Be ready for an emergency
Do your workers know how to respond to emergency situations?
These can include fires or explosions, chemical or oil spills, toxic gas releases, severe weather, workplace violence incidents, and medical emergencies.
Workers should be trained on:
- How to report an emergency.
- How to respond when an emergency alarm goes off.
- When to shelter in place and the location of the nearest safe refuge.
- When to evacuate, as well as where the nearest emergency exit is and where to gather outside away from danger.
- Who to call, including the safety leaders, safety responders and first aid responders.
The first week of June is recognized as National CPR and AED Awareness Week. When an emergency arises, workers who know CPR and how to use an AED can help save lives.
A new solution: With drug overdoses, particularly from opioids and fentanyl, on the rise, NSC is recommending that all employers have naloxone nasal spray available in their first aid supplies. Employers should also provide naloxone training to all employees.
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