emergency response Flashcards
The _________ has been designed to ensure the safety of all staff and visitors to the Office in the case of fire or other emergency situations.
Office of the Information Commisioner (the Office) Emergency Response Procedure
_____ are centered on action initiated by Building Security until the arrival of the Emergency Services.
emergency prcedures
In case of emergency, contact the _____ on X40444.
Chief Warden in Building Security
____ is the sound (like busy tone) activated by Fire Alarm Panel when fire/smoke is detected or an MCP is operated.
alert tone
____ is an area removed from the building that will allows the building occupants to gather at the time of an emergency.
assembly area
____ is any event that arises from internal or external sources that may adversely affect the sagety of people in the building or the community generally, and requires immediate response by the occupants.
emergency
_____ is an electronic device that sounds the Alert or Evacuation Tone when the Fire Indicator Panel detects a fire or an MCP is operated.
emergency warning system
____ is the high pitched sound (whoop whoop whoop) that follows the Alert Tone.
Evacuation Tone
EWIS stands for ______.
emergency warning intercommunication system
FIP stands for ______.
fire indicator panel
______ is where fire alarms register and are forwarded to the Fire Service.
fire indicator panel
The _____ may also house an Emergency Warning System.
fire indicator panel
MCP stands for ______.
manual call point
_____ is the small red boz with the glass panel and button.
manual call point
Breaking the glass and puching the button will activate the Fire Alarm.
manual call point
_____ is a person with physical, mental or sensory impairment, either temporary or permanent, who requires assistance during emergency evacuations.
mobility impaired person
WIP stands for _____.
warden intercommunication point
What are the 5 Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) personnel?
- chief warden
- floor warden
- first aid officer
- staff
- emergency control organisation (ECO) personnel
The ____ is required to respond to any emergency situation, determine what emergency procedures should be implemented, and assume control until the Emergency Services arrives.
chief warden
The ____ is responsible for the overall management of the incident until the arrival of the appropriate Emergency Service, and remains the principle point fo liaison between the facility and the Emergency Services throughout the incident.
chief warden
The ____ is a members of Builsing Security staff.
chief warden
What are the 6 duties of the chief warden on becoming aware of an emergency?
- ascertain the nature of the emergency and determine appropriate action
- ensure appropriate Emergency Service has been notified
- ensure floor/area wardens (sub-output manager or nomnee) are advised of situation
- initiate evacuation/control of entry as required
- record evacuation progress information and any actions taken in incident log
- brief Emergency Services upon arrival and thereafter act on their instructions
What are the 6 duties of the chief warden on hearing the fire alarm sound, or on being afvised of an emergency incident?
- determine the location of the alarm
- assess the nature and extent fire or emergency
- search the area indicated on the FIP to locate causes of the false alarm
- ensure control room officer actions EWIS procedures located in the Control Room
- ensure the appropriate Emergency Service has been called
- meet the Fire Service on arrival and inform them of the situation if they have been notified
The ____ directs and control emergency procedures as directed by the Chief Warden.
floor warden
____ have the authority to evacuate their area of responsibility of they consider there is any danger to occupants.
floor warden
The ____ should have undergone instruction relative to the roles and responsibilities of the ECO, and have good knowledge of the layout of their area, particularly dedicated fire exits.
floor warden
The _____ should know the locations of, and be able to operate, manual call points, fire extinguishers, and hose reels.
floor warden
What are the 5 duties of the floor warden in the event of an emergency?
- when the order is given to “Evacuate Immediately” floor wardens shall proceed to their nominated level and advise Security via their nearest Emergency Warning Intercommunication System (EWIS) that they are in position to ensure the area has been cleared of all persons.
- conduct a thorough search of the area to ensure all occupants have been accounted for
- note any room with a locked door
- evacuate the area and assist mobility-impaired persons
- resport to Security via the nearest EWIS telephone on completion of required activities and then proceed to the designated Assembly Area.
The _____ is responsible for providing primary care to any personnel suffering from injuries prior to the arrival of the appropriate Emergency Service.
first aid officer
The ____ is therefore required to undergo training to enable them to provide this care.
first aid officer
The ____ should have a thorough knowledge of the roles and responsibilityes of the ECO.
first aid officer
What are the 3 duties of the first aid officer on becoming aware of an emergency?
- obtain and Emergency First Aid Kit which is situation in the Office’s tea room and report to the Floor Warden
- attend to any injured personnel
- carry out duties as requested by the Chief Warden or Floor Warden
All staff should ensure that they… (4)
- have a thorought knowledge of internal emergency procedures
- know the roles and functions of ECO personnel
- during any emergency incident, follow any and all instructions given by ECO personnel
- act in such a manner so as not to compromise the safety of themselves and others
What are the 2 things you must do in the event of an emergency in your section?
- raise the alarm, phone X40444
- notify the floor warden
In the event of an emergency in an area adjoining yours, you must _____.
assist in the evacuation of occupants from the affected area
In _____, ECO personell also have a role in the preparation for, and prevention of an emergency.
non-emergency times
What are the 2 parts of the role of the ECO personnel in non-emergency times?
- training of staff
- instruction of all staff in what to do in the event of a fire must be conducted annually, with all the new employees undergoing instructoin within the first 30 days of employment
What are the 4 instructions included given by the ECO personnel?
- the procedure to be followed in the event of fire
- the means of escape from the building and location of Assemnly Areas
- the location and method of operation of fire fighting equipment
- the location and method of operation of fire alarms or other equipment
What are the 11 Emergency Events?
- fire or smoke
- evacuation
- bomb or arson threat by suspect article
- bomb or arson threat by telephone
- medical emergency
- unspecified internal emergency
- biological mail threat (unopened and opened)
- unspecified external emergency
- personal threat by either armed or unarmed persons
- natural disaster such as cycloe or high intensity storm
- earthquake
What are the 7 things to do in the event of fire or smoke?
- remain calm!
- immediately notify Chief warden by dialling 40444, giving details as required
- immediately notify floor warden
- alert other occupants to evacuate from immediate danger
- contain the fire and smoke by closing doors if possible to so without riskinng personal safety
- important and classified materials may be placed in a secure position is possible to do so without risking personal safety
- all further action will be organised by the Chief and Floor Wardens
What are 5 things to do in the event of evacuation?
- follow directions given through the chief warden and floor wardens
- proceed to the nearest safe fire exit, close doors is possible
- do not use lifts
- move quickly and quietly to the designated Assembly Area
- remain at the assembly area until further instructions are given. do no re-enter the building until directed by the chief warden
What are 6 things to do in the event of a bomb or arson threat by suspect article?
- DO NOT handle the article and move awat from the immediate are
- leave any doors and windows open
- immediately inform the chief warden, dial 40444, giving detaisl as required
- prevent all people from entering the area where the suspect object is located
- follow the instruction given by the chief warden
- await arrival of security or emergency services
What are 4 things to do in the event of a bomb or aron threat by telephone?
- remain calm
- hand your bomb threat cue card to the nearest person to discreetly alert nearby satff to the situation
- obtain as much information as possible using the check sheet
4.notify chief warden by phoning the emergency number 40444 and act on their instructions
What are 2 things to do in the even of a medical emergency?
- raise the alarm, dial 40444, inform the chief warden giving details as required
- never leave the patient alone; comfort the patient until a first aid officer arrives
What are the 2 things to do in the event of an unspecified internal emergency?
- notify the chief warden, dial 40444, of type, location and size of emergency
- follow further instructions given by chief warden
What are 2 things to do in the event of a biological mail threat for unopened mail?
- if possible, seal the mail in a larger envelope or plastic bag
- then follow the procedure from point 3 below
What are 6 things to do in the event of a biological mail threat for opened mail?
- do not disturb the item any further. do not clean up
- if possible cover the package/letter to prevent the contents spreading
- stay in the designated area
- prevent others from entering the area
- do not open any doors
- telephone the chief warden, dial 40444 to advise of: location, number of people exposed, description of the item, action taken so far. wait for help to arrive. keep your hands away from your face
What are 4 thingst to do in the event of an unspecified external emergency (e.g. gas leak, chemical spill)
- notify the chief warden, dial 40444, of type, location and size of emergency
- close all windows and doors
- remain inside the building unless otherwise instructed
- follow further instructions given by chief warden
What are 6 things to do in the event of personal threat by either armed or unarmed persons?
- remain calm!
- notify other staff in yur immediate area
- notify chief warden, dial Ext 40444
- relay all relevant details regarding type of situation, location, who is involved, etc
- if safe to do so, leave and secure area/building
- await arrival of security or police, and follow their directions
What are 3 things to do in the event of a natural disaster such as a cyclone or high intensity storm?
- stay indoors until the chief warden says otherwise
- move away from windows
- check all windows are closed
What are 5 things to do in the event of an earthquake?
- do not attempt to leave the building. it is much safer inside
- remain calm!
- move away from windows and external walls
- if possible, take cover under a sturdy object (desk, etc.)
- if the buildins is still intact after initial shock, remain inside
What are is an example of Automated Alarm Evacuation?
fire/smoke alarm
What are 2 examples of Controlled Manual Evacuation?
- suspect item
- bomb threat
What are 3 things to do in evacuation of the building?
- evacuate the building by means of one of the two sets of stairs located on the floor
- when directed to evacuate, proceed to doors market ‘Exit’
- proceed down fire stairs and to assembly area A or B
What are 3 things to do in using the stairs during evacuation of the building?
- evacuees to only carry small items such as purses, wallets and handbags into the stairwell
- ensure noise is kept to a minimum
- keep to the left hand of the stairwell to allow room for emergency service personnel
No lifts are to be used in the events of a fire. However, a lift may be used by Emergency Service personnel to evacuate ______.
mobility-impaired persons
Mobility-impared persons who are unable to exit the building unaided via the nearest Fire Exit, should await assistance in the ______, pending evacuation by the Emergency Services.
fire exit stairs
What are the 2 evacuation assembly areas?
- area A: city botanic gardens (entry from Edward Street)
- area B: city botanic gardens (entry from Albert Street)
The reception counter is staffed by the _____ and is fitted with a diress alarm.
registry team
_____ are located under the reception counter and under one of the Business Support Officer’s (BSO) workstations.
duress alarm buttons
What are the 7 emergency fittings and equipment?
- manual capp points (MCP)
- emergency door release
- smoke detectors
- sprinklers
- emergency exits
- warden intercommunication phone (WIP)
- firefighting equipment
____ are located near the exits stairs (on the wall in hallways to toilets and in the lift foyer).
MCP
____ should be broken in an emergency to open exit doors.
emergency door release
____ are located on the ceiling across the floor and are activated by smoke or heat.
smoke detectors
____ are activated by heat and are located on the ceiling across floor.
sprinklers
____ are located on the wall near the exits stairs in the hallway to the toilets.
WIP
A ____ is located in a closet in the lift foyer.
hose reel
____ are located in a closet in the lift foyer and in the hallway wall between External Review and Privacy Units (near rack of warden’s helmets).
dry chemical extinguishers
