Emergency Procedures 3.8 Flashcards
1
Q
Why should emergency procedures be developed?
A
To ensure business has continuity in the even of an accident - HASAW 1947 & MHSAW 1999 compliance
2
Q
What is included in the procedure?
A
- Specific responsibilities of persons - fire wardens ect
- Means of raising alarm
- How to summon emergency services
3
Q
The procedure should be tested because…
A
need to ensure that training and procedure is adequate
4
Q
How should first aid provisions be decided on?
A
- How many people? 1 per 50 employees
- Shift patterns - must be covered at all times
- Where the nearest hospital is