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A common means of protecting workers is evacuation. In case of fire, an immediate evacuation to a predetermined area away from danger may be necessary. In a hurricane, evacuation could involve the entire community and take place over a period of days.
When developing an emergency action plan, employers should:
A disorganized evacuation can result in confusion, injury, and property damage. An evacuation floor plan should designate at least one primary and secondary evacuation route and exit. These must be:
Obtaining an accurate count of employees after evacuation requires planning and practice. To ensure the fastest, most accurate accountability, employers should consider including these steps in an emergency action plan:
A common means of protecting workers is evacuation. In case of fire, an immediate evacuation to a predetermined area away from danger may be necessary. In a hurricane, evacuation could involve the entire community and take place over a period of days.
When developing an emergency action plan, employers should:
A disorganized evacuation can result in confusion, injury, and property damage. An evacuation floor plan should designate at least one primary and secondary evacuation route and exit. These must be:
Obtaining an accurate count of employees after evacuation requires planning and practice. To ensure the fastest, most accurate accountability, employers should consider including these steps in an emergency action plan: