Contribute to the implementation of Emergency Procedures

Implementation of Emergency
Procedures

Emergency procedures
Emergency can be unexpected at any time and any where in a
work place
The initial response to any emergency is more effective if people
know what to do.
This also helps avoid irrational behavior
There should be guideline and procedures to follow when an
emergency occurs
Staff should be trained and competent to perform the roles either
as directed by those in charge of the evacuation

RESPONSE TO EMERGENCIES
Initial Response
Emergencies affect people, property and equipment.
It is highly desirable that the initial responses to any emergency be
prepared by “people” rather than a individual.
Action that may contribute to any emergency will depend on good
management practices that will ensure adequate response to the
emergency and evacuation.

What is an emergency?
An emergency is any event which arises internally
or from an external source which may affect the
safety and well being of persons in a building or
the community generally and calls for immediate
response by the occupants.

Major types of emergencies are
Bomb –
Explosion effect, Structural Damage and consequence on people
Fire –
Building/structural/smoke damage/water damage
Natural disaster –
People/ Property/Personal surrounding areas
Biological and Radiation –
Health and safety of persons (Long or Short term)
Gas leak –
Minimize spread
Flooding –
Control and personal risk
Person threat –
Minimize personal danger

The Emergency Evacuation Plan
Should Be:
Simple
Flexible
Written
Disseminated
Tested
Reviewed

Emergency Evacuation Plan
What should we consider:
• Escape routes
• Exit
• Assembly areas
• Search pattern / areas
• Special duties
• Security - personnel
• Type of facility

Emergency Evacuation Plan
Other factors should we consider
People with mobility, intellectual, visual, auditory or sensory
impairment either temporary or permanent who require assistance
during any emergency response
People with diverse cultural and linguists background
People who are injured or suffer from an illness
given
People who are not able to comprehend the instruction
Pregnant Women - Babies and Children

Emergency Evacuation Plan
Communications
Response and cooperation with Emergencies services and
environmental agencies
Response and cooperation with Government agencies
Response and cooperation with Community Groups
Response and cooperation with Service Groups

Planning Initial Response Procedures
When planning emergency procedures you should
determine what action would be necessary
• Identify the need to initiate an emergency response
• Protect employees, customers/ visitors, contractors
• Protect equipment, records and other assets
• Restore the facility to operational function
• Identifying outside assistance and welfare needs
• Lines of communications
There may be a need to consider specific procedures for
situation such as robbery, bomb threats. serve storm

Actions to be taken during emergencies
The order in which action is to be taken would depend on the type of
emergency
The location of assembly point (including the alternate assembly point)
will depend on the emergency
The order will also depend on the instructions of the person in charge of
the evacuation
To evacuate or not to evacuate may depend on guidance from
emergency services
Is partial evacuation an option depending on the type of people being
evacuated also the building which is in use at time of the emergency

Setting up Emergency Evacuation Plans
In developing an emergency plan you may need to
consider
The appropriate escape routes
The appropriate assembly points
The appropriate Emergency Control Organization
Raising the Alarm and notifying people
The strategy for account for everyone
Mobility impaired person and children
Emergency Services access and any special requirements
Movement of traffic in and out of the building/site
The order to evacuation a building / floor / site
Security arrangements and restricted entry

Identify the Resources Required for Immediate
Response
Emergency Control Organization
Evacuation alarms
Communication equipment
Fire Fighting Equipment (including extinguishers – Hose Reels)
Torches
Designated persons identifying equipment e.g. colored hats, caps and
vests
First Aid Equipment
Evacuation equipment for disabled persons

Identify the Resources Required for Immediate
Response
Site plans of services information
Hazardous substance information
Good communication systems
How to operate or raise the alarm
Awareness of the Signals/Alarm System
Staff should know how to communicate with the ECO
Designated persons for specific tasked
Barriers, bollards and signs

Communication codes
The color codes for various Emergencies
Fire and Smoke – RED
Building Evacuation – ORANGE
Internal emergency –YELLOW
Medical Emergency – BLUE
External Emergency – Brown
Bomb Threat – Purple
Personal Threat – Black
Australian Standard AS 3745

Setting up a Emergency Procedures Inspection
Program
Every organization should have a Emergency Procedures
Inspection program in place
Issues to consider are
Egress routes are unobstructed
Hazard Analysis and Register are current
Safety check on equipment and function properly
Safety isolation information for all services is available
Routine Safety inspection are carried out and recorded

Factors that can lead to unnecessary danger
Fire exit doors locked
Poor housekeeping
No emergency evacuation plan
No trained emergency wardens personal
Average number of people in each area
Windows jammed & bars
Highly flammable substances
stored in workplace.
No fire extinguishers
Smoking allowed in workplace

Identify Training Needs
Training needs analyses
Responsibility for training
Who requires Training
When training is to be conducted
Types of training
Staff induction
Contractors
Casual Staff
Shift staff
Emergency control organization
Special personnel
Appropriate Training Providers

Evacuation Debriefing

Evacuation Debriefing Process
People who will be required for a debriefing
after each evacuation
Emergency Control organization (all or part)
People with overall evacuation control or a person
delegated with that responsibility.
Security Personnel
Traffic Controllers
Counselling/support for personnel involved and/or
affected by the emergency

Evacuation Debriefing Process
People who may be required for a debriefing
after each evacuation
Emergency Services Personnel.
Police,
Ambulance Officers
Government authorities
Hazchem specialist
Counselling and support support services

Participation in the Debriefing, Monitoring and
Addressing Deficiencies
Results of debriefing of any emergency evacuation are
documented promptly and appropriately reported to
managers and key personnel including the Stakeholders
Implement a follow-up plan for continuous improvement
including any recommendations in areas identified for
correction action
All recommendations made be reviewed and submitted for
approval and signed off by appropriate person
Issue revised Documentation Procedures/Plans
(including ECO personal where applicable )

Building Code Of Australia
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Australia in regard to Emergency Procedures