Disaster Recovery Manager Functions

• Operate procedures to ensure that the post is received and invoices are processed.
• Operate procedures to allow access to undamaged stock as soon as possible. Oversee arrangements for alternative IT facilities or study space as necessary. 
• Operate procedures to restore IT from backup as necessary. 
• Oversee the conservation operation and arrangements for alternative storage facilities as necessary. 
• Arrange for the disaster area to be cleaned and disinfected as necessary. 
• Ensure that the restored stock and disaster area are checked regularly for mould for the next twelve months where water damage has occurred. Keep detailed written records of all repair and conservation work required. 
• Collate lists of damaged and destroyed stock, equipment, furniture etc. and prepare insurance claims. 
• Order replacement shelving, furniture and equipment as necessary. Consider redesigning an area (e.g. moving telephone points) if the re-fit allows. 
• Update inventories to reflect losses and new purchases. 
• Provide regular bulletins on progress for senior management, readers and, if still necessary, the Press Officer. Liaise with the Development Office, if applicable, regarding any fund-raising campaigns that may be launched as a result of the disaster.
  

Counselling

• Analyse the procedures followed.
• Write a report on the operation identifying any weaknesses in the Disaster Management Plan. 
• Undertake risk assessment exercises for relevant areas and activities. 
• Revise the Disaster Management Plan. All updates should be signed and dated.