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: a. Objectives
b. Workplace Emergency Preparedness
c. Types of Emergency
d. Phases of Emergency Preparedness
e. Elements of Emergency Preparedness
Program
f. Fire Code Requirement
Objectives
:  Define what is emergency(natural / man-
made) and disaster
 Identify the elements of an effective
Emergency Preparedness Program;
 Enumerate basic preparations for
common emergencies; and
 Discuss the concept on Fire Brigade Organization.
Workplace Emergency
Preparedness
A workplace emergency is an unforeseen
situation that threatens workers, client, or the
public; disrupts or shuts down operations or
causes physical or environmental damage.
Types of
Emergency
1. Natural Emergencies – events that are caused by
the force of nature

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 Types of
Emergency
2. Man Made Emergencies – can be result of human
error, fatigue, poor housekeeping, poor
maintenance of equipment, lack of adequate
training, or in some cases, a wilful intent.

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Agencies Involved in Dealing with
Emergencies

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Phases of Emergency
Preparedness
o Hazard and Risk Analysis
o Reduce Risk, Vulnerability & o Risk Assessments
Hazard o Plans and Arrangement
o Improvement of o Training and Exercises (Drills)
Awareness, Program and
Infrastructure

Life Safety
o
o Economic Recovery o Emergency Stabilization
o Repair and Maintenance o Property Preservation
o Health Services o Evacuation & Shelters
o Mass Care
Elements of Emergency Preparedness
Program
1. Hazard Assessment

2. Develop Emergency Plan and

Procedure
3. Assign Responsibilities
4. Conduct Training
5. Regular Conduct of Drills and Exercise
6. Means of Communication
7. Evacuation and Resources
Basic Preparation for Common
Emergencies
 Identify all exits, stairways and existing floor plans of the
work area. Also identify the location of all fire
extinguishers, pull stations and any other fire adjunct
alarms and fire suppression equipment.
 Be sure that all emergency phone numbers are clearly
listed and are readily available next to telephone.
 Report all potentially hazardous conditions to your
supervisor immediately. Especially focus on conditions or
materials, which, in the event of an emergency, might
block evacuation routes or in some manner further
contribute to the emergency.
Basic Preparation for Common
Emergencies
 Do not block or wedge any stairwell doors in the open
position at any time.
 Establish a meeting point or safe refuge area away from
the building and other hazards such as overhead power
lines.
 Assign someone the responsibility of accounting for all
employees in the event of an emergency.
 Identify First Aid Attendants. Inform and train all
personnel on the established and agreed upon means of
reporting a medical emergency.
 Test your plan to make sure that it works.
 In case of
fire:
Activate appropriate alarms.
 Stay calm and do not panic.
Alert others in your area.
 Evacuate to your designated
evacuation area.
 Never use an elevator during
a fire. Always use the
stairwell.
In case of fire:
(cont…)
 If there is smoke in the room, stay low.

 If a door is hot, do not open it.

 Close all doors as you leave. Do not lock
them.
 If trained to use a fire extinguisher, and the
fire is in the incipient stage, you may
attempt to extinguish the fire. Remember
that your own safety is of primary concern.
 In case of
earthquake:
Duck under something sturdy and
cover your head.
 Stay away from windows and
objects which may fall on you.
 If you are inside a building, remain
inside until directed otherwise.
 Do not be surprised if the electricity
goes out. This is common during an
earthquake.
 In case of
earthquake:
If an evacuation is necessary,
follow the established routes and
procedures.
 If you are outside, stay in an open
area, which is clear from
hazards. When the shaking stops,
do not re‐enter any building.
 Workers shall remain in the safe
refuge area.
Preparation for an
earthquake
 Store heavy objects near ground or
floor.
 Secure tall objects, like bookcases
to the wall.
 Learn where your exits, evacuation
route, and meeting places are.
 Keep emergency items, such as a
flashlight, first aid kit and spare
clothes in your car or office.
 After an
earthquake
Be prepared for aftershocks. Do not
panic, stay calm.
 Check for injured persons and assist
as necessary.
 If indoors, your supervisor may
initiate an evacuation.
 Replace the telephone hand set if it
has fallen off the hook. Use
telephones for emergency calls only.
In case of chemical
spill:
Stay clear of the spill and warn others in
the immediate area of the emergency
and potential danger.
 If persons are injured, provide first aid if
you or another available individual are
trained to do so. However, do not put
yourself at risk.
 Assess the situation and determine if it’s
an emergency. If it is an emergency, then
activate appropriate alarms.
In case of chemical
spill: Get appropriate Safety Data Sheet
(SDS)
and have it available for the responders.
 If an evacuation is required, evacuate
as directed by your supervisor to your
designated evacuation area.
 Do not re‐enter the building until the
emergency response team leader has
deemed it safe and supervisory
personnel have given permission to go
back into the facility.
In case of severe
weather:
Monitor the local government
weather
service for announcements.
 Learn the history of flooding in your
area.
 Inspect areas in your facility
subject to flooding.
 Identify the community's
evacuation
routes.
 Keep a portable radio, flashlights,
whistle, spare batteries and other
 If a flood
occurs:
If you are inside, turn off main electrical
power.
 Follow the established evacuation
procedures for the facility.
 If you are outside, never attempt to walk
across a flooded area. The water could
sweep you away.
 If you are in your car, do not try to drive
through flood waters. If your car stalls in
rising water, abandon it.
Fire Code Requirement
1. Fire Brigade
2. Practice Drills
3. Emergency
Evacuation Plan
Fire Brigade - a collective term that refers to a
group of firefighters, primarily performing fire
suppression activities.
Section 6.0.2.1 of Fire Code of the
Philippines
All business establishments that can accommodate at
least fifty (50) persons shall, in addition to the
requirements set forth under Section 7 of this Code for
the grant of Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC),
establish and maintain an organization of fire brigade
to deal with fire and other related emergencies.
Section 6.0.2.2 of Fire Code of the
Philippines
The organization of company fire brigades shall consist
of the Fire Brigade Chief, which shall be designated
by the head of the company, and shall be assisted by
selected personnel.
Section 6.0.2.3
Components
The equipment that must be put into service during
fire or other related emergencies will determine the
number of men required for each operating unit or
company into which the brigade is organized.
Emergency Evacuation
Plan