Emergency Response Procedures Flashcards
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What is a 'muster point' or 'assembly area' in an evacuation?
Answer: A pre-designated safe location where evacuated people gather to be accounted for
A muster point is a pre-designated safe location away from the building where evacuated individuals gather. This allows for headcounts to ensure everyone has evacuated safely.
What type of fire extinguisher should be used on an electrical fire?
Answer: Carbon dioxide (CO2) or dry chemical (Class C)
Electrical fires (Class C) require non-conductive extinguishing agents like CO2 or dry chemical. Using water on an electrical fire can cause electrocution.
What should a security guard do if they discover a suspicious package?
Answer: Do not touch it, evacuate the area, establish a perimeter, and contact police immediately
A suspicious package should never be touched or moved. The guard should evacuate the immediate area, establish a safety perimeter, and contact police bomb disposal units immediately.
What is the recommended evacuation procedure for a person with a mobility disability?
Answer: Assist them to a designated area of refuge (stairwell landing) and inform emergency responders of their location
Persons with mobility disabilities should be guided to a designated area of refuge (typically a fire-rated stairwell landing) and emergency responders should be notified of their exact location for assisted evacuation.
During a medical emergency, what should a security guard do before providing first aid?
Answer: Ensure scene safety, put on personal protective equipment (PPE), and assess the patient's condition
Before providing first aid, the guard must ensure the scene is safe (no ongoing threats), don PPE (gloves) to prevent infection, and then assess the patient's condition using primary survey techniques.
What is a 'lockdown' procedure?
Answer: Securing all entry and exit points to prevent an active threat from entering occupied areas
A lockdown involves securing all entry and exit points, moving people away from doors and windows, and preventing movement within the building to protect occupants from an active threat (such as an active shooter).