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USE EMERGENCY PROCEDURES. EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN. Click the mouse or depress the spacebar to progress step-by-step Use the left arrow key to go back a step. What is an Emergency?. An emergency is a serious situation that happens unexpectedly and demands immediate action.
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USE EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCYACTION PLAN
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What is an Emergency? An emergency is a serious situation that happens unexpectedly and demands immediate action
What kinds of emergencies could happen at work? Although management is diligent about safety, there are situations that could arise that would require your immediate action.
What kinds of emergencies could happen at work? Fire Earthquake Chemical Leaks Medical Emergencies
What action should I take? Your immediate safety, and the safety of your co-workers is our number one priority. Each of these situations requires specific actions to minimize the potential dangers. We will address each situation individually.
FIREWhat you need to know If you encounter a fire, you need to know these important facts: A fire can spread rapidly, so every second counts. Act Immediately! The fire is a serious hazard, but the smoke can contain deadly vapors and chemical mixtures. Smoke will rise and usually the safest area is on the floor. When heavy smoke is present, exit signs and doors can often be hidden.
FIREWhat to Do DO THIS: Remain calm Alert others about the fire: Tell co-workers in the area Notify your supervisor. If you can’t locate your supervisor immediately, call Security Walk, DO NOT RUN, to the nearest exit
FIREWhat to Do DO THIS: Go immediately to your department’s assigned Assembly Point Report to your Evacuation Warden Do not leave the Assembly Point without notifying your Evacuation Warden
FIREWhat If . . . You are caught in smoke? Drop to your hands and knees, keeping your face as close to the floor as possible Breathe through your nose as shallowly as possible
FIREWhat If . . . You are forced to advance through flames? Hold your breath, move quickly and cover your head/hair with some type of material (i.e., jacket, shirt) Keep your head down and your eyes closed (as much as possible)
FIREWhat If . . . You become trapped? If possible, seek refuge in an office or room Call security and give them your location Stuff clothing, or whatever cloth material you can find, in cracks around the door Wet the cloth with whatever water is available
FIREWhat If . . . Your clothing catches on fire? STOP DROPand ROLL!
EARTHQUAKESWhat you need to know If an earthquake occurs, you need to know these important facts: After the earthquake there will be “aftershocks”. Some aftershocks can be almost as violent as the initial earthquake. They can be felt for a period of days, weeks,and even months after the initial quake.
EARTHQUAKESWhat you need to know Buildings may have received structural damage in the initial quake that may not be immediately apparent but may become evident with aftershock activity Damaged utitlities, i.e., power lines, gas lines, and water lines may be present in evacuation pathways. BE CAREFUL!
EARTHQUAKESWhat you need to know Most injuries result from: Falling ceiling tiles and/or light fixtures Falling plaster and/or bricks Collapsing walls Toppling furniture Falling power lines Fire resulting from broken gas lines and/or spillage of flammable liquids
EARTHQUAKESWhat you need to know Since most deaths are caused by falling debris, remember to remain inside the building until after the tremor stops.
EARTHQUAKESWhat to Do DO THIS: Remain calm—DO NOT PANIC! Think through the consequences of any further actions you are about to take Act quickly—DO NOT RUN! Move away from windows or glass partitions Move away from hazardous chemicals or overhead shelves
EARTHQUAKESWhat to Do DO THIS: Take cover Whenever possible, get completely under a sturdy object. . . . Or Move to an inside doorway Brace yourself under the doorway by leaning against one side, while holding onto the other side . . .. . . Or Drop to the floor (on your knees) Cover the back of your head and neck with your arms
EARTHQUAKES What to Do DO THIS: Stay Put Remain in your “take cover” position for a few minutes or until you are sure the shaking has stopped. Be prepared to take cover again during an aftershock DO NOT RUSH OUTSIDE! The greatest danger will be just outside the building where debris will land.
EARTHQUAKES What to Do DO THIS: When safe to do so, evacuate to your Assembly Point Be aware of power lines and gas leaks DO NOT USE: Matches Cigarettes Electrical Switches Create any spark
EARTHQUAKES Conditions Should an earthquake of large magnitude strike, we can anticipate the following: Structural Damage Injuries (possibly deaths) Disruption of Vital Services Delay in Public Emergency Response Impassible Streets
EARTHQUAKES Conditions It is essential that you report in to your Evacuation Warden or the Command Post before leaving the facility
CHEMICAL SPILLSWhat you need to know If you encounter a chemical leak, you need to know these important facts: Not all chemical leaks can be detected by smell or sight. The only indication you may have is that you “just don’t feel right.”
CHEMICAL SPILLSWhat you need to know Chemical leaks need to be handled by people who have been trained in Hazardous Materials Spill techniques.
CHEMICAL SPILLSWhat you need to know Some hazardous chemicals are highly flammable. NEVER smoke near any chemicals.
CHEMICAL SPILLSWhat you need to know Hazardous chemicals can create vapor clouds that can travel throughout the plant. For this reason, you may be asked to evacuate even though the spill may not be in your work area
CHEMICAL LEAKWhat to Do DO THIS: Remain calm. DO NOT ATTEMPT to handle the spill if you are not authorized to do so.
CHEMICAL LEAKWhat to Do DO THIS: Alert others about the leak/spill: Tell co-workers in the area Notify your supervisor. If you can’t locate your supervisor immediately, call Security
CHEMICAL LEAKWhat to Do DO THIS: If your supervisor (or security) tells you to evacuate the area, you should: Walk, DO NOT RUN, to the nearest exit Go immediately to your department’s assigned Assembly Point Report in to your Evacuation Warden DO NOT LEAVE the Assembly Point without notifying your Evacuation Warden
MEDICAL EMERGENCYWhat Is It? If you or a co-worker . . . Can’t breathe Is unconscious Is bleeding heavily Has been hit on the head Is dizzy, disoriented Is unable to walk, talk or move
MEDICAL EMERGENCYWhat Is It? If you or a co-worker . . . Is caught in/under machinery and/or equipment Has been punctured or impaled Is burned on face, hands, or genital area Has an eye injury
MEDICAL EMERGENCYWhat to Do DO THIS: Call for help Call out for any person nearby to help with notifying a supervisor. If you are alone with the victim, you may need to leave him/her long enough to get help. CALL 911 ASAP.
MEDICAL EMERGENCYWhat to Do Check for breathing If the victim is not breathing, and you know CPR, begin CPR. If you don’t know CPR, stay with the victim until help arrives
MEDICAL EMERGENCYWhat to Do DO THIS: Stop bleeding (if trained in blood borne pathogens) If victim is bleeding, put direct pressure over the wound to stop the flow of blood. Keep pressure on until help arrives. If not trained and certified, DO NOT TOUCH ANY BODY FLUIDS. DO NOT MOVE the victim if they have been impaled or crushed in/under equipment, this emergency will require you to call 911. When in doubt, get medical aid quickly You may dial 911 or you may call Security and give them the information. Security will then call 911 for medical response.
EVACUATIONWhat you need to know Each employee is assigned to an Evacuation Warden Your Evacuation Warden will make sure you are notified in case of an emergency and will account for your presence at the Assembly Point.
EVACUATIONWhat you need to know It is important to count every employee so that rescue efforts can be made for those who are missing.
EVACUATIONWhat you need to know Firefighters may needlessly put their lives at risk to “rescue” someone who is safe, but did not report to their Evacuation Warden.
EVACUATIONWhat you need to know Many things will be considered while you are evacuating to your Assembly Point. You may be asked to evacuate further to a safer location. At the new location another roll will be taken to ensure that all employees are accounted for
EVACUATIONWhat you need to know For this reason, you need to stay with your department If you are concerned about friends or relatives working at the plant, your Evacuation Warden can inquire about them by radio.
EVACUATIONPROCEDURE Your supervisor will assign you to an Evacuation Warden and show you the evacuation routes and Assembly Points.
EVACUATIONPROCEDURE There will be periodic drills to help you learn the necessary procedures for evacuation. Please consider these drills to be as important as the “real thing”
EVACUATIONPROCEDURE Remember: DRILLS ARE YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO PRACTICE STAYING ALIVE!
Still Have Questions?Speak with your Company’s Safety Coordinator
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