Emergency Response Procedures Flashcards
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What is the 'Incident Command System' (ICS)?
Answer: A standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of emergency response
The Incident Command System is a standardized management approach that provides a clear chain of command, defined roles, and coordinated communication during emergency response operations.
In an active shooter situation, what does the 'Run, Hide, Fight' protocol recommend?
Answer: Run (evacuate if possible), Hide (if you cannot evacuate safely), Fight (as an absolute last resort)
The Run, Hide, Fight protocol recommends: first try to evacuate (Run), if you cannot escape then find a secure hiding place (Hide), and only as an absolute last resort attempt to incapacitate the shooter (Fight).
What information should be included in a security guard's emergency contact list?
Answer: Police, fire, ambulance, poison control, building management, utility companies, and the guard's supervisor
A comprehensive emergency contact list should include all emergency services, utility companies (gas, electric, water), building management, the guard's chain of command, and any specialized response teams.
What is the security guard's role during a natural disaster such as an earthquake?
Answer: Direct evacuation, assist injured persons, perform damage assessment, and coordinate with emergency services
During a natural disaster, the guard's role includes directing safe evacuation, assisting injured persons, performing initial damage assessment, reporting hazards, and coordinating with arriving emergency services.
What is 'shelter-in-place' and when is it used?
Answer: Keeping people inside a building and sealing it against external hazards such as chemical spills or severe weather
Shelter-in-place involves keeping building occupants inside and sealing the building against external hazards. It is used during chemical spills, toxic releases, severe weather, or when evacuation would increase exposure to danger.
What is the purpose of conducting regular emergency drills?
Answer: To test emergency plans, identify weaknesses, familiarize occupants with procedures, and improve response times
Regular drills test the effectiveness of emergency plans, reveal gaps or weaknesses, help occupants learn their roles, and improve overall response times. They ensure everyone knows what to do in a real emergency.