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AI Emergency Situations Manual June 2019
AI Emergency Situations Manual June 2019
ARCHIPELAGO INTERNATIONAL
INDONESIA
EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
MANUAL
June 2019
PRIVATE PROPERTY 1
The manual includes definitions of the operational function of each department section and the
scope and duties of each team member.
By referring frequently to the manual, we can ensure that we maintain a consistently high
standard of performance in our daily operations.
To be an effective tool, employees, department and division heads, and the general managers
should constantly review the manual. All suggestions received from staff members on ways to
improve the manual will be carefully considered and changes implemented upon approval.
The organizing of the Departmental Operational Manual is one of the key responsibilities of
Division Heads and their respective Heads of Departments. The General Manager will approve
the manual.
1. The Head of Department reviews materials contained in the manual to determine whether
updates are needed.
2. A complete review of the manuals must be performed annually by March 31.
3. Bring recommended changes to the attention of the Division Head or executive member.
4. The Division Head approves changes and proposes them to the General Manager.
5. Once the changes have been approved, the Division Heads implements them.
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SECTION REVISED
DATE DEPT HEAD G.M.
COMPLETED REVISION SIGNATURE SIGNATURE
SECTION PAGE#S
AUTHOR’S NAME
PRIVATE PROPERTY ii
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRIVATE PROPERTY iv
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRIVATE PROPERTY v
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRIVATE PROPERTY vi
FIRE
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
GUIDELINES
POLICIES & PROCEDURES
PRIVATE PROPERTY 1
Emergency : Fire
To ensure:
➢ That property facilities and contents are protected to the maximum extent
possible.
PRIVATE PROPERTY 2
Emergency : Fire
Topic : EVENTS/ACTIVITIES
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING FIRE ALARM
ACTIVATION
2. Air conditioning will shut down; but fans will still operate in the fire stair area. This will
re-set once the fire system is re-set.
3. Gas supply to kitchens will be cut off and will have to be restored after the “All Clear” sign
is given.
5. All elevators immediately return to lowest level. Only clearing the alarm or using the
fireman service key can reactivate the elevators.
7. The Operator calls the reported alarms of fire to the following persons utilizing the call list
form:
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Emergency : Fire
(1) Note the alarm and write it down on the emergency call list.
(3) Using the emergency call list give the “All Clear” order if so instructed.
(4) Call the Fire Brigade once informed by the Manager on Duty of the nature of fire
alarm (it maybe a false alarm).
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Emergency : Fire
(1) Pick up the emergency phone from the control room and go to the scene of the alarm.
If for any reason the MOD cannot use the emergency phone, the walkie-talkie will be
used as a back–up.
(2) If using an elevator, go to the floor below the alarm and take the stairs up.
(3) Locate the cause of the alarm and immediately establish communication.
(4) In the event of a fire, after reporting the fire on the emergency phone, attempt to isolate
or extinguish it. If the fire is serious, do not attempt to fight it but evacuate the
immediate area. Assist the Fire Department on arrival.
(5) In case of a false alarm, with the approval of the Fire Department sound an “All
Clear” on the emergency phone to silence the alarm.
(6) After an “All Clear” is determined, confirm that the alarm system is again operational.
NOTE: Front Office staff members are also responsible for assisting with lobby crowd
control.
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Emergency : Fire
(1) Go to the scene of the alarm with the Emergency Response Team.
(3) All persons called to report to the fire scene should report with a fire extinguisher at
hand.
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Emergency : Fire
Topic : HOUSEKEEPER’S
IMMEDIATE RESPONSE TO FIRE ALARM
(3) Keep people calm, tell them the alarm is being investigated.
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Emergency : Fire
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Emergency : Fire
Should there be a need to evacuate the premises, the Manager on Duty/General Manager should
contact the Control Room to activate the evacuation procedures for the Hotel and for each
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Emergency : Fire
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Emergency : Fire
1. The goal of the Evacuation Plan is to evacuate all persons from the hotel in the shortest
period of time, in a safe way and without creating panic.
Only the General Manager, the Manager on Duty, the Fire Department, the police, other
government officials and senior Management of the Archipelago International property
are authorized to order the evacuation of the property.
2. All guests, employees and others in the building will be instructed to evacuate by:
➢ Sounding the fire alarm system.
➢ Continuously repeated announcement on the PA System: “Please evacuate
the building immediately. Please stay calm. Do not panic. Use the
stairways to exit the building now.”
➢ Using bullhorns to announce the need to evacuate.
➢ Going from door-to-door and informing people.
3. During an evacuation, use the stairs only. Do not use the elevators.
This is important, as during emergencies there are frequent power outages that could
trap people inside the elevator.
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Emergency : Fire
(These are only examples, you will need to revise for your hotel)
i. ALL GUEST FLOORS: 3 exits are located on each floor. At either end of the building
ii. GROUND FLOOR: Exits from upper floors both are located at the:
Employees’ entrance.
ii. BASEMENT: Exits from upper floors are located in front of the Purchasing Office.
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Emergency : Fire
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Emergency : Fire
1. Keep the entrance area of the Hotel clear for emergency vehicles.
3. Then go to the Assembly Area yourself once people have passed or when instructed to
do so by a supervisor or manager.
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Emergency : Fire
2. Direct people to the nearest safe staircase, making sure that the elevators are not being
used.
3. If safe to do so, floor housekeepers will check all rooms in their section and inform
people to evacuate.
4. Mark each door of the rooms that have been checked with a sticker placed at eye-level
on the door.
5. Assist disabled guests as needed and as requested by Management or the Front Desk.
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Emergency : Fire
3. Direct people to use the staircases and tell them not to use the elevators.
6. Keep the entrance area of the property clear for emergency vehicles.
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Emergency : Fire
1. Report to the Front Desk and take the responsibility of coordinating all activities during
an emergency.
before the arrival of fire and police officials. Advise all available staff to assist with
3. Review the list of disabled guests and arrange for special assistance, if required.
7. Handle media communications, or designate someone to do so, to assure that the media
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Emergency : Fire
1. Organize evacuation of guests from the restaurant in a calm and orderly fashion to the
assembly area.
2. If time allows, secure valuable items and stores, and lock restaurant.
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Emergency : Fire
1. Organize the shutting down of all gas lines and electrical supplies in the kitchen.
3. If time allows, secure valuable items and store, and lock kitchen.
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MEDICAL
EMERGENCIES
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
GUIDELINES
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Emergency : Medical
Because of the number of guests we have in our hotel daily and the additional numbers of
employees we have serving these guests, we can expect to have people require medical care
periodically. While most situations in which medical care is required involve minor injuries
or mild illnesses, there will be occasions when you will need to deal effectively with major
injuries or illnesses.
These unfortunate circumstances must be handled properly so that appropriate and effective
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Emergency : Medical
Minor accidents are those in which first aid will normally be the only treatment necessary.
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Emergency : Medical
➢ Loss of consciousness
➢ Serious pain
➢ Heart attack
➢ Stroke
➢ Choking
➢ Drowning
Personnel at the scene of a major accident should be certified in CPR and First Aid and will
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Emergency : Medical
1. Determine the exact location of the emergency, the extent of the injury or sickness, and
the name or names of the people calling.
2. Call the Front Desk or MOD and inform him/her that a medical emergency has been
reported.
3. Give the exact location of the emergency and remember to keep calm and speak clearly
so that the Front Desk or MOD does not misinterpret you. By remaining calm, the
message will be understood much more clearly.
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Emergency : Medical
2. If the situation looks serious, immediately contact the Front Desk or MOD to call for
an ambulance and doctor.
3. While waiting for the MOD or Security to arrive, remain calm and reassuring.
➢ Keep talking to the patient to calm them down.
➢ Loosen the patient’s clothing and keep them warm.
➢ When the MOD or Security arrives, describe the situation accurately to them
and allow them to take charge of the incident.
4. DO NOT attempt to move the victim, unless the scene becomes unsafe.
5. Administer First Aid or CPR only if you know the proper procedure and are qualified.
6. NEVER make any comments regarding fault or liability for the injury.
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ARMED ROBBERY
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
GUIDELINES
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2. To ensure that the procedures and instructions herein are understood, and followed by
all employees.
3. To avoid panic which could otherwise endanger employees’ own lives and our ability
to protect the lives, well-being, and property of the Archipelago International property,
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Topic : RESPONSIBILITY
It is the responsibility of each Department Head to ensure that the guidelines and individual
department’s responsibilities outlined in this standard operating procedure are understood and
No deviation from stated procedures are permitted unless approved by the General Manager.
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Topic : OVERVIEW
Wherever there is money or valuables involved, there are bound to be people who would
A robbery is defined as the taking of something of value from another by use of force or implied
1. Always keep in mind that lives are not replaceable, money and valuables are.
2. The primary concern during any armed robbery is for the hotel guests and employees
to remain safe.
3. No Security Officer or other employee should jeopardize his or her personal safety to
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1. PREVENTIVE ACTIONS
➢ Conduct the internal transfer of funds in as quiet a manner as possible so that you
do not attract attention to your activities.
➢ Use the safest route possible to transfer funds and do so in the company of
security guards and / or manager assistance.
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Continued….EMPLOYEE PROCEDURES
2. IF A ROBBERY OCCURS:
➢ Avoid any action that might excite the robber or make him angry.
➢ Do whatever is necessary to get the robber “on his way” as quickly as possible.
- Mannerisms - Clothing
- Height - Weight
- Sex - Facial Hair
or anything unusual that would set the robber apart from anyone else.
➢ If possible, obtain a description and the license number of any vehicle involved, but
only if this can be done without endangering anyone.
➢ Call security and the police immediately after the robber(s) leaves.
➢ Keep a mental picture of the robbery in your mind and use the Robbery
Description Checklist to assist authorities in identifying the robber.
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1. Report to the scene with the utmost caution and ascertain from a distance if it is safe to
3. If a suspect is seen still at the location of robbery, observe the suspect from a distance.
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Security or the Assistant Manager must write the Incident Report. (A copy of this form is
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Be aware of the information required to fill out the Robbery Description Checklist (see
following page), and try to remember these details accurately.
OTHER DETAILS
ANY UNUSUAL SCARS/TATOOS ___________________ CALM/NERVOUS _________
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
WITNESSES _________________________________________________________________
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CIVIL UNREST
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
GUIDELINES
PRIVATE PROPERTY 35
2. Protect the property from damage and destruction and ensure the safety of all tenants, hotel
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▪ General Manager
▪ Hotel Manager
▪ Chief Engineer
▪ Purchasing Manager
▪ Reservations Manager
▪ Housekeeping Managers
▪ Chief of Concierge
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1. Responsible for coordinating overall effort to protect the property and the safety of all
2. Responsible for communicating the current status with the Hotel owner and property
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1. Set up a command post in the lobby of the hotel or any other area necessary.
2. Coordinate with all departments to ensure that all necessary responsibilities and
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1. Restrict entry to the property by establishing security posts at the driveway entrances,
2. Ensure that any access way linked to the Shopping Center/Connected Buildings
remain locked at all times and are constantly monitored by Security Officers.
3. Establish security posts on Jl. Sudirman entrances leading to the Hotel from the road
and from the Shopping Centre. These posts are the first defense to restrict entry into
4. Establish a watch post on the rooftop to provide visual surveillance of the surrounding
areas. A Security Officer who will communicate with the main security post via
walkie-talkie will man this post. The post will also be supported by a member of the
Hotel staff who is responsible for communicating with the hotel’s command post.
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1. Responsible for securing ALL entrances into the Hotel building by locking the stairwell
doors (but must be able to exit in case of an emergency) and securing other entry doors.
2. Provide keys for the entry doors to the lobby to the Front Office Manager. These doors
will be locked if the security posts fail to prevent entry to the property.
3. In the event restriction to the property fails and entry to the property is eminent, the
Chief Engineer will shut down power to all elevators. (Important: wait until you
receive notice from the Front Office Manager that all personnel have moved to a higher
floor).
4. Assign teams of people to each of the fire hydrant stations at the front of the Hotel.
These teams are responsible for activating the fire hoses when necessary.
5. Responsible for activating the Emergency Power Generators in case of power failure.
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1. Responsible for communication with hotel guests in order to keep them abreast of the
2. An In-House Guest List must be updated once every four hours and a printout made
4. Also responsible for evacuating the lobby in the main building prior to locking the entry
doors. Once the building is secured, move to a higher floor and advise the Chief
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1. Responsible for preparing rooms on the higher floors for Hotel staff members and key
personnel.
2. Also responsible for assuring that all storerooms and offices in the basement are locked
3. Responsible for providing emergency lights (candles, flashlights, etc.) to assist our
4. Responsible for maintaining adequate supplies of First Aid Kits (minimum of 4).
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1. Responsible for securing all cash and diskettes in the fire proof safe.
2. Ensure that all accounting reports are downloaded prior to shutting down the computer
system.
3. Responsible for ensuring that the EDP Manager has successfully loaded a pre-recorded
message onto the PABX System to advise callers that the hotel’s phone system is
“temporarily out of service”. This procedure is to be carried out prior to evacuating the
basement area.
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1. Responsible for assuring that the storeroom is fully stocked with drinking water,
2. Also responsible for maintaining adequate supplies of facial & toilet tissue, bath soap
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1. Responsible for maintaining a record of the location and well being of all employees.
2. Check with each department head to verify attendance, status & location (safe at home,
4. Responsible for ensuring there is an adequate supply of food in the staff canteen.
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1. Responsible for monitoring the availability of rooms to avoid an over booking situation.
2. Due to widespread damage, many neighboring residents may elect to move into a hotel
for safety reasons. Be sure to incorporate employee housing into the availability reports.
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1. Responsible for assisting the Front Office Manager to communicate with our tenants
2. Also responsible for monitoring the television and/or radio for updated information and
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1. Activate the fire alarm system and activate the public announcement system.
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BOMB THREATS
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
GUIDELINES
PRIVATE PROPERTY 50
Topic : OBJECTIVES
2. To ensure that the procedures and instructions herein are understood, rehearsed, and
3. To avoid panic which could otherwise endanger employees’ lives and our ability to protect
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Topic : RESPONSIBILITY
It is the responsibility of each Department Head to ensure that the guidelines and individual
department’s responsibilities outlined in this SOP are understood, rehearsed and followed by
No deviations from stated procedures are permitted unless approved by the General Manager.
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The possibility of a bomb threat or an actual bombing should be considered as a real and present
danger. Increasing availability of materials and access to information on how to construct
explosive devices contribute to the present danger.
1. TERRORISTS
Terrorists are a major concern worldwide and they are usually affiliated with a military or anti-
government organization.
Terrorists think nothing of using their lives to obtain the life of another or of a group of people.
Innocent bystanders are of no concern to a terrorist, and they are only out for international
recognition or notoriety.
2. EMOTIONALLY DERANGED
The emotionally deranged are extremely dangerous in that their actions are totally
unpredictable.
They are usually so far out of touch with reality that there is no reasoning with someone in such
an emotionally unstable condition in order to deter them from their intention to detonate an
explosive device.
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If you are informed of, or discover that a bomb or an explosive of any type is planted on the
property:
3. The individual receiving the call should remain with the caller. Transferring the call
may terminate the call without receiving vital information.
5. If at all possible, get someone’s attention without disturbing the caller and inform
him/her of the situation.
6. If you cannot get anyone’s attention nearby to pass on the information, wait until the
caller hangs up the phone, then contact the hotel operator and inform him/her of exactly
what was said. The operator will contact all appropriate personnel.
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If you are informed of, or discover that a bomb or an explosive of any type is planted on the
property:
➢ General Manager
➢ Manager on Duty
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If you discover or are informed that an explosive of any type is planted on the property:
2. Wait for specific instructions from the police or bomb disposal authorities.
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2. Inform the General Manager of the situation if not already informed. Await arrival of
the police and bomb disposal unit.
3. With the assistance of the police, determine what would be the most appropriate action:
5. Ensure key staff members also complete Incident Reports and that person who received
the threat has documented what was said.
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1. A bomb search should start in the area identified by the caller if that information is
available.
2. If there is no location given by the caller then begin the search from the ground floor
levels working up to the upper floors.
4. Do not touch or move any item that appears suspicious or out of place. These might
include suitcases left unattended for a length of time, packages, paper bags, boxes, etc.
Sometimes pipe bombs are left out in the open and appear simply to be small innocent-
looking lengths of pipe.
5. NEVER attempt to touch or move any object that you suspect is a bomb.
6. Always perform body searches of persons starting from ground level to waist level and
upwards.
7. Pay special attention to ice machines, vending area, restrooms, and all trash cans
throughout the property.
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1. Use a flashlight. Never turn on a light switch, as it may also be a trigger for the bomb.
2. Use chalk, masking tape or duct tape to mark doors and areas already searched.
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1. If an explosive device is located, clear all persons within 300 feet from the area.
2. Police and bomb disposal authorities must be called to the location, and when they
arrive they will take over the responsibility for the situation.
3. If an evacuation is based on the actual location of the bomb, all guests and employees
must be moved at least 300 feet away from the suspected device. The Emergency
4. In case more than one bomb was placed, the Emergency Response Team will conduct
further searches
5. Follow all instructions given by the police, bomb disposal authorities, General
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4. Complete a headcount and locate all personnel, guests or visitors known to have been in
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1. Not all calls are phony. Although most bomb calls are merely pranks or tricks used to
disrupt the operation of the hotel or facility, we must still be on our guard and give the
highest priority to the safety of persons in the Hotel. Treat the call as though the
threat is real.
UNLESS IT IS AN EVACUATION.
3. Ensure that a security investigation of every call of a bomb threat is carried out and that
copies of all the reports prepared are distributed to the proper authorities and managers.
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WHEN THE CALLER HANGS UP CALL THE GENERAL MANAGER IMMEDIATELY. THEN
COMPLETE THE FORM.
Did person seem familiar with the hotel? ______________________________________
Sex of caller: _____________ Age (approx.): ________ Length of call: ___________
Juvenile _____ Child ______ Adult ________
Could you determine origin of call? Local _______ Long Distance ___________
Phone Booth _________ In-house _______________
Number at which call was received: __________________________________________
PROVIDE AS MANY OF THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS AS POSSIBLE:
SPEECH ACCENT
Calm Stutter Local
Angry Raspy Regional
Excited Deep Which area
Slow Ragged Foreign
Rapid Clearing Throat Which country
Soft Deep Breathing
Loud Cracking Voice GRAMMAR
Laughter Disguised Excellent
Crying Familiar Average
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EARTHQUAKE
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
GUIDELINES
POLICIES & PROCEDURES
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Emergency : Earthquake
2. To ensure that the procedures and instructions are understood, rehearsed, and followed
by all employees so that we avoid panic that could otherwise endanger employees’ lives
and our ability to protect the lives and the well-being of hotel guests.
3. To increase the responsiveness of those in charge so that they proceed with disaster
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Emergency : Earthquake
It is the responsibility of each Department Head to ensure that the guidelines and individual
Department’s responsibilities outlined in this SOP are understood, rehearsed and followed by
Manager.
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Emergency : Earthquake
➢ Severe earthquakes can cause loss of life, injury, property damage, damage to utility lines
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Emergency : Earthquake
➢ The actual movement of the ground in an earthquake is seldom the direct cause of death or
injury. Most casualties result from falling objects and debris because the shocks can shake,
cause damages, or demolish buildings and other structures.
➢ Earthquakes may also trigger landslides and generate huge ocean waves (seismic sea waves
or tsunami), which can cause great damage.
1. Partial building collapses, such as falling brick from wall facings and roof edge's
protective railings, collapsing walls, falling ceiling plaster, light fixtures, and pictures.
2. Flying glass from broken windows which may be a greater danger in buildings
containing many windows and in high structures.
5. The fire danger may be aggravated by lack of water caused by broken water mains or
pipes.
6. Fallen power lines, gasoline leaks or other release of toxic gases or flammables.
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Emergency : Earthquake
In areas prone to earthquakes and because no one knows when an earthquake may occur, the
best defense is to ensure that Department Heads, Managers, and Supervisors check their work
areas and identify earthquake.
Department Heads, Managers, and Supervisors should know the location of shut-off
valves and electricity mains as well as water and gas mains and pipes.
1. Any potential earthquake hazard found must be reported to the Executive Housekeeper.
installing strong support for water heaters and other gas appliances since fire can be caused
by broken gas lines and appliance connections.
3. Request that wherever possible Engineering Staff or contractors use flexible connections
when they install equipment that operates with gas or other fuel.
4. Tie high storage racks in the storeroom together at the top with braces. Braces can be
located
where they will not interfere with stock and removal of supplies.
5. Place large and heavy objects on lower shelves, and do not place or store objects on the
top of cabinets.
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6. Securely anchor shelving to walls and secure other high or top-heavy items that could
topple
7. Install flanges on shelving used to store supplies so that items are prevented from crashing
to the floor.
8. Secure to concrete foundations, all heavy machinery including machines not in use.
9. Make sure that file cabinets are locked (even if their keys are left in the keyhole) to prevent
drawers from sliding open and contents from falling to the floor.
10. For any new construction or renovation of the hotel, the Executive Housekeeper must
ensure that contractors follow building codes to minimize earthquake hazards.
11. Make certain that, where possible, glass installations are shatterproof.
12. Sites for new construction should be selected and engineered to reduce the hazard of
damage from earthquake and loss of business/revenue.
13. Hold occasional drills in your office, kitchen, or outlets to avoid injury and panic during an
earthquake.
14. Ensure the engineering technicians teach all members of your staff how to turn off
electricity, gas, and water mains, switches and valves. Also in each location, post signs
with clear instructions on how and when to operate the mains, switches and valves.
15. Ensure that all employees know the danger of turning power on or off when power has been
restored and/or when gas smell from a gas leak is present. Employees should be made
aware of the danger of using matches or lighters or hitting together any objects that may
cause sparks, ignite the gas and cause an explosion.
16. Keep battery operated flashlights and transistor radios on hand and ready to use.
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17. Ensure that staff members are knowledgeable with basic first aid instructions because
medical facilities may not be accessible immediately after a severe earthquake.
18. Do not tell frightening stories about disasters when conducting drills or discussions about
earthquakes and other possible disasters.
19. Encourage your staff to think about what to do if an earthquake occurs when they are in
any area of the hotel, in their office, at home, driving a car, in a store, a bus or taxi, a public
hall or ballroom, a theater, visiting friends, or involved in any other activity.
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Emergency : Earthquake
2. If indoors ⎯ watch for falling plaster, bricks, light fixtures, and other objects.
3. Be aware of the possibility of the doors of high bookcases or storage cabinets being
shaken open and spilling their contents. Watch also for heavy objects, china cabinets,
shelves, and other furniture that might slide or topple.
4. Steer people away from windows, mirrors, steam pipes, and gas lines.
5. If in danger ⎯ Use the “Triangle of Life” stay down next to a strong object in the safe
triangle area.
7. If the area of the building has to be evacuated ⎯ choose the most efficient exit route
and go to your designated assembly area in as orderly and calmly a manner as possible.
8. If in higher floors of the Hotel ⎯ Find a good “Triangle of Life’ area next to a bed or
solid object. Do not dash for exits, since stairways may be damaged or jammed with
people.
9. If in a crowded area ⎯ do not rush for a doorway since many people may have the
same idea.
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10. Once outside ⎯ stay away from high buildings, walls, power poles, and other objects
that could fall.
11. Do not allow employees or guests to run through streets. If possible, move them to an
open area away from all hazards.
12. If in an automobile, STOP as soon as possible in the safest place available away from
buildings then stay in your car until it is safe to get out.
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Emergency : Earthquake
2. Check employees and guests for injuries and administer first aid as needed. Use correct
forms for employees being admitted to any Hospital or clinic. Ambulance can transport
employees to the hospital, or if the injury is only a minor one, Hotel personnel can
transport hotel guests to the hospital. If the injury is so severe that the guest cannot be
moved without professional help, call for an ambulance.
3. Do not attempt to move seriously injured employees or guests unless they are in
immediate danger of further injury. Always check for hazards before moving anyone.
4. Check for property damage. If you find gas leaks, fallen electrical lines, or structural
damage, report these to the General Manager. Do not allow people to enter the affected
areas. Do not use open flames because there is a strong possibility of gas leaks
following an earthquake. ABSOLUTELY NO ONE IS PERMITED TO SMOKE.
5. Do not use matches, lighters, or open flame appliances until the area has been
thoroughly checked and you are sure that there are no broken gas lines or gas leaks.
Because they may create sparks and ignite gas, do not operate electrical switches or
appliances if gas leaks are suspected.
6. Do not touch fallen power lines or objects that are touching the wires.
7. Immediately clean up spilled chemicals and other potentially harmful materials and
dispose of rags and liquid residues.
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8. Engineering must check to see if sewage lines are intact before allowing toilets to be
flushed.
9. Water to flush toilets may be obtained from the swimming pool when water is turned
off.
10. Make sure freezers are operational. If a freezer that contains food that will spoil is
damaged, place food items in another freezer immediately.
12. Check storage areas carefully and watch for objects falling from shelves.
13. The initial check of the building for damage should be made from a distance. Approach
damaged walls and other building structures with caution.
16. If a tsunami warning is issued, head for high ground immediately following official
notification from local authorities.
17. Make clear records of any damage, and secure damaged areas.
18. Keep street areas near the Hotel clear for passage of emergency vehicles.
19. If the building needs to be evacuated, use the evacuation procedures outlined.
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Emergency : Earthquake
Only the General Manager, the Manager on Duty, the Fire Department, the police, other
government officials and senior Management of the Archipelago International property are
authorized to order the evacuation of the property.
1. The goal of the Evacuation Plan is to evacuate all persons from the hotel in the shortest
period of time, in a safe way and without creating panic.
2. All guests, employees and others in the building will be instructed to evacuate in the
following ways:
4. During an evacuation, use the stairs only. Do not use the elevators. This is important,
as during emergencies there are frequent power outages that would trap people inside
the elevator.
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Emergency : Earthquake
1. ALL GUEST FLOORS: 3 exits are located on each floor, at either end of the building
2. GROUND FLOOR: Exit from upper floors are located at the ____ lobby, next to
_____.
3. BASEMENT: Exits from upper floors are located next to the Housekeeping Office.
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Emergency : Earthquake
1. Keep the entrance area of the Hotel Lobby clear for emergency vehicles.
3. Then go to the Assembly Area your self once people have passed or when instructed to
do so by a Supervisor or Manager.
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Emergency : Earthquake
2. Direct people to the nearest safe staircase, making sure that the elevators are not being
used.
3. If safe to do so, floor housekeepers will check all rooms in their section and inform
people to evacuate.
4. Assist disabled guests as needed and as requested by management or the Front Desk.
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Emergency : Earthquake
3. Direct people to use the staircases and tell them not to use the elevators.
6. Keep the entrance area of the property clear for emergency vehicles.
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Emergency : Earthquake
1. Report to the Front Desk and take the responsibility of coordinating all activities during
an emergency.
2. If necessary, order evacuation of the building before the arrival of fire/police officials.
Advise all available staff to first assist with the evacuation and then to evacuate
themselves.
3. Review the list of disabled guests and arrange for special assistance, if required.
7. Handle media communications, or designate someone to do so, to assure that the media
11. Check the status of sister hotels in areas affected by the earthquake.
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Emergency : Earthquake
ITEMS QUANTITY
FLASHLIGHTS __
EXTRA BATTERIES (FLASHLIGHTS) __
NYLON ROPE ___ FEET
AM/FM PORTABLE RADIO (BATTERY OPERATED) __
EXTRA BATTERIES (RADIO) __
WORK GLOVES __ PAIRS
RAIN GEAR __ SETS
RUBBER BOOTS (STEEL TOE) __ PAIRS
CAMERA
FIRST AID KITS __
LARGE WATER JUGS __
2” MASKING TAPE __ ROLLS
DUCT TAPE __ ROLLS
BULLHORN __
HARD HATS __
GOGGLES __ PAIRS
2-WAY RADIOS __ SETS
WHEELCHAIR __
AXE AND HATCHET __
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LOSS OF PUBLIC
SERVICES
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
GUIDELINES
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Because there is often little or no notice or warning of natural disasters and emergencies, it is
important that all departments are aware of their individual roles so that we may deal with these
We must also respond in the most cost-effective way while paying the utmost attention to the
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1. SUPPLY
2. ALTERNATIVE/BACK-UP SUPPLY
➢ If the PLN voltage becomes insufficient and unable to cope with the current
usage demands of the Hotel.
When an electrical black out occurs, all three generators are automatically activated.
The number of generators operating is then automatically adjusted to suit the electrical
usage of the property.
Fuel reserves stored on location are maintained at sufficient levels to run the generators
for a maximum of approximately 3 days at 100% occupancy. Each generator consumes
between 100 to 200 litres per hour, depending on demand.
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The following two tanks on property are used to store fuel to operate the generators:
5. GENERATOR TESTS
To ensure that the generators are operating at maximum efficiency, they are tested once
each week. Tests include operating all three generators for approximately 30 minutes.
6. ALTERNATIVE TO GENERATORS
If both PLN and the property’s generators fail to provide sufficient electricity for the
property, arrangements will be made to rent a mobile generator from the PLN in the
local district.
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1. Distribute candles that are stored in the Housekeeping Office to all occupied rooms,
3. If the length of the blackout warrants it, distribute Apology Letters from Management
to all occupied rooms and to the Front Office for guests who check-in.
4. When the blackout ends, ensure that candles are collected when Housekeeping staff
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1. Calm all guests down by remaining calm and working through the action plan in an
orderly manner.
2. Provide information to all departments concerning the nature and length of blackout,
and ensure they are aware of the procedures to be followed.
6. Check that no one is caught in the elevators, public toilets or exit stairwells.
7. Check emergency lighting in all fire exists and post a security guard in the stairwells if
lights are not working.
8. Arrange to have other security guards to patrol the floors offering assistance where
necessary.
9. One fire stairwell to be used to take guest up to floors, post a porter / GRO on ground
floor with correct keys to unlock floor exit doors.
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10. The computer has a UPS system, which should provide 30 minutes to 2 hours back-up.
All computers will operate until the back up shuts down.
11. Assistant Manager should go to the computer room to check the UPS system display
and determine the length of time available on the UPS.
14. When power comes on again, remember to check that the telephone interface is
rebooted and is operating with the correct times in the system.
15. Hold brief meeting with staff directly involved with guests during the blackout to
determine follow-up actions required.
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All of the three guest and two service elevators in the Hotel are covered by a maintenance
contract.
Each elevator has an emergency alarm button that rings a bell in the elevator room situated on
the top of the building.
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Topic : COMPUTERS
2. FILE BACKUP
Backup for other computers are the responsibility of individual users.
Cloud Servers will automatically back-up
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3. Be aware that the PABX can trip out because of high temperature.
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Provides the most economic supply of water and is the primary source
of water for the property.
The on-site reservoirs are activated when the PAM supply is cut off or is
insufficient to meet the demands of the property. The water level in both
reservoirs is maintained from the PAM supply.
Water is pumped from the basement tanks to the roof tank before being
distributed to the Hotel rooms and outlets.
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1. Ensure Assistant Manager and Front Office are immediately and fully informed of any
2. Housekeeping staff to collect from Housekeeping storeroom and distribute one gallon
3. Collect empty gallons and replenish if necessary when Housekeeping staff makes up
rooms.
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Topic : FOOD
Approximately one week’s supply of food and water should be maintained in these stores to
accommodate the needs of employees and current number of guests.
Food will be prepared in the main kitchen for staff and guests until deliveries resume or access
to outside areas is restored.
Done in the main kitchen on electrical stoves for as long as electricity supplies, ventilation and
lighting are operating.
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