Room Safety
All of these factors play into room safety EXCEPT:
- Cleanliness
- Lighting
- Unobstructed Walkways
- Aesthetics
What is Aesthetics? As long as your space is clean and organized, it can be arranged and decorated however it makes you feel most at home!
Is it safe to assume an alarm is a drill?
What is NO! Never assume the alarm is “just a drill” Treat all emergency situations seriously.
Which of the following is NOT involved in emergency safety?
- Preparedness
- Emergency Procedures
- Essential Supplies
- Having a snack
What is having a snack?
True or False: Room safety practices can help in case of an emergency as well as help daily personal safety practices.
True! It is an expectation of all residents, with the help of family, friends and Chuckanut Ridge Staff to maintain clean rooms free of hazards. Your room is your personal safety zone.
What do we use to aid with mobility?
What are mobility devices, such as walkers, wheelchairs and scooters.
Why is it so important to keep walkways clear?
What is reducing fall risk? Keeping walkways clear also helps staff and medical personnel if they need to come in to help!
True or False: Chuckanut Ridge does not have any sprinkler systems.
What is False! Chuckanut Ridge is fully equipped with fire sprinklers for fire safety.
What procedure should you follow in the event of an earthquake?
What is Drop, Cover, and Hold On?
During a fire alarm, what should you do?
What is, remain calm, stay put behind closed fire doors and await further instructions.
True or False: Dim or poorly lit spaces are a falling hazard.
What is True?
What are items that should be kept near your bedside or within easy access?
Many answers work here!
Great examples are: Personal Emergency Device, Phone, Glasses, Hearing Aid, Water, Mobility Aid, Lamp or Light Source
True or False: Fire drills are intended to scare you, so you can feel less nervous when it isn't a drill.
What is False? Fire drills are not intended to scare residents, its practice. Drills help people learn:
What do we rely on for electricity during a power outage?
What is the generator?
What is the number one rule in any emergency situation?
What is, STAY CALM?
True or False: Regular exercise and movement can increase your likelihood of a fall.
What is False! Regular exercise and movement increase your strength and balance, and can diminish the risk of serious injury in a fall!
True or False: It is OK to use damaged electrical cords!
False! Please avoid using damaged cords or cords with exposed wires.
True or False: In case of fire, you should exit the building and go to the sidewalk to wait for further instructions.
What is False? In case of fire,
Stop what you're doing.
Remain calm.
Wait for instructions from staff.
Shelter in place.
What should you do if you discover a water leak?
What is report it to staff right away?
Name three emergency supply items that are good to keep in case of an emergency.
What is...
- Flashlight or Battery Lantern
Extra Batteries
Water Bottle(s)
Non-Perishable Food Items
Warm Blanket
Whistle
Personal Hygiene Items
Medication
True or False: If you are able to walk around an obstacle, it does not need to be moved.
What is False! If you must walk around an obstacle, or cautiously avoid it, the item should not be kept there.
Which animal’s pee smells like buttered popcorn?
What is The binturong (bearcat)?
Which taste can cats not detect?
What is Sweetness?
Which famous composer would meow like a cat for fun?
Who is Mozart?
Which country lost a war against emus in 1932?
What is Australia (the Emu War)?
Which French emperor was attacked by rabbits?
Who is Napoleon Bonaparte?