1. What is a BCP?

1.1 The benefits of a BCP

Today, every company needs to be prepared for different types of crisis. Among these, a major chemical accident, with risks for employees, neighboring populations or the company's brand image, is the most likely scenario. Despite all possible preparations to avoid a crisis, there is still a tiny probability that it will occur, with potentially disastrous consequences for the company, ranging from disruption of operations to permanent cessation of activity.

All studies show that companies with a business continuity plan in place are the most resilient to the consequences of a crisis, and few cease trading as a result.

BCP is a legal requirement in some sectors, but for most industrial companies it's just a tool...