HighRise Hotel Emergency Operations(1)

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Suggested Guidelines for preparing your Fire Safety/Emergency Operations Plan

HIGH-RISE HOTEL EMERGENCY OPERATING

PROCEDURESFOR

(BUILDING NAME)

(BUILDING ADDRESS)

CLAYTON, MISSOURI 63105

PREPARED BY:___________________

TITLE:___________________

REVIEWED BY:___________________TITLE:___________________

FIRE DEPARTMENT APPROVAL BY:___________________

TITLE:___________________

EFFECTIVE DATE:___________________

REVISED DATE:___________________


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READ THE TEXT BELOW. FILL IN THE APPROPRIATE INFORMATION

WHERE REQUIRED AND DELETE THE ITALICIZED PORTIONS AFTER

YOU HAVE COMPLETED YOUR PLAN.

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this manual/tenant guide is to familiarize staff/employees with policiesand procedures related to building operations and emergency operations, assignresponsibilities and prescribe procedures to protect and safeguard guests, visitors,employees and property at (YOUR BUILDING NAME) in the event of fire or otheremergency that may occur.

YOU MAY WISH TO EXPAND ON THIS SECTION.

SCOPE:The provisions of this manual/guide are applicable to all departments, divisions andpersonnel who work, reside or that may be a visitor within the (YOUR BUILDING

NAME) at (YOUR BUILDING ADDRESS) during the time of an emergency.

YOU MAY WISH TO EXPAND ON THIS SECTION.

SAFETY PLAN FORMAT

Emergencies of various nature will be dealt with in the forthcoming pages, some of which

require key personnel to be assigned specific duties.

YOUR GUIDE SHOULD FOLLOW A LOGICAL FORMAT THAT IS EASY TO

REMEMBER AND CAN EASILY BE REFERRED TO IN THE EVENT OF AN

EMERGENCY.

1. CONTENTS OF THE PLAN

LIST THE CONTENTS OF YOUR PLAN. THE PLAN MUST INCLUDE A FIRE

EVACUATION PLAN, FIRE SAFETY PLAN AND AN EMERGENCY OPERATIONS

PLAN. YOU WILL ADDRESS EACH ITEM BELOW IN SECTION (FIRE)

PROVIDING INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO YOUR BUILDING.

The fire evacuation plans include:

Emergency egress routes

Procedures for employees who must remain to operate critical equipment before

evacuating

Procedures for accounting for occupants after evacuation

Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for rescue or emergency

medical aid

Means for notifying occupants and employees of a fire or emergency

Means for reporting fire or other emergencies to the fire department

Identification and assignment of personnel for emergency contacts


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A description of the emergency voice/alarm communication system alert tone and

preprogrammed voice messages


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The fire safety plans include:

The procedure for reporting a fire or other emergency

Site plans indicating the following:

Occupancy assembly point

Locations of fire hydrants

Normal routes of fire department vehicle access.

Floor plans identifying the locations of the following:

Exits

Primary evacuation routes

Secondary evacuation routes

Accessible egress routes

Areas of refuge

Manual fire alarm boxes

Portable fire extinguishers

Fire alarm annunciators and controls.

A list of major fire hazards associated with the normal use and occupancy of thepremises, including maintenance and housekeeping procedures.

Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for maintenance of

systems and equipment installed to prevent or control fires.

Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for maintenance,

housekeeping and controlling fuel hazard sources.

The emergency operations plan will address emergencies other than fire emergencies.

2. DISTRIBUTION OF THE SAFETY PLAN

DESCRIBE HOW THIS PLAN WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO THE APPROPRIATE

PERSONS. THE FIRE SAFETY AND EVACUATION PLANS MUST BEDISTRIBUTED TO ALL TENANTS AND THEIR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES

MUST RECEIVE TRAINING IN THE CONTENTS OF FIRE SAFETY AND

EVACUATION PLANS IN NEW EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION AND AT LEAST

ANNUALLY THEREAFTER. EMPLOYEES MUST BE TRAINED IN FIRE

PREVENTION, EVACUATION AND FIRE SAFETY. ALL TRAINING SHOULD BE

DOCUMENTED IN A TRAINING LOG BOOK.

3. INTRODUCTION and GENERAL COMMENTS

YOU DEPEND ON THE CLAYTON FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PROVIDE YOU

WITH INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING HOW TO RESPOND IN

THE EVENT OF A FIRE, BOMB THREAT, NATURAL DISASTER, MEDICAL OR

OTHER EMERGENCY. SIMILARLY, WE DEPEND ON YOU TO FAMILIARIZE

YOURSELF, GUESTS/VISITORS AND ALL OF YOUR EMPLOYEES WITH THAT

INFORMATION, AND TO COOPERATE AND PARTICIPATE IN THE

EVACUATION DRILLS AND TRAINING SESSIONS.


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THROUGHOUT THE EMERGENCY SECTION OF THIS PLAN, YOU MAY MAKE

REFERENCE TO THE SAFETY DIRECTOR, EVACUATION BRIGADE, FLOOR

WARDENS, SEARCHERS, MONITORS, EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAMS, AND

OTHER KEY PEOPLE (INSERT APPLICABLE POSITIONS). THESE ARE THE

PEOPLE WHO ARE ASSIGNED SPECIFIC DUTIES TO PERFORM DURING AN

EMERGENCY SITUATION. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ASSIGN THEAPPROPRIATE PERSONS TO THE APPROPRIATE POSITIONS.

PROVIDE YOUR INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS IN THIS SECTION.

4. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION and LIFE SAFETY EQUIPMENT

YOU WILL ADDRESS THE ITEMS BELOW IN SECTION (FIRE) PROVIDING

INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO YOUR BUILDING.

Construction of the building Life Safety equipment and alarm systems and how they operate

Building construction information should include the construction type, buildingdimensions, and any special building features.


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Life Safety Systems include but are not limited to:

Emergency GeneratorsSmoke & Heat Detection Systems

Fire Alarm Pull StationsTamper and Flow SwitchesFire Doors and Exit DoorsHose Cabinets and standpipesPortable Fire ExtinguishersAutomatic Sprinklers and Fire PumpsSmoke Control SystemsPressurized StairwaysEmergency LightingElevator Recall System

Also include if windows can be opened, stairway unlocking devices, kitchen hood systemsand any other features or conditions relevant to your building.

The operation of alarm systems and what to do in an alarm system must be clear.

Your staff should be aware of all the life safety equipment in your building and your

maintenance personnel should know how the systems operate. All employees should be

notified of all emergency drills and should be updated on all changes in the life safety

systems.


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TYPES OF EMERGENCIES

A.........FIRE

B..........MEDICAL

C..........DEATH

D..........BOMB THREATS

E..........ELEVATOR

F..........DEMONSTRATIONS, PROPERTY CRIMES,

CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS,

ACTIVE SHOOTER

G..........SEVERE STORMS - TORNADO'S

H..........EARTHQUAKES

I............HAZARDOUS MATERIALS


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A. FIREThe best way to stop a fire from happening is to locate and correct hazards before theybecome a problem. Hazard identification sessions for your employees and tenants can bearranged with the Clayton Fire Department.

Do not assume that a fire is something that happens to someone else. Fires can occuranywhere and at anytime of the day or night. Any employee could discover a fire or beconfronted by a guest or visitor who has discovered a fire. Unless you know what to do,panic and unnecessary loss of life and property can take place.

INSERT YOUR FIRE SAFETY PLAN ADRESSING EACH OF THE ITEMS LISTED

BELOW:

FIRE EVACUATION PLANS

Emergency egress or escape routes and whether evacuation of the building is tobe complete or, where approved, by selected floors or areas only.

High rise buildings generally sound the alarm on the reported fire floor and the

floor above and below. These floors should follow the instructions provided by the

alarm message and evacuate the building. If additional floors must be evacuated,

the fire department will notify those floors using the building fire alarm voice

communication system. In some high rise fires, the safest thing to do may be to

shelter in place. You will have to assign emergency responsibilities to key personnel

for a smooth and safe evacuation of your building.

Describe how the guest, visitors and employees are to evacuate the building.

Identify two evacuation routes for all occupants. Provide written information

describing the evacuation routes from each area to the designated meeting area

outside the building. Signs should be displayed near each exit showing the two

evacuation routes. Your plan should include:

Stay calm and move in an orderly fashion Notify someone that you are trapped Know how many doors your office is away from the exits. Stay close to the floor where there is cooler cleaner air. Use a wet towel to put over your mouth to act as a filter. Close doors behind you to slow down the spread of smoke and fire.

Describe where the occupants will be evacuated to. Provide a designated meetingplace for occupants to report to after evacuating the building. This area shouldbe outside the building in an area that is protected and is not liable to interferewith firefighting operations.

Keep in mind that sheltering-in-place may be necessary.


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Procedures for employees who must remain to operate critical equipment

before evacuating. This also includes assignments for personnel in charge of

the building.

Provide specific procedures for personnel who may need to perform criticaloperations prior to evacuation. Property managers and building engineers must

meet the fire department to aid with critical building and tenant information.

Property Manager

Reports to the front of the building and ensures that:

The Fire Department has been notified. Evacuation and Emergency procedures are being followed. The condition of the fire floor was reported to the Fire Department. Remains at the front to assist the Fire Incident Commander.

Building EngineerReports to the front of the building also to:

In the event of a property manager absence, he assumes all the above duties. Provide the Fire Department with building information. Must be prepared to assist the Fire Department in the activation or deactivation of

utilities, pumps, generators, HVAC units, fans and other building mechanicalequipment.

Have a working knowledge of any construction being done.

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER

If there is no Property Manager or Engineer on site, then it is imperative thatthere be a valid emergency number and contact person who is available 24

hours a day.

Procedures for accounting of occupants after evacuation.

Develop a procedure for accounting for all occupants after evacuation. If someone

is not accounted for, describe how the fire department will be notified of the missing

person or persons. It must be noted that fire department personnel will be assigned

to search for the missing person or persons. It is critical that the accounting method

is accurate so that fire department personnel are not looking for someone that hasexited the building, but did not report to their assigned meeting area. This would

pull firefighters from firefighting efforts or other rescue operations to look for

someone that is not in need of help.


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Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for rescue or emergency

medical aid.

Provide procedures for identification and assignments for any personnel responsible

for rescue or emergency medical aid. You may assign personnel as searchers ormonitors.

Searchers

Search all rooms. This includes restrooms, conference rooms and remote areas. Advise all remaining personnel on the floor of the emergency and ensure their

evacuation to an appropriate exit. Ensure that all non-employees are evacuated. Check the reception area and or the

elevator lobby.

Monitors for disabled persons

Know where the disabled workers are at and evacuate them.

Know how to get them to safety. (i.e. special ramps, manually leading them) Have an assigned place to evacuate them to. Able to delegate persons to assist with the safe evacuation of said disabled and

stay with them once outside if necessary.

Stairway Monitor

Take a position at an assigned stairway to assist in the evacuation of personnel. Make sure that the stairway doors are closed when not in use so that pressurized

stairways may render the exit route clear of smoke. Inspect the stairway before and after evacuation of personnel.

Instruct personnel to form a single file line and proceed down the stairs on theright side of the stairway to the exit and meet at the designated outside area.

Stay at the stairway until the SEARCHERS have rendered the floor clear and havestarted down the stairs.

Means for notifying occupants and employees of a fire or emergency

Describe the means for notifying occupants and employees of a fire or emergency.

The building fire alarm will be used for fire emergencies. You will have to

determine the method to notify occupants of other emergencies in the building.

Means for reporting fire or other emergencies to the fire department

Describe the means for reporting fire or other emergencies to the fire department.

Your fire alarm system must report fire alarms to a UL listed Central Station alarm

monitoring company. This company will then notify the fire department of the

alarm. Your alarm company should test your alarm system and fire department

notification as required by NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm Code. You must also


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have a system in place to notify the fire department or police department in the event

of emergencies other than fire.

Identification and assignment of personnel for emergency contacts and

personnel who can be contacted for further information or explanation of

duties under the plan.

Provide a list of persons to be contacted in case of an emergency with the

appropriate phone numbers. Also, provide a list of personnel who can answer

questions regarding the plan.

A description of the emergency voice/alarm communication system alert tone

and preprogrammed voice messages

Provide a description of the emergency voice/alarm communication system alert

tone and preprogrammed voice messages so that occupants will be familiar with the

message and know what to do when they hear the message. Insert the text of themessage.

FIRE SAFETY PLANS

The procedure for reporting a fire or other emergency

When a fire is discovered: Close the door to the fire area. Pull the closest Fire Alarm. Pull stations are normally located near an exit from

the floor or the building and will automatically notify the Fire Department. Call 911 (Do Not Call From the Fire Floor) Provide the following information:

YOUR NAME YOUR COMPANYS NAME GUESTROOM, SUITE AND FLOOR NUMBER WHAT IS ON FIRE - EXACT LOCATION OF THE FIRE

YOUR TELEPHONE NUMBER DO NOT HANG UP UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO

This operator should relay this information to the Fire Department and to themanagement.

Site plans indicating the following:

Occupancy assembly point Locations of fire hydrants Normal routes of fire department vehicle access.


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Floor plans identifying the locations of the following:

Exits Primary evacuation routes Secondary evacuation routes

Accessible egress routes Areas of refuge Manual fire alarm boxes Portable fire extinguishers Occupant-use hose stations Some buildings are designed with firefighting equipment for occupant use.

However, this equipment should only be used if the persons are familiar with the

operation of the equipment and trained in firefighting operations.

Fire alarm annunciators and controls.

A list of major fire hazards associated with the normal use and occupancy of

the premises, including maintenance and housekeeping procedures.

List any hazards that may be present in the building.

Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for maintenance of

systems and equipment installed to prevent or control fires.

Identify personnel assigned to insure all fire protection equipment is inspected,

tested and maintained according to code.

Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for maintenance,housekeeping and controlling fuel hazard sources.

Identify personnel responsible for building maintenance and housekeeping with their

contact numbers.

All employees must receive training in the contents of fire safety and evacuation

plans in new employee orientation and at least annually thereafter. Employees must

be trained in fire prevention, evacuation and fire safety.


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B. MEDICALMedical Emergencies may involve guests, employees, or visitors and can happen at any

time. You and your staff should be prepared to act promptly if you are confronted with

such a situation. Time can be very crucial and hysteria can quickly hinder any good

intentions.We strongly suggest that you keep an unlocked, fully stocked first aid kit and first aid

guide centrally located on the premises. Suggesting that some of the employees take a

First Aid or CPR course is highly recommended. It is also recommended that Automatic

External Defibrillators (AED's) be installed in the building. High rise buildings have a

vertical response time for emergency medical personnel as well as the horizontal

response time to the building. The vertical response time reflects the time it takes for the

EMS crew to get their equipment into an elevator and get to the patient on the floor

above or below the entry floor. Personnel trained in the use of AED's can utilize these

units to provide lifesaving defibrillation for persons in cardiac arrest prior to the arrival

of the EMS crew. Contact the Clayton Fire Department for further information on these

classes.

INSERT YOUR POLICY FOR HANDLING MEDICAL EMERGENCIES HERE.

WHEN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY OCCURS

ACTION TO TAKE:

1. Remain calm. You remaining calm will help to keep the patient calm.2. Stay with the patient, if possible, no matter how minor it may seem. You might

witness crucial changes in the patient's condition.

3. Send another person to call Security or 911 and supply the following information: Building address Room Number, Floor Level, or Other Location Nature of the problem Condition of the patient DO NOT HANG UP UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO.

4. Someone should capture the elevator and meet the Fire Department in the lobby ofthe building.

5. Try to gather the patient's medications if any. (The Paramedics will need these)6. Gather or copy common information. (Name, Address, Phone #, Birth Date)

7. Clear a path for the Fire Department and keep crowds from gathering.


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C. DEATHDeaths can occur anywhere. They may be the result of any number of situations orcircumstances such as choking, having a heart attack, or any number of medicalproblems. Death can also be the result of an obvious mortal accident, homicide, or a

suicide.

IN THIS SECTION YOUR SAFETY PLAN SHOULD INCLUDE YOUR PERSONNEL

POLICIES AS WELL AS THE LIST BELOW.

ACTION TO TAKE

1. Stay calm. Do not add any more confusion to the situation.2. Call 911 and explain the situation to the dispatcher. They will contact the

appropriate City Departments.3. If there is staff or guests who have some medical training and feel they can help

the situation and the scene is not an obvious crime scene involving a non-viableperson, they can intervene.

4. The dispatcher should be made aware of what is being done and their instructions,if any, should be followed.

5. Try not to disturb the area around the expired person and keep crowds fromgathering.

6. Someone should gather information about the said expired person, as theincoming dispatched personnel will need this information promptly.

Name Address Date of BirthPhone Number Social Security NumberCurrent Medications Medical History


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D. BOMB THREATS

Bomb threats are becoming universal, affecting occupancies large and small. The generalrule is that the bomb threat caller desires to create an atmosphere of anxiety and panicwhich will result in the disruption of our normal work activities.

ACTION TO TAKE

1. Remain calm2. Have the police notified immediately.3. Discreetly attract the attention of a co-worker4. Keep the caller on the line as long as possible.5. Ask the caller to repeat parts of the message.

It is important that you try to buy time.

6.

Write down the following: The complete message word for word. Use the supplied Checklist. Add any information that you feel is relevant and is not covered in the checklist.

7. Decisions to evacuate are decided by the building owner/tenant in conjunction withthe Police and Fire Department.

8. Owners/tenants are often asked to assist with the search for the bomb. This is becausethe police are not familiar with your everyday workplace and you will be able toidentify something out of place or suspicious.


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TELEPHONEOPERATOR CHECKLIST -BOMBTHREAT

If you receive a bomb threat,keepcalm. Have a pre-arranged signal to alert a manageror supervisory personnel to listen to and, if possible, record the call. Advise the caller, ifyou can, that the detonation of the bomb may kill or injure innocent people. Obtain as

much of the following information as possible:

Where is the bomb?

What time is it set to go off?

What kind of bomb is it? If dynamite, how many sticks?

Method of activation? Mechanical, movement of clock, chemical action, etc.

What kind of package or box?

Method of deactivation?

What is your name, address, telephone number?

Is the call a hoax or legitimate? Hoax _____ Legitimate _____

Have there been, or will there be other calls? How old are you?

Why did you set the bomb?

Judge the Voice: Man ___ Woman ___ Child ___ Age ___ Drinking? Yes ___ No ___Other: ________________________________________________________

Listen for Background Noise:

CHECK IF

HEARD DESCRIPTION

MUSICPEOPLE TALKING

CARS OR TRUCKSAIRPLANECHILDREN OR BABIESMACHINENOISEKEYBOARD STROKESOTHER


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E. ELEVATORSElevators are one of the safest modes of transportation that there is. However, from timeto time they will malfunction due to their sophisticated automatic controls.

Since there are many varieties of elevators you need to be familiar with the make, model,and the owners manual of operation.

IN THIS SECTION OF YOUR SAFETY PLAN YOU SHOULD DESIGN A PLAN

REGARDING YOUR PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF AN ELEVATOR

MALFUNCTION. YOU SHOULD ALSO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING IN THE

SECTION:

Remain Calm Use the phone in the elevator car to call for help. Make noise if there is not a phone available.

Do not attempt to crawl out of the elevator cab when the doors are open betweenfloors. Remain in the cab or serious injury may result.

Do not try to force open an elevator door. The Fire Dept. will secure the elevator and safely remove the trapped

individual(s).

Emergency phones should be in all cars.

Elevator fire service emergency operation. The elevators will be recalled to theprimary or secondary landing zones in the event of a fire. Do not attempt to use theelevators. They will be out of service to prevent them from being called to the fire floor.Firefighters will be able to take control of the elevators for firefighting operations.


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F. DEMONSTRATIONS, PROPERTY

CRIMES, CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS,

ACTIVE SHOOTER

Make preparations in advance. Should civil instability erupt, you may need to leave thearea. Make an emergency plan that includes where you can go, including a secondarylocation, if you are unable to get to the first location. Make sure all members of yourfamily know the plan or, if a business location, that your employees know the plan.

Know the locations of police stations and hospitals in the area.

Keep a backpack filled with emergency rations and supplies. Keep a small amount ofnon-perishable food and some bottled water in a backpack. The total weight should notexceed 10 pounds, so you or a family member can easily carry it.

Keep an emergency credit card and a small supply of cash readily available.

Demonstrations

1. If a demonstration reaches a point where there is a potential for danger or

possible law violations are occurring, contact the Clayton Police Department at

314-645-3000 or 911.

Notify dispatch of the location of the demonstration

Estimated number of people involved in the demonstration

If the individuals are violent or threatening anyone

If any weapons are involved

Follow directions of emergency personnel

2. If you are unable to safely leave, lock yourself in a safe area until emergency

personnel can respond. Make sure all doors and windows are locked. If possible

have a cell phone for communication with emergency personnel.

3. Remain calm. Do not attempt intervene or confront any individuals involved in

the disturbance. Avoid engaging in discussions or attempting to negotiate with

individuals engaged in a civil disturbance. Wait calmly until emergency

personnel arrive.

Crimes against Persons / Property


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1. Contact the Clayton Police at 314-645-3000 or 911.

2. Get a good description of the suspect(s).

3. Do not intervene especially if the suspect has a weapon

4. Be a good witness

5.

Stay safe

Be sure you have a supply of the following in an emergency situation for home or office:

Water Necessary prescription medications Food that requires no cooking First aid supplies Lighting in the event of a power outage Sanitation supplies (in the event that the municipal water system is unusable, this

would include cleaning supplies and toilet supplies) A way to stay warm in harsh winter weather Over-the-counter medications and/or herbal remedies to treat illnesses at home Survival and first aid manuals (hard copies in case the internet and power grid are

down) Alternative communications devices (such as a hand-crank radio) so that you can

get updates about the outside world Off-grid entertainment: arts and craft supplies, puzzles, games, books, crossword

or word search puzzles, needlework, journals

Active Shooter

Consider the following options: Run, Hide, or Fight. Do what you believe will offer thebest chance of safety for you and others. There is a You Tube video available on theRun/Hide/Fight strategy which outlines these options.

Google the keywords Run/Hide/Fight: Surviving an Active Shooter Event


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G. SEVERE STORMS/TORNADOSNatural disasters such as severe weather are a potential threat to the St. LouisMetropolitan Area. The following suggested areas of responsibility are designed toprovide for the safety of all, minimize the loss of assets and reduce the disruption of

normal operations.

The U.S. Weather Service reports the movement of severe weather that may present athreat to the St. Louis Metro area. If your security feels that the guests or employees arein danger of harm, they should contact the floors and implement your pre-set emergency

procedures. Even though this may be an inconvenience, the occupants should comply.

YOUR SAFETY PLAN SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING STEPS:

ACTION TO TAKE

1. If time permits, take the stairwell to the basement level for shelter.

This is generally the safest location Do not go to the 1st floor/lobby or outside the building.

2. If imminent danger exists, move to the center of the building and get under aheavy piece of furniture, ie..desk, table.

The center of the building may include: Stairways, Restrooms, or roomswithout any windows.

3. Keep your radio or television tuned to a local broadcasting station forinformation.

4. Above all, remain calm and assist those who need guidance.

* Security should also monitor the storm's progression and should give an "All Clear" to

the occupants when the threat of inclement weather has passed.


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H. EARTHQUAKESEarthquakes, as you know, are one of the nations natural phenomena. When anearthquake occurs, it will cause some alarm and it is imperative that you react in a calmfashion. The quake itself will only last a few moments; however, the damage may be

devastating.

YOUR SAFETY PLAN SHOULD INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS ON WHAT TO DO IN

THE EVENT OF AN EARTHQUAKE AND HOW TO REACT AFTERWARD, IE...DO'S

AND DON'TS. THERE SHOULD ALSO BE A LIST OF CONTENTS NECESSARY FOR

AN EARTHQUAKE KIT AS WELL AS THE FOLLOWING:

ACTION TO TAKE DURING THE EARTHQUAKE

1. Remain calm and assist others.2. Do not use elevators.

3. Do not exit the building.4. Take cover under a sturdy object or move to the center of the building.5. If you are outdoors, try to get into an open area away from power lines and

buildings.

ACTION TO TAKE AFTER THE EARTHQUAKE

1. Remain calm and assist others.2. Check for fire and if possible extinguish the fire.3. Do not use matches or lighters as natural gas may be present.4. Know were your earthquake kit is and retrieve it.

5. Check for damage to utilities and appliances. Shut off if possible.Be aware of:

Power linesLeaking natural gasSpilled chemicalsFlooding water

6. Structural weakness within the building and partial collapse may be present, souse caution when moving about the building. Aftershocks may occur. This may furtherweaken the integrity of the structure.

* Thereare no set rules which will eliminate danger. However, danger and injury can bereduced by following the simple guidelines contained above.

Be prepared to be self sufficient for 48 to 72 hours after the earthquake. The Fire Dept.may not be able to respond or help might be delayed due to the circumstances.


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I. HAZARDOUS MATERIALSHazardous Material incidents can occur anywhere and at anytime. Large or small, anincident involving hazardous materials can cause serious problems if not handled quicklyand properly.

Not all buildings have hazardous materials in them, but if you do, you need a plan ofaction before the problem arises. Hazardous materials are not necessarily confined to

chemicals used in industrial applications.

YOUR SAFETY PLAN SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SUGGESTIONS IN

ADDITION TO ANY MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATIONS TAILORED TO THE

PARTICULAR CHEMICALS.

ACTION TO TAKE

1. Close the door to the exposed area and leave immediately.

2. Have an inventory list of all chemicals.3. Know what to do if contact is made with any chemicals.4. Notify the Fire Dept. and have the chemical list with you and MSDS sheets, if

available.5. Keep in mind that it may be harmful to help persons who have come in contact

with the chemical.Hazardous material incidents must be handled with specialized equipment bytrained Hazardous Materials Response personnel.

6. Have a designated person to remain at the front of the building to assist the FireDept. with the inventory lists and number of exposed victims.

* Under Federal OSHA regulations, you are required to maintain, on site, a full list ofMaterial Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) for all hazardous substances used, stored, orproduced in your facility. These MSDSs must be accessible to your employees.

** Under the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III),you may be required to maintain a full list of all hazardous chemicals used, produced, orstored at your facility. This information must be supplied to the Fire Department on theirrequest under this Federal Statute. If you store, use, or produce a large amount ofhazardous substances, you may also be required to submit a Tier II form under the sameFederal Regulation.


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CLAYTON FIRE DEPARTMENTEmergency Safety Plan Assessment

USE THIS CHECKLIST TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE COVERED ALL OF THE

APPROPRIATE ITEMS.

BUILDING NAMEADDRESSCONTACTPHONE NUMBER

Information contained in plan

Introduction to safety plan

Building construction

Life safety equipment description

Warning systems operating procedures

FIREFIRE EVACUATION & FIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

The fire evacuation plans include:Emergency egress routesProcedures for employees who must remain to operate critical equipment beforeevacuating

Procedures for accounting for occupants after evacuationIdentification and assignment of personnel responsible for rescue or emergencymedical aidMeans for notifying occupants and employees of a fire or emergencyMeans for reporting fire or other emergencies to the fire departmentIdentification and assignment of personnel for emergency contactsA description of the emergency voice/alarm communication system alert tone andpreprogrammed voice messages

The fire safety plans include:The procedure for reporting a fire or other emergencySite plans indicating the following:Occupancy assembly pointLocations of fire hydrantsNormal routes of fire department vehicle access.Floor plans identifying the locations of the following:ExitsPrimary evacuation routesSecondary evacuation routes


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Accessible egress routesAreas of refugeManual fire alarm boxesPortable fire extinguishersFire alarm annunciators and controls.

A list of major fire hazards associated with the normal use and occupancy of thepremises, including maintenance and housekeeping procedures.Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for maintenance of systemsand equipment installed to prevent or control fires.Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for maintenance,housekeeping and controlling fuel hazard sources.

MEDICALAction to take when a medical emergency occurs

DEATHAction to take when a death occurs

BOMB THREATSBomb threat checklistAction to take when a bomb threat occurs

ELEVATORS

Elevator operationsAction to take in the event of elevator malfunction

CIVIL UNRESTProcedures per security/police policy

SEVERE STORMS AND TORNADOSAction to take in the event of severe stormAction to take in the event of tornado

EARTHQUAKEAction to take during earthquakeAction to take after earthquakeEarthquake kit description

HAZARDOUS MATERIALSLocation and amount of hazardous materials


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Action to take in the event of a hazardous materials incident

EMPLOYEES WITH DISABILITIESDescription of equipment for disabled personsProcedures for disabled persons

Designation of safe zone

Prepared by:Date:

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