BALANGA CITY — SM City Bataan on Thursday conducted an earthquake drill in an ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety of its customers, employees, and surrounding communities here.
Paula Erika Gayeta, SM City Bataan public relations officer, said the drill was in participation to the nationwide simultaneous earthquake drill led by the National Disaster and Risk Reduction and Management Council.
“It aims to enhance the preparedness and response capabilities of employees, tenants and customers in the event of a seismic disaster. With its proactive approach, SM City Bataan sets a remarkable example of responsible corporate citizenship and emergency management,” Gayeta added.
She said that this was in line with SM Supermalls’ continuous education and awareness drive for its frontliners and partners on natural and man-made calamities.
“Recognizing the importance of being well-prepared for unforeseen emergencies, SM City Bataan emphasizes the significance of early warning systems, effective evacuation procedures, and post-incident response measures,” Gayeta said.
The activity, she said, provided an opportunity for employees to familiarize themselves with the appropriate actions to take in case of an earthquake and also educated front liners and tenants about safety protocols.
