Title: Emergency Planning and Response Policy
Author: Kriko
Published: Jul 5, 2026
Last modified: Aug 13, 2026

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# Emergency Planning and Response Policy

Review Kriko's policy covering emergency preparedness, response procedures, responsibilities
and business continuity practices.

## Purpose

This policy aims to ensure that the Company is prepared to respond effectively to
emergencies and to protect the safety of its employees.

The Company is committed to managing emergency planning, response procedures and
communication in a coordinated and effective manner.

## Emergency Planning

### a. Risk Assessment

The Company appoints a team or committee to identify potential emergency scenarios
and conduct risk assessments.

These assessments must also consider risks specific to remote working arrangements.

### b. Emergency Response Teams

The Company establishes emergency response teams and clearly defines their roles
and responsibilities.

These teams are responsible for implementing the emergency plan, maintaining effective
communication and protecting employee safety.

### c. Emergency Plan

The Company develops and maintains an up-to-date emergency plan.

The plan must address matters such as business continuity, communication protocols,
evacuation procedures, communication tools and emergency resources.

## Response Procedures

### a. Emergency Notification

Employees must immediately report any emergency to their manager or the relevant
emergency response team.

Appropriate communication channels are established to ensure that emergency notifications
are delivered promptly and effectively.

### b. Business Continuity

The Company takes the necessary measures to maintain business continuity during 
emergencies.

Where appropriate, employees may continue performing their duties through the Company’s
remote working infrastructure.

### c. Safety

The Company implements the necessary measures to protect employee safety.

The relevant emergency response teams establish procedures for the safe evacuation
of employees or for sheltering in place, depending on the nature of the emergency.

## Communication

### a. Internal Communication

The Company maintains a communication plan for managing internal communication during
emergencies.

Employees are provided with timely information, instructions and updates regarding
the emergency.

### b. External Communication

The Company manages all external communication relating to emergencies.

Customers, business partners and other relevant stakeholders are informed promptly
where appropriate.

## Improvement and Training

### a. Continuous Improvement

The Company reviews its emergency plan regularly and identifies opportunities for
improvement.

The effectiveness of the plan is evaluated through drills, simulations and feedback.

### b. Training

Employees must be familiar with the emergency plan and participate in relevant training
programmes.

Additional training may be provided to address the specific requirements and risks
associated with remote working.

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