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| SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS |
- Has a Zone Worksheet been completed for your area?
- Are the nearby exits clearly labeled? Are the exit routes posted in clear view?
- Is your immediate work area clear of hazards and is there a clear path of egress?
- Are you familiar with the Emergency Coordinators for your Zone and Building?
- Do you know where your Zone and/or Building’s evacuation assembly area is located?
- Are the nearby external & internal doors easy to secure and do you know how to secure them?
- Is the emergency equipment clearly marked and easily accessible? Do you know where they are?
- Are the nearest AED devices and fire extinguishers clearly labeled? Are there trained operators in your area?
- Have you created a personal emergency support kit? These kits may include first aid supplies, emergency blankets, potable water, personal medications, whistles, gloves, and any other items that you or those nearby might require during an emergency.
- When was the last time you participated in an emergency preparedness course or seminar? Staying up-to-date and informed is crucial.
- Do you know the location of the Materials Safety Data Sheets for your building? In case of fire or emergency, the First Responders will need the information in these books and you may need to provide it to them.
- Knowing how to avoid accidents is as important as knowing what to do once an accident has occurred.
- Familiarize yourself with your departments and the college’s policies and procedures regarding safety in the workplace.
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