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Risk Management Services
Emergency Preparedness
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Types of Emergency
• Earthquakes
• Hurricanes
• Tornadoes
• Energy/utility outages
• Fire hazards
• Hazardous materials releases
• Terrorism
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Definitions: Floods
• Flood Watch
Flooding is possible. Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio,
commercial radio, or television for information.
• Flash Flood Watch
Flash flooding is possible. Be prepared to move to higher
ground; listen to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial
radio, or television for information.
• Flood Warning
Flooding is occurring or will occur soon; if advised to
evacuate, do so immediately.
• Flash Flood Warning
A flash flood is occurring; seek higher ground on foot
immediately.
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Definitions: Tornadoes
• Tornado Watch
Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for approaching
storms. Watch the sky and stay tuned to NOAA
Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for
information.
• Tornado Warning
A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather
radar. Take shelter immediately.
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Definitions: Hurricanes
• Tropical Depression
An organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a
defined surface circulation and maximum sustained winds of
38 MPH (33 knots) or less. Sustained winds are defined as
one-minute average wind measured at about 33 ft (10 meters)
above the surface.
• Tropical Storm
An organized system of strong thunderstorms with a defined
surface circulation and maximum sustained winds of 39–73
MPH (34–63 knots).
• Hurricane
An intense tropical weather system of strong thunderstorms
with a well-defined surface circulation and maximum
sustained winds of 74 MPH (64 knots) or higher.
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Definitions: Hurricanes (cont’d)
• Hurricane/Tropical Storm Watch
Hurricane/tropical storm conditions are possible in the specified
area, usually within 36 hours. Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio,
commercial radio, or television for information.
• Hurricane/Tropical Storm Warning
Hurricane/tropical storm conditions are expected in the specified
area, usually within 24 hours.
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Definitions: Earthquakes
• Earthquake
A sudden slipping or movement of a portion of the earth’s
crust, accompanied and followed by a series of vibrations.
• Aftershock
An earthquake of similar or lesser intensity that follows the
main earthquake.
• Magnitude
The amount of energy released during an earthquake, which
is computed from the amplitude of the seismic waves. A
magnitude of 7.0 on the Richter Scale indicates an
extremely strong earthquake.
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Thunderstorms
• Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Tells you when and where severe thunderstorms are likely to
occur. Watch the sky and stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio,
commercial radio, or television for information.
• Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Issued when severe weather has been reported by spotters or
indicated by radar. Warnings indicate imminent danger to life
and property to those in the path of the storm.
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Winter/Ice storms
• Freezing Rain
Rain that freezes when it hits the ground, creating a coating of ice on
roads, walkways, trees, and power lines.
• Sleet
Rain that turns to ice pellets before reaching the ground. Sleet also
causes moisture on roads to freeze and become slippery.
• Winter Storm Watch
A winter storm is possible in your area. Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio,
commercial radio, or television for more information.
• Winter Storm Warning
A winter storm is occurring or will soon occur in your area.
• Blizzard Warning
Sustained winds or frequent gusts to 35 miles per hour or greater and
considerable amounts of falling or blowing snow (reducing visibility) are
expected to prevail for a period of three hours or longer.
• Frost/Freeze Warning
Below freezing temperatures are expected.
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Biological Threats
• A biological attack is a release of germs or other biological
substances. Many agents must be inhaled, enter through a cut in
the skin or be eaten to make you sick. Some biological agents can
cause contagious diseases, others do not.
Chemical Threats
• A chemical attack is the deliberate release of a toxic gas, liquid or
solid that can poison people and the environment.
• Chemical spills can also wreak havoc on the environment.
Nuclear Threats
• Take cover immediately, below ground if possible, though any
shield or shelter will help protect you from the immediate effects of
the blast and the pressure wave.
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Workplace Emergency
Reporting and alerting emergencies
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Employees must know how to report
emergencies.
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"911" is a common method for
reporting emergencies if external
emergency personnel are used at
your workplace.
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Emergency Preparedness
Essential elements of emergency preparedness planning:
• Identify hazards and assess risk.
• Assess capabilities and resources.
• Develop an emergency plan and procedures.
• Integrate the plan with the community plan.
• Conduct training.
• Public relations.
• Conduct Drills and Exercises.
• Develop Plan Audit Procedures.
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Incident Command System
INCIDENT COMMANDER
SAFETY
INFORMATION
LIAISON
OPERATIONS
PLANNING
LOGISTICS
FINANCE/
ADMINISTRATION
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Emergency Response and Preparedness
Medical Procedures:
Training:
 Ensure medical personnel
is available for
consultation and advice on
occupational health
matters.
 Provide suitable facilities
for quick drenching and
flushing of the eye.
 In the absence of readily
accessible medical services,
locate and use a person
with a valid certificate in
first aid training.
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Emergency Response and Preparedness
Employee Action Plan Procedures:
 Prepare and implement a written
action plan that includes:
• Emergency escape
procedures.
• Procedures for those who
remain to conduct critical
operations.
• Means of reporting fires and
emergencies.
• Procedures to account for
employees after the
emergency.
Training:
 Review emergency action plan
with each employee when the
plan is developed, responsibilities
shift, or the emergency
procedures change.
 Provide specific training to
employees who are expected to
assist in evacuation.
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Emergency Response and Preparedness
Means of Egress Procedures:
 Maintain unobstructed egress
from every building and
structure where employees
are working.
 Mark all exits with signs and
mark access to exits where it
is not immediately apparent
how to exit.
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Fires
• Teach employees to stay low to the floor (where the air is
safer in a fire) when escaping from a fire.
• Clean out storage areas. Do not let trash, such as old
newspapers and magazines, accumulate.
• Review escape routes. Practice escaping from each room.
• Make sure windows are not nailed or painted shut. Make
sure security gratings on windows have a fire safety
opening feature so they can be easily opened from the
inside.
• Consider escape ladders if residence has more than one
level, and ensure that burglar bars and other antitheft
mechanisms that block outside window entry are easily
opened from the inside.
• Ensure your plan covers employees with disabilities.
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Emergency Response and Preparedness
 Fire protection and
prevention
Procedures:
– Develop fire protection
program
– Provide fire extinguishers
and other firefighting
equipment
Training:
– If a fire brigade is necessary,
adequately train them.
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Emergency Response and Preparedness
 Highly Hazardous chemicals
 HazWoper – Emergency
response to hazardous
substance releases
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Emergency Response and Preparedness
 Excavations: Emergency
Plans
Procedures:
– Provide emergency rescue
equipment when an
excavation contains or
potentially contains a
hazardous atmosphere.
– Ensure that person(s) attend
the equipment in case of
emergency.
– Provide and ensure the use
of a safety harness and
lifeline when employee(s)
perform work in bell-bottom
pier holes or similar deep
and confined footing
excavations.
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Emergency Response and Preparedness
 Hazardous Chemicals: Gases, vapors, fumes, dust, and
mists
Procedures:
– Ensure that employee exposures do not exceed the limits
provided by the M.S.D.S.
– Exposures should be limited through engineering controls,
administrative controls, and as a last resort, PPE.
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Emergency Response and Preparedness
 Personal Protection
Equipment (PPE)
 Criteria for PPE
Procedures:
– Provide and ensure the use
and maintenance of
appropriate PPE for site
operations and hazards.
– Ensure any employeeowned equipment is
adequately and properly
maintained.
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On-line Disaster Planning tool – DPLAN.ORG
FREE to Non-Profits
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Your Preparedness Role at Home
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Create a Household Emergency Plan.
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Plan escape routes.
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Locate the best shelter-in-place rooms in your home.
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Know how to properly shut off utilities.
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Develop a Family Communications Plan.
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Select a trusted friend or relative outside of your geographic area to contact in case
local phone lines are unavailable, or you are separated from family members.
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Write down and post emergency contact numbers.
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Make photocopies of vital documents. Keep original documents in a safe deposit
box, place one copy in a safe location in your home, and give the second copy to an
out-of-town friend or relative.
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Create Household and Pet Disaster Kits (water, food, first-aid supplies, medications,
radio (crank or battery), flashlight, extra batteries, blankets, pillows,
veterinary/shelter numbers, etc.).
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Get involved in community preparedness efforts.
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Emergency Supplies
Water
• One gallon of water per person per day, for drinking and
sanitation (basic hygiene).
• Keep at least a three-day supply of water per person.
• Warm-weather climates, nursing/pregnant women,
children, and elderly may require more water.
Food
• Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food.
• Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or
cooking and little or no water.
• Pack a manual can opener and eating utensils.
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Non-Perishable Foods
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Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables
Protein or fruit bars
Dry cereal or granola
Peanut butter
Dried fruit & Nuts
Crackers
Canned juices
Non-perishable pasteurized milk
High energy foods
Vitamins
Food for infants
Comfort/stress foods
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First Aid Kits
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Two pairs of sterile gloves.
Sterile dressings to stop bleeding.
Cleansing agent/soap and antibiotic wipes to disinfect.
Antibiotic ointment to prevent infection.
Burn ointment to prevent infection.
Adhesive bandages in a variety of sizes.
Eye wash solution to flush the eyes or as general decontaminant.
Thermometer, Scissors, Tweezers
Prescription medications you take every day such as insulin, heart
medicine and asthma inhalers. You should periodically rotate medicines to
account for expiration dates.
Prescribed medical supplies such as glucose and blood pressure
monitoring equipment and supplies.
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Other Items
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Cell Phone
Sun block
Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
Anti-diarrhea medication
Laxative
Antacid (for upset stomach)
Battery-powered radio
Flashlight & Batteries
Face mask
Unique family needs (diapers, prescriptions, family documents)
Garbage bags and plastic ties (sanitation)
Wrench/pliers to turn off utilities
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General Purpose Supplies
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Fire extinguisher
Clothing and bedding
Camping supplies (tent, sleeping bag)
Matches/flares
Household bleach
Extra pair of glasses/contact lenses
Special needs items
Pet food/supplies
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Evacuation vs. Shelter-in-place
• Depending on your circumstances and the
nature of the attack, the first important decision
is whether you stay put or get away. You
should understand and plan for both
possibilities.
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Evacuation Planning
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Listen to radio/TV for evacuation orders and plans.
Plan places where your family will meet, both within and outside of
your immediate neighborhood.
If you have a car, keep a half tank of gas in it at all times in case
you need to evacuate.
Become familiar with alternate routes and other means of
transportation out of your area. If you do not have a car, plan how
you will leave if you have to.
Take your emergency supply kit unless you have reason to believe
it has been contaminated.
Lock the door behind you.
Take your pets with you, but understand that only service animals
may be permitted in public shelters. Plan how you will care for your
pets in an emergency.
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Reacting to an Incident – Telephoned Bomb Threat
 When receiving a bomb threat DO NOT hang up. Take all threats seriously. Stay
calm and take notes.
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The exact location of the bomb
The source of the threat
What time the bomb will explode
Background noises that could help identify the caller’s location
Characteristics of the caller’s voice (gender, age and/or accent)
 Dial *57 immediately to trace the call on many telephone systems. Listen for
confirmation and hang up. The number of the last call will be reported to the local
telephone company.
 Call 911. Pass on all information to the police.
 Do not activate the fire alarm, this may trigger the bomb. Listen and follow
instructions on how to evacuate.
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Summary
A little Emergency Preparation goes a long way
in the event of an emergency.
Those who fail to plan, plan to fail!
Identify
Hazards/Risks
Monitor/
Supervise/
Evaluate
Determine
Control Plan
Implement
Controls
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Questions?
Contact Information
C. G. Lawrence, III, MS, CSP, REM, ARM-P
Chief Loss Control & Safety Officer
(404) 657-4457
[email protected]
Ted Low, Jr., CSP, ARM-P
Chief Loss Control & Safety Officer
(404) 463-6309
[email protected]
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