Earthquake

Preparedness
Comparison of Damages caused by
Earthquake

Japan (8.9) Pakistan (7.6)

Deaths:15,854 Deaths:73,338
Injuries:26,992 Injuries:128,304
SEISMIC ZONES OF PAKISTAN
EARTHQUAKE/ SEISMIC
Very High High Risk Moderate Low Risk Zone
Risk Zone Zone Risk Zone
Kalam Gilgit Skardu Mirpur Khass
Chitral Islamabad Sahiwal Nawabshah
Muzaffarabad Peshawar Kasur Bela
Quetta Nowshera Faisalabad Rahim yar khan
Chaman Thatta Lahore Bahawalpur
Badin Gujranwala Multan
Gawadar Sialkot Dera Ghazi
Khan
Pasni Larkana
Sukkur
Jacobabad
Sibbi
Hyderabad
Karachi
During Earthquake

DON’T RUN; unless you are very close to

escape door

Most earthquake-related casualties result

from collapsing walls, flying glass, and falling
objects.
Animation

• Earthquake (short film).mp4

During Earthquake

No matter where you are, remember

the three steps

• DROP down onto your hands and

knees

• COVER your head and neck

• HOLD ON to your shelter

During Earthquake

Try to Utilize the Triangle of Life

During Earthquake

• Shaking can be so strong

that you will not be able to
move far without falling down

• Do not try to leave the

building as these may
collapse resulting in getting
trapped

• Windows, facades and

architectural details are often
the first parts of the building
to collapse.
After Earthquake

• Evacuation: Evacuate the

building at the earliest following
the evacuation plan if it has
been displayed
• Expect aftershocks: Expect
secondary shockwaves which
can occur in the first hours,
days, weeks, or even months
after the quake. These can be
less violent than the main
quake but strong enough to do
additional damage to weakened
structures
After Earthquake

• Assemble: Gather at already

identified safe places (open
ground)

• Stay away from damaged

areas. Stay away unless you
are requested by the police,
fire, or relief organizations.
Return home only when
authorities allow
After Earthquake

If Trapped Under Debris

1. Do not light a match. There may be

gas leakages.

2. Do not move about or kick up dust.

Chances are you might cause more
physical damage to yourself.

3. Cover your mouth with a

handkerchief or clothing.
After Earthquake
WHEN TRAPPED UNDER DEBRIS

• Once you feel that the

earthquake has stopped, tap
on pipe or walls to make
rescuers notice you.

• Use a whistle if you have one

but do not whistle on your
own, as you might choke on
the smoke and dust.

• Shout only as a last resort.

Shouting can cause you to
inhale dangerous amounts of
dust.
Actions By Control Room Operators (Plant &
WHRPP)
Steps Activity
 Beware of the emergency shutdown procedure of the respective equipment.
 Beware of the sturdy furniture, heavy desk or table to take shelter.
 Should know that the glass windows can shutter and can get injured in result.
Preparedness  Beware of the nearest emergency exit.
 The assembly point must be known.

 Don’t get panic.

 Stay inside.
 If the quake is growing and there’s a potential threat of building collapse and/or you
find rigorous process parameters’ variations at your panel then take following
actions;
a) Apply the Emergency shutdown procedure.
Action during effective period (Earthquake)
b) Take shelter under the sturdy furniture/table/doorway.
c) Avoid sitting near to windows.

If you are trapped inside/under debris;

Actions after Earthquake
 Don’t move about or kick out debris.
 Try to cover your mouth with handkerchief/clothing.
 Call for help using mobile/walkie-talkie/telephone if accessible, otherwise shout for
help.
 If you managed to escape the building, then don’t return to the building unless it’s
declared clear by the safety warden
Stay Safe!

Thank You