Emergency Preparedness and Response

Emergency Preparedness and Response

Training Outline Regulatory Requirements Definitions Responsibilities Orientation of Workers Emergency Warden Orientation and Training Requirements for Supervisors Supervising Rescue Operations

Regulatory Requirements

Regulatory Requirements Applicable Regulations Risk assessments done Written policies and procedures implemented Emergency exit routes provided and marked Emergency lighting of workplace and exit routes

Regulatory Requirements Supervisors must inform workers of risk Annual emergency drills Inventory of substances that endanger firefighters/rescuers Provide emergency wash facilities Train workers in fire prevention

Regulatory Requirements Toxic Gases Provide emergency ventilation Provide shutdown and containment Emergency rescue - qualified workers Personal Protective Equipment Maintenance of equipment

Regulatory Requirements Maintain effective communications with rescue and evacuation personnel Any worker assigned to firefighting to be physically fit and trained annually Provide rescue for workers entering a confined space

Regulatory Requirements Written evacuation procedures must include: Notification of workers about an emergency Evacuation of all workers Notification of the fire department Notification of adjacent workplaces

Definitions

Definitions Emergency A present or imminent event Requires prompt coordination or special regulation

Definitions Emergency Supervisory Personnel (Chief Emergency Warden) Supervises emergency response and rescue operations

Definitions Emergency Warden The supervisor or individual who guides workers during an event.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities Employer Manager Emergency Coordinator Supervisor Emergency Warden Worker JHS Committee

Responsibilities - Employer Ensure: emergency risk assessments are conducted and documented emergency evacuation and rescue program is maintained all facilities have accessible exit routes exit routes - marked and have emergency lighting as required

Responsibilities – Employer (cont’d) Ensure: local emergency response plans are in place workers are trained in fire prevention, emergency evacuation and rescue an emergency coordinator is appointed

Responsibilities – Employer (cont’d) Establish policy to designate emergency wardens’ authority

Responsibilities - Managers Recruit emergency wardens Ensure emergency plans posted Assign responsibilities of other emergency personnel Ensure emergency evacuation and rescue risk assessments are completed

Responsibilities – Managers (cont’d) Site specific emergency procedure Emergency hazard identification and risk assessment Communication

Responsibilities – Emergency Coordinator Identify need for emergency response Review and update risk assessments Compile and maintain documentation Secure agreements with outside agencies

Responsibilities – Emergency Coordinator (cont’d) Designate workers to assist disabled individuals Ensure evacuation routes and floor plans are available Template for site specific emergency plans

Responsibilities - Designated Supervisor Emergency policies, procedures and work arrangements Understand and follow emergency procedures Training - fire prevention, emergency evacuation and rescue

Responsibilities - Designated Supervisor (cont’d) Know emergency emergency response and rescue hazards Know how to request emergency evacuation and rescue Be aware of additional resources available

Responsibilities – Emergency Warden Be familiar with emergency program Know names of First aid attendants and location of supplies Assist in new employee emergency orientation

Responsibilities – Emergency Warden (cont’d) Recruit workers Wear designated hardhat and high visibility vest Ensure area is evacuated Ensure assistants are available to help in evacuation

Responsibilities – Emergency Warden (cont’d) Ensure that everyone has left the building Report to Designated Emergency Supervisor on state of evacuation Prevent re-entry of the building

Responsibilities - Workers Provide input into risk assessments Participate in education, training & drills Follow workplace procedures for emergency evacuation and rescue Follow instructions of emergency wardens and emergency supervisory personnel

Responsibilities - Joint Health & Safety Committees Review the effectiveness of drills Make recommendations on possible corrective actions

Risk Assessments and Potential Response and Rescue

Customized Slides Place slides that describe your Program here

Orientation of Workers

Worker Orientation Evacuation Procedures Fire Prevention Use of Fire Extinguishers Summoning and Reporting First Aid

Worker Orientation (cont’d) Evacuation Procedures Emergency Phone Numbers Purpose of the Plan Who is in Charge During an emergency During an evacuation First Aid More Information

Worker Orientation Evacuation Procedures – continued Definitions: Emergency Coordinator Emergency Supervisor Emergency Warden Designated Receptionist First Aid Attendants

Worker Orientation Evacuation Procedures - continued Communications Alarms Worker notification Outside notification

Worker Orientation Evacuation Procedures – continued Securing Equipment Turn off computers Secure laptops Secure cash drawers Shut off kitchen appliances Close doors to record vaults Close but do not lock doors

Worker Orientation Evacuation Procedures Evacuation routes and emergency exits Assembly Areas (Muster Stations) Evacuation Roles and Responsibilities Designated Receptionist Line Managers and Supervisors Emergency Wardens

Worker Orientation Fire Prevention Trash and litter Keep the workplace areas neat and clean Fire alarm pull stations and extinguishers Know how to use fire extinguishers

Worker Orientation Fire Prevention - continued Check extinguishers in your area Store hazardous materials in designated areas Keep exits free of obstructions

Worker Orientation Fire Prevention - continued Smoke only where permitted Keep equipment clean and use it properly Handle flammable liquids with caution Know location of emergency exits and procedures

Worker Orientation Use of Fire Extinguishers Dry chemical extinguishers Foam extinguishers Carbon dioxide extinguishers Water extinguishers

Worker Orientation Summoning and Reporting to First Aid Revise this slide to agree with your Program

Emergency Warden Orientation and Training

Emergency Warden Orientation General Evacuation Activate fire alarm Put on hard hat, high visibility vest Get work site register for roll call

Emergency Warden Orientation Check evacuation route(s) Put hand on exit door to feel for heat Look and smell for smoke

Emergency Warden Orientation Provide evacuation instructions Ensure disabled staff get to areas of refuge Ensure everyone gets out

Emergency Warden Orientation Ensure all doors are closed Place “all clear” tag on doors Leave the building Complete roll call Report to designated person Report anyone missing ALL S PA C E CLEAR BEHIND THIS DOOR The space behind this door is unoccupied. EVACUATION INSTRUCTIONS: Guide all people in a known space to the nearest emergency exit or assembly area, close all windows and doors, and hang this sign on the outside knob for reference by rescue agencies.

Special Responses

Special Responses Spill Response Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Special Responses Earthquake Response Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Special Responses Bomb Threat Response Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Special Responses Adjacent Workplace Hazard Response Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Requirements for Supervisors

Supervisor Responsibilities Reporting incidents Producing documentation Communications Supervising rescue operations Names and Contacts

Supervisor Responsibilities Reporting Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Supervisor Responsibilities Documenting Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Supervisor Responsibilities Communications Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Supervisor Responsibilities Supervising Rescue Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Supervisor Responsibilities Emergency Names and Contacts Complete this overhead once your Program is ready

Summary Why Have a Program WorkSafeBC Requirements Definitions Responsibilities Evacuation Plan Specific Responses Emergency Warden Duties Supervisor Responsibilities

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