PP-OM-EMOprocedures

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2020-03-21 David Trigg initial version

Purpose of this Document

As a repository for the Emergency Procedures located tactically about the Meetinghouse.

 

EMERGENCY EXIT PROCEDURE

NOTE:  In the event of a fire, do not use elevator.

Basic Procedures for exit from different areas in the Meetinghouse

Sanctuary

Bacon Room

 

L01

 

 

PROCEDURES FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

The hanging flip-card pamphlet

These procedures are located at different areas of the church.  See As Built layouts. 

The original file is a WORD doc. FP Emergency Procedures hanging for BEdford generated by Sarah Dorer, which can be downloaded from this link for printing or revisions.

The content is copied below in the event the digital file goes missing (but the format is different).

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        First Parish in Bedford

       75 The Great Road

           Bedford, Massachusetts 01730

            tel: 781.275.7994 • web: https://uubedford.org/

 

 

 

EMERGENCY

PROCEDURES

 

MEDICAL EMERGENCY

…including falls, allergic reactions, seizures, or fainting.

  • Call 911
  • Alert a staff member (if someone is available) who may need to direct emergency personnel.
  • In case of allergic reaction, ask the person if they have an EpiPen.
  • Have the victim lie or sit down with head back, airway open. Do not move them unless their location is unsafe.
  • Loosen restrictive clothing; make the person comfortable.
  • Check for a medic alert tag (necklace, bracelet, anklet). If “Do Not Resuscitate” indicated, do not start CPR or use AED.
  • Avoid contact with bodily fluids (blood, vomit, urine).
  • If needed, use a first aid kit (Lower level: Near the bathrooms; First Floor: Kitchen and Hallway across from bathrooms; Second Floor: Hallway opposite Room 202.)
  • Check pulse and breathing. If no pulse, start CPR and use the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) located on the wall near the Elm Street entrance.
  • Report all injuries promptly to a minister or other staff person.

 MEDICAL EMERGENCY

 

 

WEATHER EMERGENCY

…can cause serious injury or death, or severe damage to First Parish facilities.

Most weather-related events will not rise to the level of emergency or disaster.

If a tornado or hurricane warning is received

  • Remain calm.
  • If there is time, close doors and windows; lower window shades.
  • Move to lower floors and innermost rooms of the church away from any windows, such as the basement or inner hallways
  • Do not use the elevator.
  • Calmly and firmly assist others who might need help moving to a safer location.
  • Crouch near the floor, covering your head.
  • Position yourself under a sturdy piece of furniture to avoid falling debris.

If serious flooding occurs or a flood warning is received

  • Move to higher floors of the church.
  • Do not use the elevator.

WEATHER EMERGENCY

 

 

FIRE

If you discover fire

  • Alert others by yelling, “Fire!” Call 911.
  • Activate the nearest fire alarm:
  • Lower level (3): Near stairwell door, at back door and in mechanical room;
  • First floor (4): Next to Elm Street Door, across from kitchen,
  • Common Room at outside door and in front entry (Narthex) hall:
  • Second floor (2): On wall near stair well, On wall across from Room 203
  • Fire extinguishers are for minor fires only.
  • Lower Level (3): Hallway near coat pegs, Mechanical Room, By the back door
  • First Floor (3): Across from kitchen, Elm Street door entry to sanctuary, Back of sanctuary
  • Second Floor (4): At sanctuary volunteer desk, In corner next to Rm 204, Blinn Room wall near door to the steeple, West Reception wall near AV closet

When you hear the fire alarm

  • Evacuate the building calmly and immediately, moving away from the fire.
    • Close the doors to your immediate area as you leave.
    • Do not use the elevator.
    • Avoid smoke-filled areas.
    • Assist others who might need help exiting the building.
  • Emergency gathering location: The Bedford Common in front of the church
  • Is everyone accounted for? If not, inform the fire deparment.

FIRE

 

 

INTRUDER / ASSAULT

…unwelcome, trespassing, belligerent, or suspicious stranger

  • Ask someone to accompany you when you approach
  • Greet the person and identify yourself. Ask, “Can I help you?”
  • If the person’s purpose is not legitimate, ask them to leave.
  • Accompany them to the exit.

 

If a belligerent person refuses to leave

  • Call 911 giving a full description of the person and their location.
  • Walk away from the person to a safe place if there is any indication of violence.
  • Keep others away.
  • Stay aware of the person’s location and whether they are carrying a weapon, package, or other suspicious object.

 

An assault or fight

  • Call 911 if there is:
    • A visible weapon. (Do we need to include these?)
    • A substantial injury.
    • Any sexual assault.
  • Notify a staff person.
  • Demand the combatant(s) stop.
  • Administer first aid (if needed).
  • Take photos or video of the situation.

INTRUDER / ASSAULT

 

 

SHOOTER / WEAPON

Shooter or person using a dangerous weapon

  • Call 911 and notify a staff member, giving as much detail as possible.
  • Assess the assailant’s location, any injuries, and potential for additional injury.
  • Move away from the shooter or person using a weapon.
    • If outside, enter the building, helping others enter. Close and bar all doors.
    • If inside, exit the building and help others leave if possible. If evacuation is not possible,
      • Get down, hide, close and lock/barricade doors to the room you are in.
      • Lower window shades, turn off lights, remain quiet and behind cover.
      • Stay low, away from doors and windows; do not peek out; stay quiet and in place until police arrive.
      • If in close proximity to the assailant,
    • Lie motionless and pretend to be unconscious.
    • Do not interfere with the assailant except for self-protection.

Note: Do we train adults with A. L. I. C. E. (like) procedures?

SHOOTER / WEAPON

 

 

CRITICAL TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Ambulance (Bedford Fire and Police)

911

 

Bedford Fire Department

911

non-emergency: 781-275-7262

  

Bedford Police Department

911

non-emergency: 781-275-1212

  

Poison Control, national, 24/7

800-222-1222

  

First Parish in Bedford

781-275-7994

 

(Any other numbers?) Whose?                                                       updated 10/25/18

 

 

 

CRITICAL TELEPHONE NUMBERS                     

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