Emergency Preparedness and Response Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of an Emergency Action Plan as required by OSHA?
Answer: To establish procedures for safe and orderly evacuation during workplace emergencies
An EAP establishes procedures for safe evacuation during workplace emergencies.
What is the assembly point primarily used for during evacuation?
Answer: To account for all personnel and determine if anyone is missing
The assembly point is where supervisors verify all employees evacuated safely through headcounts.
What information should be provided when reporting an emergency to 911?
Answer: Location, nature of emergency, number of victims, hazards present, and callback number
Reports should include location, emergency nature, victim count, hazards, and caller information.
How often should emergency evacuation drills be conducted?
Answer: At least annually with more frequent drills for high-hazard workplaces
Drills should be conducted at least annually with more frequent drills for high-hazard environments.
What is the Incident Command System (ICS)?
Answer: A standardized management structure for coordinating emergency response resources
ICS is a standardized on-scene management structure for effective emergency coordination of any size.
What should a post-emergency debrief include?
Answer: What went well, areas for improvement, updated procedures, and support resources for workers
Thorough debriefs cover successes, improvements, procedure updates, and worker support resources.