FSpreps

Facilities Services Helps You Prepare

See below for information on furniture fastening and garage door opening

Work order:  x7231, on MyRVM, or Front Desk

From:  Rogue Valley Manor • hillTOPICS • December 2020 – January 2021 • page 2

Don ’t Neglect Earthquake Preps

Do you have heavy items in your home such as tall bookcases, mirrors, artwork, or pictures hanging over your bed? All can be dangerous and cause injuries during an earthquake if not properly secured. Here are some tips from Drew Gilliland, Director of Facility Services.

Bookcases should be secured. Facility Services can do that using strapping that is screwed into the wall. Large items or those higher than four feet above the ground should be prioritized.  Facility Services will cover these costs.

However, other personal items such as antiques may require special straps and additional care so as not to damage the item.

Filling out a work order to Facility Services is your first step. Complete a work order form available at the Manor front desk, go to MyRVM.org to complete the form online, or call Facility Services at Ext. 7231. When the Facility Services technician arrives, be specific about what you want secured.

By Binny Blechman

Meeting Minutes – 11-04-2020 Facilities Advisory Committee Meeting
Bil Meers, Chair

New Business:  4. Garage Doors: During the recent evacuation numerous residents were unable to open their garage doors when the power failed. A work order can be submitted to adjust garage door springs so that doors open quickly when power is out. A longer release rope can also be installed. Drew favors metal doors with battery backup. Doors will be replaced as-needed, depending on the budget. Manor garages: staff must go around and open them for residents in the event of a power failure.