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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MANUAL - Department of Health

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CODE BLACK<br />

IMMEDIATE ACTIONS IF CONFRONTED<br />

• Remember that your own safety is paramount.<br />

• Remain calm.<br />

• Do not make any sudden movements.<br />

• Converse and answer questions courteously. Do only what is told, nothing more.<br />

• Hand over valuables, drugs or cash if ordered.<br />

• Take particular note <strong>of</strong> appearance, clothing, age and identifying marks.<br />

• Immediately notify SWITCHBOARD:<br />

Call Switchboard on 2444 and advise:<br />

• Type <strong>of</strong> emergency (CODE<br />

BLACK)<br />

• Exact location<br />

• If assailant flees, take notes <strong>of</strong> routes taken, vehicle details and all other pertinent<br />

information.<br />

• Brief Deputy Co-ordinator and Security Officer on arrival.<br />

• Report to Emergency Co-Ordination Centre if requested for Police Interview.<br />

• Await further instructions.<br />

DO NOT discuss details with others prior to Police Interview.<br />

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