Fire
- Warn others in the immediate area. Notify the appropriate emergency response personnel by phone or radio and pull the nearest fire alarm if present.
- If nearby staff have been trained, and it is safe to do so, fight the fire using a portable fire extinguisher. Remember, if in doubt get out.
- Evacuate the premises via the nearest exit and proceed to the nearest Emergency Assembly Area.
- Re-enter only after the Emergency Coordinator has given an ALL CLEAR.
Gas Leaks/Chemical Spills - Upon smelling or noticing a gas leak or unusual vapors, or a chemical spill:
- Pull fire alarm (if present) or sound warning and evacuate the premises via the nearest exit
- Proceed to the Emergency Assembly Area
- Contact local emergency response personnel by phone or radio
- Re-enter only after the Emergency Coordinator has given an ALL CLEAR.
If employees are required to control a release of a hazardous substance, to perform cleanup of a spill, or to carry out testing before re-entry, CorSafety.ca shall provide:
- Adequate written safe work procedures and documented training.
- Appropriate personal protective equipment which is readily available to employees and is adequately maintained, and
- Material or equipment necessary for the control and disposal of the hazardous substance.
Bomb Threats
- If a threat is received by phone, mail or other means, get as much information as possible.
- If the threat is received by phone, try to keep the person on the line for as long as possible. Do not hang up the phone, even after the call has been terminated.
- Contact local emergency response personnel by phone or radio.
- If a suspicious device is identified, evacuate the immediate area and notify local emergency response personnel.
Medical Emergencies
- Call for assistance by phone or radio. Give the exact location and details of the medical emergency.
- If qualified, provide basic first aid, and keep the person comfortable. Do not move the person. Do not leave him/her unattended.
- Arrange for emergency medical transportation based on the medical planning portion of the site's Emergency Response Plan.
Explosions
- Get down on the floor, take shelter under tables or desks, and protect your face and head against flying glass and debris.
- Once it is safe to do so, evacuate the premises via the nearest exit and proceed to the nearest Emergency Assembly Area.
- Re-enter only after the Emergency Coordinator has given an ALL CLEAR.
Workplace Violence
- Notify security immediately by phone or radio and report the occurrence.
- Do NOT attempt to physically intervene. Protect yourself first at all costs.
