As we approach hurricane season, we must be aware of the possibility of emergency situations. These include hurricanes as well as tornadoes, extreme winds, flooding, wildfires, and downed power lines throughout the year. Severe weather is unpredictable.
For instructions and tools for use of SmartPay Purchase Cards during emergency times, see http://blue.usps.gov/purchase/scmstrategies/sm_emergency_response.htm. There, you’ll find the Supply Management Emergency Response Team (SMERT) resources index, which contains a directory of emergency supplies, services, contacts, and supplier information, along with other important links.
Local buying procedures include checklists and templates for SmartPay Purchase Card use. For a local buying emergency checklist, go to http://blue.usps.gov/purchase/_doc/smi_local_buying_emergency_checklist.doc.
You may find it helpful to have a printed copy of this material, since your ability to get to this information electronically may be at risk during an emergency situation.
On a personal note, you may want to review preparations for potential emergency situations with your family and coworkers. For helpful information on preparing for severe weather, go to http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/index. shtml.
— Supply Management Infrastructure,
Supply Management, 9-10-09
