Emergency Training:

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• Emergency Training
• Natural Disasters

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Overview

• Introduction
• Workplace Disaster Plan
• Fire Emergencies
• Severe Weather Emergencies
• Heat Wave
• Power Outage
• Tornadoes
• Severe Thunderstorms
• Flooding
• Winter Storms

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Introduction

• For all emergencies and disasters, keep in tune
  with local news and weather stations to stay
  informed with latest updates, instructions, as
  well as severe weather watches and warnings in
  the area.
• Take necessary precautions before a disaster
  happens so that you can be prepared.
• This includes practicing fire and tornado drills.
  Also, have the necessary and basic supplies on
  hand to make dealing with a disaster easier.
  (flashlights, first aid kit, food and water, etc.)

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Workplace Disaster Plan

• Keep a phone list of company employees so when a
  disaster strikes you can network and keep in
  contact.
• More than one person should be trusted with keys
  and access to the building in case the one
  originally designated person cannot make it
  quickly after an emergency.
• Backup computer data frequently throughout the
  day in case of unexpected power outage and save
  data in more than one place in case the computer
  is destroyed.
• Emergency supplies that should be kept on hand
• Flashlights
• First aid kit
• Tools
• Food and water to use during unexpected
  confinement at the workplace.
• This could be due to a fuel tanker over-turn, for
  example, and local authorities order that
  everyone stay put for an extended time.

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Fire Emergencies Being Prepared

• Your local fire department should already be
  familiar with your facility, its location, and
  possible hazards.
• Fire doors should be in good operating condition
  and not be obstructed.
• Fire extinguishers should be in designated
  locations so that they can be easily located in
  emergency. The also should be recharged regularly.

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Fire Emergencies Being Prepared (continued)

• What to do in a fire emergency
• GET OUT, STAY OUT, and CALL FOR HELP
• Fires kill more Americans each year than all
  natural disasters combined, and affect people
  from all backgrounds and geographic locations.
  The American Red Cross

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Severe Weather Heat Waves

• Know the Weather Status Terms
• Excessive Heat WatchConditions are favorable for
  an excessive heat event to meet or exceed local
  Excessive Heat Warning criteria in the next 24 to
  72 hours.
• Excessive Heat WarningHeat Index values are
  forecast to meet or exceed locally defined
  warning criteria for at least 2 days (daytime
  highs105-110 Fahrenheit).
• Heat AdvisoryHeat Index values are forecast to
  meet locally defined advisory criteria for 1 to 2
  days (daytime highs100-105 Fahrenheit).

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Severe Weather Heat Waves (continued)

• What to do during a heat wave
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, even
  if you dont feel thirsty. Avoid beverages with
  caffeine and alcohol.
• Eat small meals and eat more often.
• Avoid extreme temperature changes.
• Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, and light
  colored clothes so that you dont absorb so many
  sun rays.
• Slow down, stay indoors, and avoid a lot of
  exercise during the hottest times of the day.
• Use buddy system when working out in the heat.
• Take frequent breaks if you must work outdoors.

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Severe Weather Heat Waves (continued)

• Know these terms related to Heat Waves
• Heat Related Illnesses
• Heat cramps are muscular pains and spasms that
  usually occur in the legs or abdomen caused by
  exposure to high heat and humidity, and loss of
  fluids and electrolytes.
• Heat exhaustion typically involves the loss of
  body fluids through heavy sweating during
  strenuous exercise or physical labor in high heat
  and humidity.
• Signs of heat exhaustion include cool, moist,
  pale or flushed skin heavy sweating headache
  nausea dizziness weakness and exhaustion.
• Heat stroke (also known as sunstroke) is a
  life-threatening condition in which a persons
  temperature control system stops working and the
  body is unable to cool itself.
• Signs of heat stroke include hot, red skin which
  may be dry or moist changes in consciousness
  vomiting and high body temperature.

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Severe Weather Tornadoes

• Know the Weather Status Terms
• Tornado Watch tornadoes are possible in and near
  the watch area.
• Tornado Warning a tornado has been sighted or
  indicated by weather radar. Warnings indicate
  imminent danger to life and property.
• Participate in tornado drills so that you know
  where the tornado safe area is in your work area.
• What to do in a Tornado Emergency
• Take shelter, do not wait until you see a
  tornado.
• The safest place to be is underground, in a
  basement, or a safe room.
• If no basement or safe room is available, a
  windowless interior room or hallway on the lowest
  level of a sturdy building is the best
  alternative.
• If you are outside and there is not a sturdy
  building to take shelter, immediately get into
  your vehicle, buckle up, and drive to a shelter
  as a last resort.
• If flying debris occurs while driving, pull over
  and park putting your head down below the windows
  and protect the back of your head with your
  hands. If you can get out of vehicle into lower
  laying ground to the road, lay down and cover the
  back of your head with your hands.

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Severe Weather Thunderstorms

• Know the Weather Status Terms
• Thunderstorm Watch Severe thunderstorms are
  possible near and around the watch area.
• Thunderstorm Warning Severe weather has been
  reported by spotters or indicated on weather
  radar. Warnings indicate imminent danger to life
  and property.
• What to do during Severe Thunderstorms
• Postpone outdoor activities if thunderstorms are
  likely to occur. Many people struck by lightning
  are not in the area where rain is occurring.
• Avoid electrical equipment.
• If you are outside and cannot reach a safe
  building, avoid high ground water tall,
  isolated trees and metal objects such as fences
  or bleachers. Picnic shelters, dugouts and sheds
  are NOT safe.
• Avoid touching metal or other surfaces that
  conduct electricity in and outside the vehicles.

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Severe Weather Flooding

• Know the Weather Status Terms
• Flood/Flash Flood Watch Flooding or flash
  flooding is possible in your area.
• Flood/Flash Flood Warning Flooding or flash
  flooding has already occurred in your area or
  will occur soon.
• Be prepared to evacuate immediately.

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Severe Weather Winter Storms

• Know the Weather Status Terms
• Winter Storm Outlook winter storm conditions are
  possible in the next 2 to 5 days.
• Winter Weather Advisory winter weather
  conditions are expected to cause significant
  inconveniences and may be hazardous. With
  caution, these conditions should not be life
  threatening.
• Winter Storm Watch Winter storm conditions are
  possible within the next 36 to 48 hours. People
  in watch area should review their winter weather
  plans and stay informed about weather conditions.
• Winter Storm Warning Life threatening,
• severe weather conditions have begun or
• will begin in the next 24 hours. People in
• area should take immediate precautions.

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Severe Weather Winter Storms (continued)

• What to do during a Winter Storm
• Dress in several layers of lightweight clothing,
  wear mittens and a hat (preferably one that
  covers your ears).
• Wear waterproof, insulated boots to keep your
  feet warm and dry and to maintain your footing in
  ice and snow.
• Minimize travel. If travel is necessary, keep a
  disaster supplies kit in your vehicle.
• Winterize your vehicle and keep the gas tank
  full. A full tank will keep the fuel line from
  freezing.
• Maintain heating equipment and chimneys by having
  them cleaned and inspected every year.
• Bring pets/companion animals inside during winter
  weather. Move other animals or livestock to
  sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water.
• All fuel-burning equipment should be vented to
  the outside and kept clear.

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Questions, Concerns, Assistance

• For Questions, Concerns, and Assistance please
  contact Human Resources
• Steve Sager
• Director of Human Resources, Airborne Global
  Solutions
• Phone [phone]
• Email steve.sager_at_airborneglobal.com

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References

• "Preparedness Fast Facts Emergency-Specific
  Preparedness Information." American Red Cross.
  2012 n. page. Web. 26 Jul. 2012.
  lthttp//www.redcross.orggt.
• "Preparing Your Business for the Unthinkable."
  American Red Cross. Web. 25 Jul. 2012.
  lthttp//www.redcross.orggt.

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