Earthquake : Assistants for the Physically Impaired
PRE-EMERGENCY PLANNING: Read General Information: Earthquake (E 3-3).
EMERGENCY ACTIONS - DURING AN EARTHQUAKE: DROP, COVER & HOLD ON.
- Brace yourself in the core of the building (the elevator lobby and corridor area). Or get under a desk or other sturdy object and hold on. Stay away from windows, bookcases, filing cabinets or anything else that may fall or shatter.
EMERGENCY ACTIONS - AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE:
- Proceed to assist assigned person.
- Assess conditions and determine the necessity for immediate evacuation or relocation. If life threatening, begin evacuation. If assistance is needed, delegate coworker to give assistance. Generally, it is safer to remain inside the building.
- Follow instructions from Emergency Personnel.
- Listen to radio for emergency reports (KOGO 600 AM, KLSD 1360 AM, KNX 1070 AM and KFWB 980 AM). Discourage spreading of rumors.
- Cooperate with all Public Safety Officials.
If evacuation is ordered:
- Assist assigned person to a safe refuge area outside and away from building. Note: this area cannot be predetermined. It will vary depending upon earthquake damage. Seek assistance if necessary.
- Report relocation status to Emergency Personnel.
- Remain with assigned person.
- Fire Department or Public Safety Officials will determine when it is safe to reenter the building.
BE PREPARED FOR AFTERSHOCKS.