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3 Flooding

Answer all the questions as precisely as possible. You can select only one answer for each question. In larger institutions, it is advisable to complete separate questionnaires for different areas where similar conditions apply (e.g. individual buildings, parts of buildings, storage rooms or exhibition areas). Click on “Submit” at the end to receive the assessment.

3.1

Location of the building

Is the building close to a watercourse or sea that is known to be associated with flooding events?

3.2

Location of the building

Is the building located on high ground and is it safe from flooding events?

3.3

Location of the building

Is the building located on low-lying ground?

3.4

Threats

Is the building at risk from surface water?

Surface water refers to water that affects the building as a result of directly adjacent roads, paths or grounds being flooded.

3.5

Threats

Is the building at risk from sewage backup?

3.6

Threats

Is the building at risk from groundwater?

The critical groundwater level must be determined by experts in consultation with the competent authorities.

3.7

Assistance and contact

Do you know what agencies to contact in the event of flooding and do you maintain regular contact with these agencies?

The first point of contact could be the local fire service, the building inspectorate or the local authority.

3.8

Assistance and contact

Did these agencies issue instructions?

3.9

Advance warning

Are you aware of any advance warnings issued for flooding events?

3.10

Flood response plan

Do you have a flood response plan?

3.11

Cooperation

Do you cooperate with assisting organizations to prepare the institution for a flooding event?

The local disaster control authority, the fire service, the Federal Agency for Technical Relief (Technisches Hilfswerk THW), removal firms and storage facilities are organizations that can provide assistance.

3.12

Cooperation

Is there a preparedness network of cultural institutions (museums, archives, libraries) at risk of flooding events in your region?

3.13

Emergency drainage

Does your institution have a plan for removing water from the building and the equipment to do so?

The plan should specify the locations where water could penetrate the building, and how it is to be removed to the outside.

3.14

Emergency power supply

Does your institution have an independent power supply/standby power system?

Security-relevant electrical circuits serve to supply, for example, pumps or alarm systems and are powered by independent power supply systems (often emergency generators or batteries).

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