Emergency Action Plan
What is an Emergency Action Plan?
Written plan that details the procedures for responding to various emergencies.
What is the acronym for operating a fire extinguisher (4 letters)?
P.A.S.S
What does static mean?
Holding the exact same position for extended period of time.
Name 2 Natural Disasters associated with an Emergency Action Plan
Tornado, Hurricane, Earthquake
What are 2 types of emergencies that are outlined in an Emergency Action Plan?
Natural Disasters and Human-Caused (Man Made)
Name 2 examples out of 4 when you should attempt to fight a fire.
-Small Fire
-Clear Evacuation Path
- Correct Extinguisher
- Safe to breathe
Give 2 of the 5 safe lifting steps.
-Stand Close
- Squat down by bending knees
- Firmly Grasp it
- Lift by straightening your legs, keep object close to your body
- Never twist, to turn, pivot or move your feet
Name two Human-Caused Emergencies.
-Fires
- Chemical Spills
- Acts of Hostility
An Emergency Action Plan will tell you to do two things during an emergency, what are they?
Evacuation and Shelter-In-Place
What do the letters in P.A.S.S stand for?
Pull the pin
Aim the nozzle
Squeeze the trigger
Sweep from side to side
In your own words what is Ergonomics?
The science of designing the job or tool to fit you, the worker, instead of forcing your body to fit the job or tool.
What does FPP stand for?
-Fire Prevention Plan
Give an example of what would be identified in a good Fire Prevention Plan?
- Major fire hazards on site
- safe procedures for handling and storing materials
- Potential Ignition sources
What is a Fire Prevention Plan?
A separate plan focused on preventing fires before they start.
Give 2 examples of a Musculoskeletal Disorders
Injuries to your muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints and bones.
What are symptoms of Vibration Syndrome associated with hammer drills, jack hammers and chainsaws
-Numbness and tingling in hands/body
Explain how to safely evacuate a fire?
- Crawl Low
- Check Doors
- Get out Stay out
What are 3 of the 5 letters for fire extinguisher classes?
A,B,C,D and K
Give 3 examples of how Musculoskeletal Disorders occur (How do they happen?).
- Awkward Postures
- Static Posture
- Repetitive Motions - Vibrations
- Cold Temperature
True or False: When involved in a work-place medical emergency you have to pay for the medical bill yourself.
False