Pre-Incident Planning

At Bauer Restoration, we understand that preparation is the key to resilience. Our Pre-Incident Planning (PIP) program is specifically designed to help businesses proactively prepare for potential disasters and emergencies. By identifying risks, establishing response protocols, and documenting critical information in advance, our clients can minimize operational downtime, reduce confusion during crises, and accelerate recovery efforts.

This PIP framework is built upon industry best practices and has been customized to reflect Bauer Restoration’s commitment to rapid response, clear communication, and comprehensive restoration services.

With Bauer Restoration’s PIP program, your business gains peace of mind knowing that you have a trusted partner ready to respond when it matters most.

Risk Assessment

To ensure a thorough understanding of potential risks, we identify and evaluate a range of hazards that could impact operations. These include natural disasters, technological incidents, and human-caused events. Each hazard is assessed based on its likelihood of occurrence and the potential impact on people, property, and business continuity.

  • Natural Disasters: Floods, severe storms and winter weather are common to Minnesota. These are evaluated for seasonal frequency and potential structural or operational disruption.
  • Human-Caused Events: Fire, vandalism, theft or workplace violence. These are evaluated for both internal and external threats, considering building access, security measures, and staff preparedness.

By regularly reviewing these risks and their potential consequences, Bauer Restoration ensures that mitigation strategies and response plans remain relevant, effective, and aligned with evolving threats.

Asset Inventory

  • Critical Infrastructure: Bauer Restoration is a locally owned and operated company, proudly serving our community with rapid emergency response times. Our fleet of fully equipped service vehicles is ready 24/7 to handle any disaster. As an IICRC-certified firm, we uphold the highest industry standards in restoration and cleaning services.


  • Equipment: Bauer Restoration is fully equipped to handle any size commercial loss with speed and efficiency. Our inventory includes over 200 high-velocity air movers and 40 industrial-grade dehumidifiers, ensuring we can respond to even the most extensive water damage events with confidence and capability.

Emergency Contacts

Bauer Restoration guarantees an emergency response time of 90 minutes or less.

  • Internal Contacts:
  • Office & After Hours Call 507-333-9838
  • Mitigation Manager: Jason Long – 612-749-9655 (Primary Contact)
  • Owner: Bruce Bauer – 952-200-3436
  • Project Manager: Jake Kor – 612-250-5533
  • External Contacts: In the event that external assistance is required, the following contacts may be helpful:
  • Asbestos/Lead Testing – Adriel Renovation Tech LLC, 651-354-6739
  • Mold Testing – Holland Solutions Company, 507-381-1618
  • Content Storage/Restoration – Cloud Contents, 763-780-0505
  • Bio-Hazard/Trauma – Bauer Restoration, 507-333-9838

Response Procedures

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  • For each potential incident scenario, Bauer Restoration follows a clearly defined, step-by-step response plan to ensure a safe, efficient, and coordinated recovery process. Jason will serve as the first person on-site and is responsible for initiating the action plan. His duties include:
  1. Assessing the Situation: Jason will evaluate the extent of the damage and identify immediate hazards.
  2. Establishing Site Access: He will determine safe entry points and coordinate access for response teams and equipment.
  3. Debris Management: Jason will identify areas requiring debris removal and oversee the safe and orderly clearing of affected zones.
  4. Defining Work Zones: He will designate specific areas of the building where restoration work will begin, ensuring that operations are organized and prioritized based on severity and safety.
  5. Coordinating with Team Members: Jason will assign roles and responsibilities to team members based on the scenario, ensuring that all personnel are informed and aligned with the response strategy.

This structured approach ensures that every team member knows their role, enabling a fast and effective response tailored to the unique needs of each incident.

Communication Plan

To ensure effective communication during and after an incident, it is essential to identify the primary point of contact and their preferred method of communication—whether by phone call, text message, or email. This ensures timely updates, coordinated response efforts, and a streamlined recovery process.

Review & Update

This plan will be reviewed and revised as needed on an annual basis, or immediately following any significant change or incident, to ensure its continued effectiveness and alignment with current operations and best practices.

Key Elements of the P.I.P Program

  1. Customized Planning: Each plan is tailored for each business’s specific needs through a facility walk-through and consultation.
  2. Priority Response: Members receive a priority response number for faster service during regional disasters.
  3. Cost Benefits: Potential for reduced pricing on equipment and services.
  4. Insurance Coordination: They leverage their experience with insurance to streamline claims.
  5. Business Continuity Focus: The plan is designed to minimize downtime and disruption with a reasonably fast turnover.
  6. Documentation: Action items and decisions are documented in advance to reduce confusion during a crisis. All change orders and upgrades will be documented upon approval. Lien waivers will be provided upon request.