How Can We Create an Effective Emergency Evacuation Policy Amid Security Threats?

Hi All,

With the current terrorist threats and the security system being vulnerable, we would like to introduce an emergency evacuation policy for our employees. Can the forum members share their expertise and knowledge in this aspect?

Thank you,
Richa

At a minimum, your emergency action plan must include the following:

- A preferred method for reporting fires and other emergencies;
- Emergency escape procedures and route assignments, such as floor plans, workplace maps, and safe or refuge areas;
- Names, titles, departments, and telephone numbers of individuals both within and outside your company to contact for additional information or explanation of duties and responsibilities under the emergency plan;
- Procedures for employees who remain to perform or shut down critical plant operations, operate fire extinguishers, or perform other essential services that cannot be shut down for every emergency alarm before evacuating; and
- Rescue and medical duties for any workers designated to perform them.

You also may want to consider designating an assembly location and procedures to account for all employees after an evacuation.