Emergency Action Plan (EAP)

 Emergency Action Plan (EAP):

An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is a detailed and structured procedure designed to address potential emergency situations in a workplace, facility, or organization. The goal of an EAP is to ensure the safety of employees, visitors, and property by outlining the steps to be taken before, during, and after an emergency occurs.

For Example Fire Emergency:

IF MINOR FIRE:

Step 1:

Communicate with Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC)/Fire Coordinator (FC).

Extinguish the fire only if it is safe to do so using appropriate firefighting equipment.

Ensure that the first observer takes responsibility to respond quickly.

Step 2:

Communicate with the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

The ERT will assess the situation and decide on further actions.

IF MAJOR FIRE:

Reach the location and assess the situation. If it is deemed a major fire, follow these steps:

Step 3:

Contact Government Services:

Fire Department: Dial 911/997.

Ambulance: Dial 911/997.

Police: Dial 911/999.

Step 4:

Rescue, First Aid, Call & Guide Government Services:

Rescue the victims if it is safe to do so.

Administer first aid to injured individuals.

If required, provide necessary guidance to government responders when they arrive.

ALARM & EVACUATION:

Step 5:

Raise the Alarm:

Activate the fire alarm system or inform the Site General (SG) personnel to alert others.

Step 6:

Evacuate and Guide to Assembly Points:

Ensure a safe and orderly evacuation to the designated assembly points.

Conduct a headcount to account for all personnel.

SECURING THE AREA & FOLLOW-UP:

Step 7:

Barricade the Area:

Restrict access to the fire-affected zone to ensure safety and prevent further damage.

The barricade also protects evidence for investigation.

Step 8:

Report, Record, Clean-Up, and Dispose:

Submit a verbal report to the Safety and Environmental Protection Department (SEP) and ISD (Incident Safety Department).

Keep a written record for documentation purposes.

Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for clean-up operations.

Dispose of hazardous materials as per the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) guidelines.

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS:

For Attempting to Fight a Fire (If Safe to Do So):

Use firefighting equipment only if you are trained and confident.

Close all doors and windows (if possible) to contain the fire, but do not lock them.

Do not attempt to fight the fire in these conditions:

If you don’t know what is burning.

If the fire is spreading rapidly.

If you lack the proper equipment or escape route.

Always prioritize your safety and evacuate if needed.