The factors the department will consider in prioritizing grant awards include, but are not limited to:

(1) Total number of employees;

(2) Total number of employees affected;

(3) Whether an employer provides critical goods or services to the affected community;

(4) Level of impact from the disaster (e.g., proximity, degree of exposure, etc.);

(5) Equipment, gear, or capital improvements that are required;

(6) Amount requested.