s recent flooding, a natural disaster can strike at any time. As things start to dry out and Summer comes into full swing, be sure you and your campground are prepared for wildfire season. We spoke with Damian Petty at Leavitt Recreation & Hospitality Insurance to give some insight into what you should keep in mind for your insurance agent should you ever be faced with a wildfire emergency. Having an established evacuation plan is crucial for not only your staff, but also your guests. However, having a plan does no good unless it is actually practiced regularly. In addition to a set procedure, you should know how you will notify the guests staying in your park. Damian recommends having a text alert system set up in the event that a guest is off property, and you cannot find them to inform them of potential danger and evacuations. You should also take note of the following for your insurance agent as well as your business: • Who were you evacuated by if evacuation occurred? • When were you evacuated (date, time)? • How far away was the fire? • Take photos of assets for reference. • Keep track of cancellations and extra expenses brought on by the emergency. CalOHA also spoke with Chris Wood of San Francisco North Petaluma KOA; with his experience in aiding with evacuations, he was able to provide 5 important steps/strategies.
Our last advice is to have access to a printed list of the current guests in your park that you can provide to law enforcement should an evacuation be ordered. Some guests may be off property hiking or enjoying a nearby town at the time of evacuation; this way, law enforcement is able to verify that the guest is staying in your park so they can re-enter and retrieve their belongings. This also makes it possible for guests to come back to retrieve things that were forgotten. At the end of the day, natural disasters are scary and unpredictable. However, utilizing the above tips could make an emergency more manageable for you and your campers.
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As the camping season comes into full swing, make sure you have everything you need for your campers as well as what is required by the state! The state of California requires RV parks and campgrounds to have four specific regulatory signs posted in your park prior to registering your guests. These signs are also the first step in the eviction process, should you need to have a guest removed from your park. Fortunately for our members, the California Outdoor Hospitality Association has provided legal regulatory signage containing the required state law, penal and civil codes to protect your park. These specific signs include the SB317 Formaldehyde sign, an emergency information sign, an eviction sign, and an inn keepers sign. CalOHA recommends ordering this signage directly from our office, as we have had our legal team look over and clear them for use. To order your regulatory signs today, please call our office at (530) 885-1624!
Before you take on those summer employees, make sure you are educated on the rules and regulations concerning underage workers! With summer coming up, you may be looking to hire some seasonal workers to help you around your park. You may even have friends or relatives calling to let you know that their child is available for the summer to give you a hand! While this is great news for you and your park, make sure you are familiar with California’s child labor laws before you start hiring. California Outdoor Hospitality Association has partnered with CalChamber to bring you a new edition of our White Papers on child labor laws in California. This document covers the laws and provisions of juveniles in the work force both during the school year and on days that students are not in school, including holidays. We also have a breakdown of both California and Federal laws by age group and categories such as wages, hours of work, and exemptions. While it may seem great to take on a younger worker to help you with the ins and outs of your park, be sure that you are aware of the laws and provisions associated with hiring minors. If you are caught not adhering to these requirements, you could face fines, imprisonment, or both. Check out the CalOHA document library to learn more about child labor laws & provisions in California!
Are you worried about finding quality health care for your team? Allow CalOHA to be of assistance! The California Outdoor Hospitality Association has partnered with the California Hotel & Lodging Association to present health care options for your employees, both part time and full time, through their Healthy Hospitality program. Whether your staff is just a few employees or a whole crew, with several different options to choose from, you are sure to find the perfect solution! Keep reading to see the benefits of our different plans and find the one that works for your team. For assistance, call our office at (530) 885-1624 or email us at info@caloha.org! Exclusive, members-only pricing and solutions for employer-sponsored health insurance. Unlimited virtual medical, mental health, dermatology, neck and back care, and nutritional guidance from the global leader in telehealth. Free pharmacy discount app! FREE mental health resources and communities! No employer contribution! No headache! No frustration! No confusion! For more information, visit the Health Care Coverage tab on our Programs & Benefits page!
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