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This procedure defines the framework for preparing for and responding to emergencies
involving potential environmental incidents.
SCOPE
DEFINITION OF TERMS
II.2.3. EARTHQUAKE
Event Time Take The Following Action
Earthquake • Planning is the key to effective prevention
o Note the presence of other potential hazard due to secondary
effect of earthquake like steep hill slope, hanging heavy
objects, dam, storage tank, falling debris, etc.
o Prepare stock of potable water, flashlights, radio and
batteries. Ensure that these are readily available and
accessible in case an earthquake occurs.
• Prepare your area for the worst situation. Most common cause
of injury during an earthquake is brought about by sliding and
falling objects.
o Latches should be installed on drawers, cabinets and
cupboards.
o Heavy materials should be identified and place in lower
compartment of cabinets.
o Breakable items should be secured while harmful chemicals
Before
and flammable materials should be stored properly minimize
the possibility of falling or spilling.
o Strap heavy furniture to restrict sliding or toppling and
provide blocks to stop the movement of furnishings or
equipment on wheels.
o Check for hanging or unstable objects that may fall on you
during earthquake.
• Familiarize yourself with your place of work.
o Know and master the easiest route to take in order to rid
yourself out of the building. Find and mark the place where
fire extinguishers, first aid kit, alarm, utilities and
communication facilities are located.
o Do not use the elevator during or after an earthquake.
Structural and power failure may lead you to get stranded in
the elevators.
During • If you are indoors, stay inside. Protect yourself from falling
debris by getting under the sturdy table or desk or by bracing
yourself in the doorway or a corner of a room. Beware and stay
clear of the heavy and sharp materials that may fall or topple
on you. Be particularly wary of glass fragments from windows,
bookcases, cabinets, lighting fixtures. Chandeliers, hanging
plants.
• If you are outside, move to an open area away from power
lines, post, trees, walls and similar things.
• Beware of debris that may fall down from high places.
• When you are amid tall buildings, find a corner, doorway or
structural identification where you can be protected from falling
objects.
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• Identify possible void spaces between furniture or objects
where you can seek cover
• If you are out in the field or forest, stay away from steep
escarpment or slope that may be affected by landslides.
• When driving a vehicle during an earthquake, pull to the side of
the road and stop.
• Park away from bridges, overpass, overhead wires, electrical
post and similar object which may fall to the vehicle. Do not
cross bridge or overpass which may have been damaged by
earthquake.
• In crowded places like stores, theaters, malls, churches do not
rush to exit avoid being hurt or crush due to stampede. Remain
calm down and try to seek temporary cover behind columns or
corners.
• Check your own safety and that of the others for injury,
entrapment and assistance.
• Wear shoes and personal protective equipment (PPE). Expect
floor and roads to be strewn with sharp objects.
• Use flashlight when searching. Gas leaks, chemical spills, and
flammable materials are always abounding after an earthquake
and an open flame will add to the risk of starting fires.
• Check for fire and immediately control it. Locate and use the
nearest fire control or alarm unit. Some earthquake damage
may be aggravated by the occurrence of fire.
• Check your water, electrical or gas line for defect. If any
damage is suspected, turn off the system in the main valve,
breaker or switch. Before switching on the line again, have I
check by utility servicemen or a qualified electrician and follow
instructions.
• Clean up spills immediately. Start cleaning the flammable and
toxic materials first to prevent chain of any untoward events.
• Never touch any fallen electrical wiring or objects touched by
After
these wires. If any fallen power line is observed, fence this off
to prevent others from electrocution. Inform the authorities for
any power line or utility damage.
• Do not use the telephone except for emergency calls.
Communication lines will be used as information link during
warning, rescue, relief and security operations.
• Do not use the vehicle unless there is an emergency. Roads
may be closed to traffic and hazards may still have to be
checked along your route. Do not go sightseeing.
• Be prepared for aftershocks. Use extreme precautions when
entering damaged buildings since aftershocks can bring them
down.
• Obey public safety precautions. Instructions to reduce the
effect of earthquakes shall be issued by the authorities. Keep
the streets clear for passage of emergency vehicles.
• Take note of what you had observed and be prepared to inform
authorities of victim’s needing assistance, hazardous structures
needing attention and information of scientific value.
II.2.4. POWER FAILURE
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Event Time Take The Following Action
• Notify Admin of building-wide power outage and determine if it
is a widespread blackout.
• Turn off all equipment to reduce overload and prevent damage
when power is restored.
• Emergency lighting in stairwells and throughout the common
areas and most suites will activate. Raise window blinds to let
Power in outside light.
During
Failure • Stay where you are unless told to evacuate as advice by the
HRAD; proceed calmly and carefully.
• If a circuit trips and it is an isolated outage, notify the Building
Admin so an appropriate engineer/electrician can be contacted.
TIPS to prevent isolated power failures:
• Do not overload circuits with excess equipment.
• Provide additional electrical capacity as necessary.
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V. REVISION HISTORY
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