Earthquake Essentials
What are the three main things you should do during an earthquake?
Drop/Duck, Cover, and Hold On
While evacuating the building, should you use the elevators?
No, do not use elevators. Use teh safest stairwell and go down to the safe refuge area
If you are trapped during an emergency, what should you do first?
Stay calm
True or False: You should keep your feet together when lifting objects to prevent back injury?
False
Name two self-care options you can practice at your desk.
Practice good eye screen health, set productivity boundaries, 60-second desk cleanup, stretch, use stand feature on desk if available.
Name three hazards you should quickly move away from during an earthquake inside the building.
Windows, Glass, Free-standing objects such as cabinets, shelves, and hanging objects
Who is in charge during an emergency until the Fire Department arrives?
Fire Safety Director
True or False — Disabled individuals can use elevators during emergencies.
False. Disabled individuals have the option to exit down the stairs slowly with the help of others and/or take shelter inside the stairwell on their floor and wait for the fire department to assist.
Name one cause of back injuries at work.
Lifting objects incorrectly, poor posture, or being physically unfit.
True or False: Crossing your legs at the knee will help reduce strain on your spine when sitting for long hours.
False.
When outside the building during an earthquake, where should you move away from?
Structures, power poles, light posts, and retaining walls that could fall. An open space is best
What should you do immediately if you discover fire or smoke in the building?
Activate the fire alarm immediately. There are manual pull stations located at every stairwell exit and elevator lobbies.
How should your feet be positioned when sitting at your desk in order to prevent injury or muscle strain?
Flat on the floor.
What is “work burnout” and please list one way to help avoid it from happening.
Work burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged or excessive stress in the workplace. Ways to avoid burnout consist of: setting boundaries between work and personal life, prioritizing self-care through sleep and exercise, taking regular breaks and vacations, & finding joy in your work.
True or False — The Levitt Foundation has enough emergency food and water for staff for 3 days.
True
What three things should you do when responding to a head injury—if the person is unconscious and bleeding? You must list 2 out of the 3.
Prevent the head from moving, begin CPR after checking their breathing, press a clean cloth firmly on the wound to stop the bleeding.
How often should you move or adjust your posture while working?
Around every 30 minutes.
The Levitt Foundation is committed to supporting self-care for all employees. Name one example where the Levitt Foundation promotes self-care?
Wellness stipend plan, wellness room, acknowledging celebrations, wellness Wednesday, sit-stand desks, & hybrid schedule + additional remote days
What items should be in a basic disaster supplies kit? You’ll need to answer 3 out of the 4 correctly.
Water, food, flashlight, first aid
True or False — You should induce vomiting if someone swallows a chemical.
False. You should call Poison Control or a doctor for advice.
Name at least three ways to reduce eye irritation from screens.
Take breaks every 20 minutes (look 20 feet away for 20 seconds), screen at arm's length, adjust brightness, use matte screen filter.
What are the four "A’s" of a mental health-friendly workplace?
Awareness, Accommodations, Assistance, Access.