What is the acronym for what to do in a fire?
RACE
R. Rescue
A. Alarm
C. Contain
E. Extinguish/Evacuate
Should you have residents near windows during a tornado?
No. You should stay away from windows, outside walls, and doors.
What are the 3 things you need to do during an Earthquake?
DROP
COVER
HOLD ON
True or False
Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the U.S.?
TRUE!
More than 140 flashfloods occur each year
What natural disasters will Kings be most likely to deal with?
Flood, Tornado, Thunderstorm, or Earthquake
What is the acronym for what to do with the fire extinguisher?
P.A.S.S.
P. Pull
A. Aim
S. Squeeze
S. Sweep
If a resident is going to remain in the bed during a tornado, what are the 2 things you could do to protect this resident?
1. Place covering over them
2. Move resident bed away from the window and if possible, in the hallway.
For residents in wheelchairs, what should you do to protect this resident during an earthquake?
Lock the wheels and protect back of the head
What should you do if flooding is imminent?
1. Turn off main gas valves, unplug appliances and electronics
2. Move furniture and important belongings above ground level
3. Shut off eletricity ONLY if flooding has not yet begun
Where are the Pull Stations located for a fire?
At every exterior door
During a fire, should resident doors be open or closed?
Closed
What is the difference in a watch and a warning?
A watch means the conditions are likely to occur. A warning means people should take action now.
For residents in bed, what should you do to protect this resident during an earthquake?
Protect head with pillow and move any objects that could potentially fall away from resident.
In the event of a disaster, where is the emergency water located at Kings?
Clean linen rooms on each side of the building!
Name the "Codes" Kings uses
Code Red – Fire/Explosion
Code Blue – Cardiac/Respiratory Arrest
Code Black – Bomb Threat
Code Yellow – Fall/Need Assistance
Code Grey – Combative Person
Code Silver – Active Shooter/Hostage Situation
Code Orange – Hazmat Incident
Code Green – Activate Disaster Plan
Code Brown – Severe Weather
Code Walker – Elopement/Missing Resident