August 31, 2023 September is National Preparedness Month, and the Postal Service is encouraging employees to take time to prepare for the unexpected. âDisaster professionals suggest scheduling time on your calendar to create an emergency plan,â said USPS Corporate Affairs Vice President Judy de Torok, who oversees the organizationâs continuity and preparedness team. Here are some…
November 25, 2022 After a disaster, letter carriers and retail associates are welcome faces for weary customers, a hopeful sign that things are returning to normal. But behind the scenes are other employees working tirelessly to help USPS â and the communities it serves â recover. Postal inspectors from the Postal Inspection Service are among…
Tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires, and floods can strike at almost any time, and are just some of the disasters we face each year. These events can generate fear, frustration, and even depression; yet, planning ahead can help response and recovery, and relieve some of the anxiety and stress caused by unexpected events. Effective planning for emergencies…
September 10, 2020 (RISC-WP-20-006) As a vital part of the nationâs emergency response structure, the Postal Service ensures that mail operations â a lifeline for impacted communities needing access to medications and essential items â are restored after an emergency or natural disaster. The Postal Service, and the Post Office Department before it, have supported…
The Postal Employeesâ Relief Fund (PERF) has been designated as the charity to receive contributions from USPS employees in a special solicitation through Oct. 13, giving employees more time to offer aid to co-workers affected by the recent hurricanes. In the wake of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, voluntary donations to PERF can help fellow…
