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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN
Program Summary
The American Red Cross recommends that you have a plan and know what to
do in case of an emergency. If commuting to work, make sure you have
alternate supplies such as a disaster supply kit in you vehicle and a compact
kit on public transportation.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RELEASE
Collaborating Agencies responding to disaster recommend
the following actions:
| SHELTER: |
Go inside the nearest building. You
are looking for enclosed protection from the outside. |
| SHUT: |
Close all doors and windows.
The tighter and more complete the seal the better. close as many
windows and doors between the outside and your shelter-in-place room as
possible. Close curtains and then stay away from the windows. |
| LISTEN: |
To radio, TV for public announcements.
Critical instructions and important information will be broadcast.
Cover mouth and nose with a damp cloth or
handkerchief. The damp cloth will help filter airborne
hazards and keep you cool.
Close all vents and turn off ventilation
systems. You want to keep the inside air in and the outside
air out.
When possible, select rooms above ground
level (avoid basements!). Many hazardous materials are
heavier than air, and will settle on lower levels.
Turn off all motors and fans.
Still, non-moving air is best. Turn off anything that creates
wind, generates extra heat, or cold generate sparks.
Remain sheltered until the "All-Clear" signal
is given. |
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