Emergency Action and Fire Plans Flashcards

An alarm system used in an EAP must comply with which OSHA standard?

Answer: 1910.165

The employee alarm system must meet the requirements of 1910.165.

In a facility with multiple emergency signals, the alarm system must be able to do what?

Answer: Be distinctive and recognizable as a signal to evacuate or take action

The alarm must use a distinctive signal for each purpose so employees recognize the required response.

What is the primary goal of an Emergency Action Plan?

Answer: To facilitate and organize employer and employee actions during workplace emergencies

An EAP's purpose is to organize employer and worker actions during emergencies to protect life.

A well-developed EAP should identify how many types of evacuation routes for each area?

Answer: At least two separate escape routes where possible

Best practice is to provide at least two separate escape routes in case one is blocked.

Which employees may be permitted to remain and operate critical operations before they evacuate?

Answer: Those specifically assigned and trained to perform critical shutdown duties

Only employees assigned to critical operations, who are trained to do so, may delay evacuation.

Emergency evacuation floor plans posted in a workplace should clearly show what?

Answer: Exit routes, assembly areas, and location of fire equipment

Posted plans should show exit routes, assembly points, and where fire extinguishers or alarms are located.

How should an EAP address employees with disabilities?

Answer: Include specific procedures to assist their evacuation

Effective EAPs include specific procedures and assistance plans for employees who need help evacuating.