NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Businesses across Tennessee now have access to a free online program designed to help them prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies before they strike.

The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency recently launched the ReadyTN Business Program, a self-directed, four-week online course that teaches business owners essential emergency preparedness skills.

"What we're encouraging them to do through the ReadyTN Business Program, is to take those small steps to make that ‘what if’ a little less scary," said Kate Amaral, the non-governmental partnerships manager for the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency.

The program requires about an hour per week to complete and covers critical topics including proper storage of important documents, designating safe shel

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