This document outlines the importance of having a crisis communications plan and social media policy for companies. It provides details on several key aspects of preparing for and handling a crisis, including: - Developing a hierarchy and list of designated spokespeople - Creating an employee meeting and approval process for responses - Having a plan for gathering facts of the crisis and determining the appropriate response - Using consistent messaging across press conferences, releases and social media channels to control the narrative - Monitoring all potential online and social media channels for comments and rumors The document emphasizes taking control of the story and message, while also being truthful, in order to minimize negative impacts and move towards solutions during a crisis situation.