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Emergency Preparedness

On July 11, 2015 in Safety News

Have you ever been the first one on the scene at an accident or been working next to someone who suffered a traumatic injury at work? Did you know what to do?

The moment an emergency occurs can be a stressful time and the desire to help in a hurry can mysteriously "fog" your brain. This is why it is so important to review the basics of emergency response for each work site.

How do you contact emergency services?
Where is the nearest fire extinguisher?
How do you use a fire extinguisher?
Where is the nearest exit?
Where is the nearest Muster Point?
Who knows how to perform CPR?
What are the signs of a stroke?
What are the signs of a heart attack?
What do you do if power is suddenly lost?
What do you do if a tornado warning is issued?
Where is the nearest first aid kit?

These are just a few things that we should know while at our work site. We aren't all necessarily first responders, but we can certainly help and may be called upon to do so if a co-worker suffers a traumatic event.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

In an Emergency seconds count

It is important to review the types of emergencies that could happen on each of our work sites and to prepare (by practicing drills) with all crew members prior to an actual event.

Following are important components of an effective EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN.

Get to know your site, building or structure. Review floor plans that identify emergency exits, emergency equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers, hoses, standpipes, pull stations, etc.). This plan should be posted in obvious areas and show evacuation routes as well as meeting points.
Discuss what types of emergencies you might expect on your work site, such as fire, environmental release, man down, and working at heights rescue.
Know where emergency phone numbers are posted. Numbers should be posted near telephones.
Know who has responsibility during emergencies. Who is assigned to contact emergency personnel, first aid responders, fire brigades and a cleanup team?
Practice the emergency procedures (drills) to ensure their effectiveness.
Remember that emergency procedures must be updated whenever there is a change in the operation, hazardous exposures, and physical layout or if new employees are working in the location. Weekly safety meetings are a good time for review.

Knowing and practicing the emergency plan can mean the difference between quick correct action and the wrong action. Your safety and the safety of all employees depends on taking the RIGHT action!

By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail