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EMERGENCY AND SAFETY PLAN

LDS BUSINESS COLLEGE 95 NORTH 300 WEST

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84101

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Headquarters Facilities Division

Revised: March 5, 2008

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. ORGANIZATION Page

A. PURPOSE STATEMENT............................................................................................................ 1 B. PERSONNEL............................................................................................................................... 1 C. BUILDING SPECIFIC INFORMATION................................................................................... 2 D. ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW........................................................................................... 2 E. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES......................................................................................... 3 F. COMMUNICATIONS................................................................................................................ 4 G. FLOOR COMMAND POST....................................................................................................... 5

II. TRAINING PROGRAM

A. OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................ 5 B. PROGRAMS FOR THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM.................................................. 5 C. PROGRAMS FOR THE BUILDING OCCUPANTS................................................................ 6

III. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

A. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES...................................................................................................... 6 * Building Occupant Actions * Emergency Response Team Actions

B. FIRE OR EXPLOSION EMERGENCY...................................................................................... 6 * Building Occupant Actions * Emergency Response Team Actions

C. EARTHQUAKES......................................................................................................................... 8 * Building Occupant Actions * Emergency Response Team Actions

D. BOMB THREAT, EXPLOSION OR SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY................................................ 8 * Building Occupant Actions * Emergency Response Team Actions

E. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT................................................................................... 9 * Building Occupant Actions * Emergency Response Team Actions

F. POWER FAILURE........................................................................................................................ 10 * Building Occupant Actions * Emergency Response Team Actions

G. FLOODING.................................................................................................................................... 11 * Building Occupant Actions * Emergency Response Team Actions

H. WEATHER EXTREMES............................................................................................................... 11

I. CIVIL DISORDER......................................................................................................................... 11

J. EMERGENCY BUILDING CLOSURE........................................................................................ 12

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IV. APPENDIX

A. FLOOR PLAN DIAGRAM............................................................................................................ 12

B. AREA SPECIFIC EVACUATION INSTRUCTIONS................................................................... 12

C. BUILDING OCCUPANT EMERGENCY SKILLS ASSESSMENT............................................ 13

D. HANDICAPPED PERSONNEL LIST........................................................................................... 14

E. MONTHLY EMERGENCY AND SAFETY CHECK LIST......................................................... 15

F. EVACUATION OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES........................................................ 16

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A. PURPOSE STATEMENT:

To provide safety and evacuation procedures for building occupants and visitors in the event of an emergency, including fire, bomb threats, earthquakes, etc.

B. PERSONNEL

BUILDING ORGANIZATION

Bldg Emergency Coordinator (Facilities Mgr) – Ryan Bateman, 2-9333, Cell 633-5152, Home 884-3663 Assistant Bldg. Emergency Coordinator (Assistant Facilities Mgr) – Travis Gividen 2-9233, Cell 885-7820 Security Operations and Communications Control Center ext. 2-2771 Safety Coordinator – Bill Abbott, Office Phone 240-1999, Cell Phone 718-2194 1st FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Troy Woodhouse, 524-8159 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Sean Farris, 524-8182 Emergency Response Team Searcher Matt Tittle, 524-8146 Emergency Response Team Searcher Tamra Taylor, 524-8105 2nd FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Doug Horne, 524-8110 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Camille Johnson, 524-8111 Emergency Response Team Searcher Dawn Fellows, 524-8156 Emergency Response Team Searcher Renae Richards, 524-8144 3rd FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Tom Mumford, 524-8123 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Marki Baxter, 524-8120 Emergency Response Team Searcher Karen Hales, 524-8149 Emergency Response Team Searcher Bliss Roberts, 524-8124 4th FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Frank Sano, 524-8147 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Cindy Lampropoulos, 524-8169 Emergency Response Team Searcher Bente Ravneng, 524-8150 Emergency Response Team Searcher Kathy Skene, 524-8118 5th FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Scott Newman, 524-8167 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Kitt Finlinson, 524-8165 Emergency Response Team Searcher Kevin McReynolds, 524-8138 Emergency Response Team Searcher Paul Gardiner, 524-8162 6th FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Tyler Morgan, 524-8161 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Sue Hepworth, 524-8166

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Emergency Response Team Searcher Paul Richards, 524-8139 Emergency Response Team Searcher Matt Weber, 524-8164 7th FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Marjean Lake, 524-8163 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Kris Graham, 524-8168 Emergency Response Team Searcher Lynda Henrie, 524-8136 Emergency Response Team Searcher Andrew Olson, 524-8187 8th FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Miles Hunsaker, 524-8108 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Brett Merkley, 524-8132 Emergency Response Team Searcher Cherrie Evans, 524-8131 Emergency Response Team Searcher Matthew Snow, 524-8186 9th FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Brent Cherrington, 524-8190 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Todd Burris, 524-8189 Emergency Response Team Searcher Mike Tracy, 524-8192 Emergency Response Team Searcher Kaleb Kunzler, 524-8181 10th FLOOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Emergency Response Team Leader Jerry Bryan, 524-8102 Emergency Response Team Assistant Leader Glenn McGettigan, 524-8112 Emergency Response Team Searcher Craig Nelson, 524-8103 Emergency Response Team Searcher Nellie Ashby, 524-8126

C. BUILDING SPECIFIC INFORMATION

General assembly area – Triad Center amphitheater.

Building command post/operations center – Fire Command Center, Main Floor, Room 147

Primary evacuation routes – West central stairwell Secondary evacuation routes – East central stairwell

Medical emergencies - use the "2-2771" emergency number, not the standard city-wide emergency number "911".

D. ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:

The Building Emergency Organization consists of a Building Emergency Coordinator (BEC), an Assistant Building Emergency Coordinator (ABEC), the Church Security Department, a Safety Advisor, and Building Emergency Response Team representatives from each floor of the building.

* During normal working hours the Building Emergency Coordinator or designee will supervise all

emergency and safety activities in cooperation with the Church Security Department. The Assistant Building Emergency Coordinator will assume full responsibility in the absence of the Building Emergency Coordinator.

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* After normal working hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays) Church Security will supervise all emergency activities in the buildings located on the downtown Salt Lake City campus. The Building Emergency Coordinator and Facilities Manager will be notified of the emergency as soon as possible. The Building Emergency Coordinator and/or Facilities Manager will supervise all emergency activities in the buildings located off of the downtown Salt Lake City campus.

* The Church Security Department promotes a safe and peaceful environment in which the mission

of the Church may be accomplished. It provides emergency response to first aid, CPR, fire, and panic alarms, and handles disruptive or threatening influences. At Church headquarters, CSD provides protection for buildings and grounds. Security also establishes general security guidelines, policies, and procedures to be followed by all entities within the Church. CSD administers after hours sign in and out procedures. It also conducts physical security surveys, secures the Church parking facilities and regulates traffic. CSD assists with public relations to Church leaders, employees, visitors, and patrons at Church headquarters. CSD maintains a twenty-four hour Operations and Communications Center.

* The Safety Coordinator will assist with establishment and review of procedures, training, building

inspections, investigation and follow-up to eliminate deficiencies and other safety hazards.

* The Emergency Response Team Leader has complete responsibility for all of the occupants of the floor and authority, under the direction of the Building Emergency Coordinator and Church Security for their safe conduct.

* The Facilities Manager has complete responsibility for the physical structure, oversight of all

maintenance functions within the building, and coordination of all assistance from Headquarters Facilities Division personnel.

Control of an emergency situation for each floor, or building area, will be accomplished by the use of:

1. Floor Emergency Response Teams (ERT) consisting of a leader, assistant leader and adequate

searchers for the area. 2. Church Security, the Building Emergency Coordinator and additional Headquarters Facilities

personnel, as necessary. 3. Response from outside agencies i.e. Police, Fire, etc. 4. Building emergency public address systems. 5. Posted floor directional signs.

E. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (ERT).

Leader's Duties 1. Has complete responsibility for all occupants and areas on assigned floor. 2. Directs the evacuation of all building occupants and visitors within assigned area. The

Leader implements evacuation instructions as received from the BEC, if possible. 3. Verifies, if possible, location, size, and type of fire in the area. 4. Coordinates with Security during a bomb search in assigned area. 5. Makes a frequent inspection of area to maintain safety awareness and files a monthly

emergency and safety inspection report (see appendix) with the Facilities Manager. 6. Establishes a Floor Command Post as a central meeting place where all members of the

ERT will meet to assess and coordinate response in emergency situations. 7. Conducts a Building Occupant Emergency Skills Assessment (see appendix) and keeps

the records accessible at all times. 8. Provides each occupant and phone installation with a copy of the "Emergency Response"

card and Security's "Emergency" number sticker for each telephone. 9. Compiles and maintains an up-to-date list of handicapped persons (see appendix)

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assigned to their floor. Disabilities may include mobility, hearing, visual, or other impairments. The leader assigns stewards to assist with their evacuation.

10. Develops specific evacuation instructions (see appendix) for their assigned area.

Assistant Leader's Duties 1. Directs evacuation activities in assigned sections of their area under general supervision

of the ERT Leader. 2. Notifies all building occupants and visitors when there is an emergency, and then exists

as directed by the ERT Leader. 3. Assists in bomb search of the area. 4. Assumes responsibilities of the ERT Leader when absent.

Searchers' Duties

1. Conducts a search of all rest rooms and other designated areas, informing the building occupants and visitors that an emergency exists.

2. Locates and assists handicapped person(s) to be evacuated safely. 3. Performs other duties assigned to them by the ERT Leader or Assistant Leader. 4. Assists in a bomb search of their area when requested.

Each Leader and Assistant Leader must be thoroughly familiar with: 1. The Building Emergency plan. 2. The location and operation of all available fire alarm systems. 3. All fire control information and equipment. 4. Basic handling and use of a fire extinguisher. 5. All emergency exits and alternate escape routes. 6. Handicapped persons normally in their areas.

During an emergency, members of the Emergency Response Team will identify themselves with a red arm band, as necessary, to perform their duties properly.

F. COMMUNICATIONS

Communication is the most important part of an emergency plan. All parties involved must communicate in a clear, concise manner. Communication with individual floors will be conducted by the following methods: 1. Telephones will be used as the preferred means of communication whenever possible. 2. Church Security and Headquarters Facilities personnel carry hand held two-way radios to assist with emergency communications. 3. The Building Public Address System is a part of the fire alarm control system and may be used to provide information to the entire building or just one floor as necessary.

During an emergency situation it is important that communication lines be kept open. Use them only when absolutely necessary to give or receive appropriate information.

The Security Operations and Communications Center will notify the Police and Fire departments of all emergencies on the downtown Salt Lake City Campus. When the police or fire departments arrive on the scene, the BEC and/or Church Security will meet them upon arrival; direct them to the scene, and work directly with them. The BEC or Facilities Manager will meet the police or fire department upon arrival; direct them to the scene, and work directly with them. When the BEC or Facilities Manager are not present, the individual making the “911” call will meet the police or fire department upon arrival; direct them to the scene, and work directly with them.

G. FLOOR COMMAND POST

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Each Emergency Response Team will have a designated location to meet during an emergency situation. This location will be located in an area with immediate access to the emergency exits. Below are guidelines to assist in your selection of a command post: * Do some pre-planning to select the site. * Ensure you have access to a telephone and that all ERT members know the location and extension

number. * Verify that the area has immediate, unobstructed access to at least two emergency exits. * Maintain a copy of the written plan, the floor plan diagram, the disabled personnel list, and the

occupant skills assessment survey at this location. * Ensure that someone is designated to take over if the ERT Leader leaves the post. * From this area, the ERT Leader can quickly assess which team members are readily available and

the additional areas or responsibilities that will need to be covered. * Any materials that are required to be removed from floor i.e., back up computer data, material

safety data sheets, etc. may be stored at this location. A steward should be assigned responsibility for their removal.

H. OVERVIEW OF TRAINING PROGRAM

Training of the Emergency Response Team members and other personnel shall be under the direction of the BEC. Detailed training programs for the types of emergencies that may be encountered will be directed toward: 1. Training leaders, asst. leaders, and searchers in their individual and team responsibilities. 2. Educating building occupants about appropriate responses during an emergency. 3. Conducting evaluations and/or drills to reinforce training. 4. Increasing awareness of fire prevention practices and overall work and building safety.

The training program for the Emergency Response Team is designed to acquaint them with the different types of emergencies that may occur, and to identify individual responsibilities and how to work together and coordinate all aspects of each emergency situation.

The occupant training program will be coordinated by the ERT Leader on each floor. It is the responsibility of the ERT to train occupants within their assigned area. Occupants should receive sufficient training and knowledge to be able to respond appropriately, in the event of an emergency.

I. TRAINING PROGRAM FOR THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

Periodic training programs for leaders and asst. leaders are necessary to maintain each member's familiarity with emergency and evacuation procedures. The objectives of this program are to help you: 1. Educate and train building occupants. 2. Gain knowledge of fire and accident prevention. 3. Conduct effective evaluations and drills. 4. Review concepts of general work and building safety.

Basic responsibilities and training are contained in this written plan and further developed through the initial and periodic training sessions given by the BEC, Safety Advisor, and other qualified instruction.

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J. TRAINING PROGRAM FOR BUILDING OCCUPANTS

1. Occupants will be given training and instructions by the ERT so that in the event of an emergency, they will respond appropriately.

2. A basic knowledge of good fire prevention practices will be taught to occupants to assist in fire prevention. Noted fire hazards will be corrected as soon as possible, after being reported to the ERT Leader. Good fire prevention practices are the best safeguard against an actual fire.

3. A basic concept of safety awareness and safe work practices will be encouraged. 4. This training can take place in special training sessions, prayer meetings, etc. and should cover all

outlined emergency procedures. 5. New occupants on a floor will be oriented with the basic emergency information, by a member of

the ERT, as soon as possible. Every occupant will receive periodic training or review on an ongoing basis.

6. There are training aids available thru Headquarters Facilities - Safety Office to assist in training occupants in evacuation procedures, fire extinguisher use, basic first aid, fire prevention, earthquake preparedness, etc.

K. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

* BUILDING OCCUPANT ACTIONS

In the event of a medical emergency such as heart attack, severe injury, or illness and the individual cannot safely go to the Health Unit Nurse, do the following:

1. Treat the person, if trained, with first aid/CPR as appropriate until help arrives. 2. Have someone call Security at ext. 2-2771 for help and notify an emergency response

team member on your floor or the shift supervisor. 3. Keep the victim as comfortable as possible. 4. Follow instructions from medical personnel and Security after they arrive.

* EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM ACTIONS

It is critical that an individual receive immediate help in a medical emergency situation. A matter of minutes or even seconds can mean the difference between life and death. The appropriate response by an ERT member may make that difference. Training classes are available through many local community organizations. We encourage each member of the ERT be trained in basic first aid and CPR. The following steps can assist in providing immediate critical care for an individual in an emergency: 1. Be sure someone has contacted Security at ext. 2-2771 and verify that help is on the way. 2. Administer or assist with first aid or CPR as appropriate. 3. Utilize the Building Occupant Emergency Skills Assessment to locate others in your area who have additional skills or training.

4. Assist arriving medical personnel and Security as requested. L. FIRE OR EXPLOSION EMERGENCY


1. Reporting of Fires All fires, no matter how slight, must be reported immediately upon discovery. Many small fires get out of control because of delayed notification. Upon discovery of a fire: * Pull the nearest fire alarm (usually located by the fire exits). * Call Security at ext. 2-2771 for help and report the fire and its location to your emergency

response team member or your shift supervisor * Proceed to your assigned evacuation area. Do Not use the elevators. * Follow instructions for evacuation.

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2. If the ceiling sprinklers come on

* Call Security at ext. 2-2771 * Notify your ERT member. * Proceed to your assigned evacuation area.

* EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM ACTIONS A fire or explosion shall mean immediate evacuation of the involved floor and possible evacuation of adjoining floors. The Emergency Response Team will operate as follows for a fire or explosive emergency:

1. Upon notification that a fire and/or explosive exists on the floor, the leader will report the emergency as follows: a. Activate a fire alarm box if it has not been done. b. Telephone Security - Operations and Communication Center, ext. 2-2771

2. The ERT will assemble at the Floor Command Post. The ERT Leader will coordinate with the Assistant Leaders and Searchers to conduct a thorough search and evacuate floor if necessary.

3. Searchers will report to the Leader that the floor, rest rooms, and special areas are clear of occupants and visitors.

4. The ERT Leader will begin evacuation of the building while a search is being conducted. When the floor is completely evacuated, a member of the ERT will report to the Team Leader. One member of the ERT will be assigned to lead the evacuation. When the ERT and other occupants reach ground level, they should proceed to their designated assembly area.

5. If safe, the ERT Leader will report to the BEC or a member of the responding agency and inform them that the floor has been evacuated and whether all persons are accounted for, if anyone is missing, and the location of any disabled persons.

6. Until otherwise instructed by the BEC, the ERT Leader will hold the floor occupants at the assembly area until the order for re-entry into the building is given.

Extinguishing and/or Controlling Fires Fire extinguishment and control is the responsibility of the fire department. Before attempting to extinguish or control a fire, make certain that you or someone else has:

a. Transmitted a fire alarm. b. Begun evacuation of building occupants from the fire area. c. Secured the proper type of extinguisher for the fire. Fire extinguishing devices are located

on each floor of the building. It is important to become familiar with their location before a fire occurs. Use should be limited to small controllable fires only (about the size of a small waste basket). Do not attempt to extinguish a large fire. Know what type of extinguisher you are using and how to properly use it before trying to extinguish a fire. If there is any doubt, evacuate, and let the fire department handle it!

d. Fire hoses should not be used by the ERT or building occupants.

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M. EARTHQUAKES


All persons are to remain in the building and to take the necessary safety precautions for protection against injury. The following earthquake safety instructions should be observed by all building occupants: 1. Get under cover (such as a desk, table, or doorway); move away from the windows, bookcases,

etc., to avoid falling debris. 2. Remain calm and wait for instructions to evacuate. 3. Do not leave the floor; do not use elevators or stairways. 4. After the initial quake, take the following precautions:

a. Be ready for after shocks. b. Treat the injured people with first aid/CPR as appropriate. Don't more victims unless

they are in danger. In case of serious injury, call Security, ext. 2-2771 and notify your emergency response team member or your shift supervisor.

c. Put out small fires with a portable fire extinguisher. d. If you smell gas, take appropriate action: open windows; do not use matches, candles, or

electrical switches; if it's safe to do so, shut down the electrical power at the source; unplug phones; do not use flash lights, battery-powered radios, or anything electrical unless it is safe for use in hazardous locations.

e. If you do not smell gas, hang up all phones; do not use them except to report emergencies; rely on emergency light-sticks if necessary; turn on a battery-powered radio.

f. Avoid areas where the building may be damaged. Wait in a safe place for instructions. You could be there for several hours. Expect fire alarms and other protection systems to activate. Don't flush toilets until you are sure that sewer lines are intact.


The ERT Leader and Team members shall be in control of the situation on their floor. After the quake has passed, the ERT Leader will assess the conditions on their floor and respond as appropriate while waiting for instructions from the BEC. If the quake has been a severe one, the ERT Leader will have all uninjured building occupants and visitors congregate in a safe location to prepare for possible evacuation after the quake has passed. After shocks will occur, so be prepared.

Building occupants and visitors should not be allowed to leave the building. Evacuation will be made, if determined to be necessary, by the BEC after the quake. Evacuations will proceed as soon as the building can be evaluated for structural integrity and occupants can be moved safely. Requests for emergency first aid should be made to the Security - Operations and Communications Center at ext. 2-2771. If the quake has been severe, availability of emergency forces may be delayed for long periods of time. First aid may have to be administered to the injured until they can be attended to by trained medical professionals or transported to a hospital for treatment. Fire equipment may also be delayed due to blocked streets, communication failures or an overload of requests for their services throughout the city. The most important thing to remember is - STAY CALM!

N. BOMB THREAT, EXPLOSION, OR SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY


In the event a bomb threat is received, the following procedure will be followed: 1. Do not touch or disturb suspicious objects.

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2. If you receive a bomb threat by telephone, obtain as much information as possible (detonation time, location of the bomb, type and size, why it was placed in the building, caller's voice type).

3. Report any bomb threat (or suspicious activities or objects) to Security at ext. 2-2771 and follow instructions from Security (Or Emergency Personnel).

4. If you observe a search or are told of a bomb threat, remain calm and wait for instructions.


In the event a bomb threat is received, the ERT may be utilized in searching the area. The members of the ERT will be most familiar with their surroundings and can help authorities concentrate in those areas where most needed.

1. Notification - The following people will be notified by Church Security: a. Building Emergency Coordinator b. Appropriate law enforcement agencies c. Emergency Response Team Leader if necessary

If contacted, the ERT Leader will notify members of the ERT to assemble at the Floor Command Post for instructions.

2. Search teams utilizing the ERT Leader, Asst. Leader, and Searchers may begin an inspection of assigned areas as directed after receiving instructions from Church Security and the Building Emergency Coordinator.

3. Suspicious objects. If found------ a. Do not touch or move. b. Notify ERT Leader. c. ERT Leader then notifies Church Security, ext. 2-2771

4. Evacuation of the building, in the event of a bomb threat, will be determined by the Church Security and the Building Emergency Coordinator.

5. If an evacuation is deemed necessary, those evacuated should be instructed to remove their personal items as they evacuate, i.e. purses, coats, etc.

If a bomb explodes on an occupied floor, evacuation procedures shall be the same as for a fire. Procedures are outlined in section III-B. The ERT will begin the evacuation immediately of those able to leave the building without assistance. The ERT Leader will contact Security at ext. 2-2771 regarding the explosion. The Leader will relay information available concerning the extent of the casualties and structural damage that occurred. The BEC shall be notified by Church Security and the evacuation of adjacent floors will be made, if necessary before the arrival of the city emergency personnel.

O. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SPILL


In the event of a hazardous materials incident the following steps should be followed: 1. Do not approach the spill. 2. Evacuate and isolate the affected area immediately. 3. Call Security, ext. 2-2771, and notify your floor emergency response team or your shift

supervisor. 4. Help keep others out of the area until help arrives, and wait in a safe place for

instructions.


In the event of a hazardous materials incident within this facility, it may be necessary to evacuate only a small area or the entire floor. It is important that Security be given as much information about the spill as possible so that they may respond appropriately. The following steps will assist the ERT in dealing with

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a hazardous materials incident: 1. Notify Security at ext. 2-2771 and give them as much information as possible about the

material, the location of the incident, and any injuries. They will then contact either the HFD Haz-Mat Small Spill Response unit or the Hazardous Materials Response Unit of the Fire Department.

2. The evacuation of a room, area, or floor may be necessary due to harmful vapors. The ERT may be used to isolate a given area until arrival of Security personnel. If the entire floor must be evacuated immediately, a fire alarm may be activated, notifying everyone in a specified area that there is a problem. If there is any doubt about the potential danger, evacuate the floor. If necessary, the evacuation should begin immediately while Security contacts the proper response personnel.

3. Only attempt rescue of injured or trapped persons if it is possible to do so without jeopardizing your own safety. Remove them from the immediate area. Don't become a victim by attempting to rescue someone who is overcome by fumes during a hazardous material release. If necessary, evacuate the area and send for response personnel who have the proper equipment.

4. Do not walk into or touch spilled material. Avoid inhalation of all gases, fumes, and smoke, even if no hazardous materials are involved.

The possibility of an outside hazardous materials incident exists. Instructions on response to this type of incident will be given by the BEC, in cooperation with Church Security. The ERT Leader will be contacted by phone and given specific instructions to be followed. Occupants may be requested to remain inside the building until conditions allow for the safe evacuation of the area.

P. POWER FAILURE


In the event of a loss of power to the building, the most important thing to remember is - remain calm! Some facilities may be equipped with an emergency generator to provide emergency power. After a brief delay, the generator will engage and provide emergency power for limited lighting, phones, and other identified critical functions.

If it is determined that the outage may last for an extended period of time, the President of LDS Business College will authorize the BEC to evacuate the building as necessary.


In the event of an extended power outage, the ERT can be utilized to assure occupants and visitors that the situation is under control. The ERT may also be used to help stage and coordinate an evacuation, if it becomes necessary. The following steps will help if an outage occurs:

1. Remain calm. Offer reassurance to others in your area. Speak in a calm voice and offer assistance where necessary,

2. Do not use the elevators until instructed to do so. 3. Limited emergency lighting will be available after a short delay. Normal or emergency

phone service may be available. 4. A member of the ERT should contact Security at ext. 2-2771 and let them know the

conditions on the floor. Discourage others from calling to help keep the phone lines open for emergency calls.

5. If an evacuation becomes necessary instructions will be given by the Building Emergency Coordinator. Evacuation should be conducted in a calm, orderly manner. Turn off any equipment or lights that were known to be on. This may prevent damage to the equipment as power is restored.

6. Conduct a thorough search of the area to ensure that everyone has been evacuated and

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then report to the BEC or Church Security. Q. FLOODING (INTERNAL OR EXTERNAL)


There is a potential for both internal (pipe break, ground water seepage, etc.) and external (heavy rain, river overflow, etc.) flooding within this building. Quick response can prevent extensive damage to Church property. If flooding should occur, the following guidelines will assist you:

1. Notify Security at ext. 2-2771 and give them as much information as possible about the source, location, etc. They will notify Headquarters Facilities to dispatch personnel to assist with preventative measures or clean-up activities.

2. Take action immediately to limit water damage. It may be necessary to move equipment and furniture to higher floors, cover items with plastic sheeting, perform sand bagging, etc. in your own area. Your immediate response will save valuable church property and limit damages. This will expedite the resumption of business activities.


In the event of either internal or external flooding, the ERT may be called upon to assist in various areas of the operation, some of which might include:

1. Providing immediate manpower for sand bagging to prevent outside water from entering the facility.

2. Assist with protection or covering vital records, equipment, furniture, and other items in the event of an internal flood.

3. Relocating items out of an already flooded or potential flood area to prevent further damages.

4. Assisting with clean up operations after a flood has subsided. R. WEATHER EXTREMES

In the event of a severe storm, high winds, etc. occupants should move to an interior location of the building, away from exterior windows, and remain in the building. If conditions warrant the closure of the facilities, the President of LDS Business College will notify college team leaders to suspend normal work operations and begin a phased release of building occupants. Those building occupants with the greatest distance to travel will be released first. Check with the Highway Patrol and listen to a radio for road closures and traveling conditions. Travel with extreme caution and be prepared for long delays.

S. CIVIL DISORDER

As a result of the high visibility of the Church, it may be a target for disruptive actions. These actions may include;

* Orderly peaceful demonstrations * Riots * Snipers * Kidnapping * Theft * Arson * Taking of hostages

If in the event you should witness or suspect any of these types of activities, please contact Church Security immediately at ext. 2-2771. Assess the situation and relay as much information as possible. Remember to stay calm, avoid over reaction, and avoid confrontation if at all possible.

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T. EMERGENCY BUILDING CLOSURE

It may become necessary to close the building under certain circumstances such as: * Loss of utilities * Weather extremes * Hazardous materials incident (either inside the building or in the immediate area.) * Request by city officials

In the event a building closure becomes necessary, and does not require an immediate evacuation, the President of LDS Business College will authorize the BEC to evacuate the building. U. FLOOR PLAN DIAGRAM

A Floor Plan Diagram should be posted on each floor, and include the following information: * Location of fire alarms * Location of fire extinguishers * Location of emergency exits * Exit routes from the floor * Location of Floor Command Post

V. AREA-SPECIFIC EVACUATION INSTRUCTIONS

Include any specific information to be used in an evacuation of this area. These instructions are to be developed by the Emergency Response Team in cooperation with the Building Emergency Coordinator.

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W. BUILDING OCCUPANT SKILLS ASSESSMENT SURVEY

Building Emergency Response Team Are you interested in participating? __ Yes __ No Medical Training __ First Aid--Level Ability________________ __ CPR--Level of Ability_________________ Search and Rescue Experience or Training __ Military __ Other (Please explain) ___________________________________ Fire Fighting __ Military __ Experienced Fireman __ Volunteer __ Other ________________ ___________________________________ Survival Training (If so, please explain with date taken) ___________________________________ Law Enforcement __ Military __ Former Police Officer __ Security Guard __ Other ___________________________ Communications __ Ham Operator __ CB __Telephone Operator __ Other __________________________

Foreign Languages Language ________ Fluency _________ Language ________ Fluency _________ Mechanical Ability __ Auto Repair __ Other ___________ Construction Ability __ Electrical __ Plumbing __ Carpentry Experience in Emergency Situation (Please explain type of experience, if any)__________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Emergency Vehicles Vehicles regularly at work which could be useful in an emergency __ Motorcycle/Bike __ 4-Wheel Drive __ RV or Van __ Pickup Truck __ Station Wagon __ Other Parking Location ________________________ Other Useful Information ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

Name _____________________________________________ Home Phone ___________________Office Ext.___________ Dept. /Div. _________________________________________ Office Location _____________________________________

Are you a member of any Emergency Service Organization, or do you have special related training not covered in this Survey? The information you provide will assist us in creating a more positive environment in the case of disaster. We appreciate your support. Upon completion please return to: _________________________________________

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X. HANDICAPPED PERSONNEL LIST Please indicate extent of disability and whether temporary or permanent: Name Name Dept.__________________________ Dept.__________________________ Room/Location Ext. Room/Location Ext. Disability Disability Assigned steward Assigned steward Name Name_____________________________ Dept.___________________________ Dept.______________________________ Room/Location Ext. Room/Location Ext. Disability Disability Assigned steward Assigned steward Name Name Dept.____________________________ Dept.__________________________ Room/Location Ext. Room/Location Ext. Disability Disability Assigned steward Assigned steward Name Name_____________________________ Dept.___________________________ Dept._____________________________ Room/Location Ext. Room/Location Ext. Disability Disability Assigned steward Assigned steward

Please return completed form to: Ryan Bateman, Facilities Manager Headquarters Facilities Division

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Y. MONTHLY EMERGENCY AND SAFETY CHECK LIST LOCATION

OK

NEEDS ATTN.

ITEMS CHECKED

Emergency Response Team (ERT) organization complete with at least one assistant and adequate searchers

Monthly ERT organization meeting was held

Quarterly training meeting held with all floor occupants

New building occupants trained in emergency evacuation procedures (Train within 30 days of assignment)

Hallway and aisles leading to emergency exits are kept clear. (Required by Life Safety Code for egress)

Emergency exit signs present and visible.

All areas clear of fire hazards.

All areas clear of safety hazards.

General storage areas are clean and free of combustibles.

Spills on floors are cleaned up promptly.

Covers are on all electrical switches and outlets.

File cabinet drawers are closed when not in use.

Cords are not crossing walkways.

Are emergency lightsticks in place? (Replace outdated or missing lightsticks through 2L Supply)

Are Disaster Medical Kits and seals in place? (Inspection lists and supplies available through 2L Supply)

Shelving is adequately anchored to the wall and tops are kept clear. (Personal safety during seismic activity)

Other safety problems - please explain using back of page:

*****MONTHLY FIRE EXTINGUISHER CHECKLIST*****

All extinguishers present. Are emergency light sticks in place inside cabinets?

Located in designated places

No obstructions to access or visibility

Operating instructions intact, legible, and facing outward

Seals and tamper indicators in place and unbroken

Determine fullness by hefting

Examine for obvious physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or clogged nozzle

Pressure indicator in operating range

Initial inspection completed on the back of the Annual Certification Tag. (Initial in the appropriate blocks)

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS OR NOTES: (Use next page if necessary)

DATE

TEAM LEADER EXTENSION BUILDING FLOOR

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Z. EVACUATION OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (April 1999) GENERAL INFORMATION People who live with disabilities will usually, but not always, know best what kind of assistance they will need. Be sure to ask how you may help before assisting. Many disabled persons do not use obvious aids and are not visibly restricted. However, they may have difficulty evacuating safely by themselves. These people might have heart or respiratory difficulties, back pain, or other internal conditions which are not outwardly present. As a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), try to be aware of, or pre-identify anyone who may need assistance. It is vital that a co-worker be assigned as a steward/advocate to assist them. Please remember that each emergency situation will be different and that it becomes the responsibility of the ERT to use their best judgment, while making use of any available resources. In an emergency situation, you may need to call out, “Who needs help?” Be alert for those people unable to respond because of a hearing impairment or injury. Our main focus in the following sections is on assisting individuals with mobility-related disabilities. Keep in mind that practicing the evacuation techniques outlined in this document will improve your performance and confidence in a real emergency. However, safety of each individual is of the utmost importance. Never put anyone at unnecessary risk, either during a practice session or in a real emergency. Always keep in mind that it is safe to place the mobility-impaired individual on the fire landing and have them remain there with an assigned steward, notifying authorities as soon as practical of their location. WHEELCHAIRS1- Most literature states that the wheelchair should be left behind in an evacuation. Many individuals who regularly use a manual wheelchair disagree strongly with this assumption. A person’s wheel chair is their means of mobility and, without it, they need continuing support and assistance. Evacuation in a manual wheelchair (with two assistants)-

To go down stairs, the stronger assistant should be in back of the wheelchair. The chair should be positioned facing down the stairs since their body weight will be tipped back.

If the occupant of the wheelchair does not have a safety belt already attached, be sure to secure them with a scarf, belt, rope, or whatever else may be available.

If you remove the footrests, be sure they are taken also. The assistant in back of the wheelchair should tilt the wheelchair backwards by grabbing the push handles,

placing a foot on the tipping lever, and pushing down until the front wheels are well off the floor. The wheelchair should now be balanced and moveable on its rear wheels.

The assistant in front of the chair should firmly grasp the frame of the wheelchair when it is tipped back. Do not grasp the removable armrest or footrest unless they are locked securely. These may become detached.

The assistant at the back of the wheelchair should stand with his/her feet apart for a wide balanced base of support. Then bend at the knees and lean back. This helps to control the downward motion of the wheelchair as it is being lowered one step at a time.

The assistant in front helps control the downward motion. Do not lift, just guide the chair forward. Roll the large wheels over the edge of the step, controlling the forward and downward movement of the wheelchair against the edge of the step.

Repeat for each step, repositioning and resting as necessary. EVACUATION OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES - (continued)

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Evacuating a person in a powered wheelchair either up or down stairs is extremely difficult. The weight of the equipment alone makes it nearly impossible and the chair is unable to be tipped backwards. For these reasons, the following recommendations and techniques in this section on wheelchairs are for individuals using a manual wheelchair only.

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TRANSFERS TO AN ALTERNATE EVACUATION DEVICE- A disabled person may be in a wheelchair and require transferring to another means of conveyance in an emergency. Before beginning the transfer, ask the wheelchair user what is the best way for them to transfer. If they don=t know or are unable to communicate with you, then tell them clearly what you are planning to do. An alternate evacuation device may range from a commercial product, designed specifically for evacuation, to a standard fixed-arm, office side chair. If using a fixed-arm office side chair, many of the techniques discussed in the section on manual wheelchair evacuation are applicable. During the transfer, use good body mechanics: bend at the knees, keep your back straight and stomach in. Keep the person you are transferring close to your body in order to maintain support and reduce back strain. Two Person - Cradle Transfer

Always position the person in the wheelchair next to the evacuation device before beginning the transfer. The wheelchair and the evacuation device should be positioned at a 45-degree angle to each other and far enough apart to allow room for the assistants to move freely between them.

Lock the wheelchair in place. Remove the armrests and footrests, if time permits. The two assistants position themselves on each side of the disabled person. They then reach their arms

behind the individual=s back and grasp each other=s forearm with their hands, to form a wristlock. The person being assisted places his/her arms firmly around both assistants shoulders. If the person being

transferred has limited arm mobility, each assistant places the person=s nearest hand over the assistant=s head and rests it on their outside shoulder.

The assistants place their free arm under the individual=s thighs, grasping each other=s wrist. Counting, Aone, two, three, lift,@ both assistants lift, using their legs to carry the weight.

Stepping together, move the disabled person forward from the wheel chair to the evacuation device and gently lower onto the device.

Two Person - Fore and Aft Transfer This transfer is useful if one assistant is stronger than the other.

Lock the wheelchair in place. Remove the armrests and footrests, if time permits. The stronger assistant stands behind the wheelchair and slides his/her arms under the armpits of the person to

be evacuated. With the right hand, grasp the left wrist of the person in the wheelchair. With the left hand, grip the individual=s right wrist. Cross arms, placing one arm on top of the other. This provides a strong lifting base and secures the arms of the person being lifted.

The assistant in front should face the person in the wheelchair and hook one hand under each thigh of the disabled person, holding securely.

On a predetermined signal, both assistants lift vertically. The weight should be carried by the legs, not the back.

To complete the transfer, step to the side and lower the person into the evacuation device. ONE PERSON CARRIES - There are two basic methods for one person to carry a non-ambulatory individual . . . Packstrap

Scoot the person to the front of the chair. With your back to the person, squat or kneel as close as possible. Grab the individual=s arms with your hands, and place around your shoulders. Keeping your back straight, push up with your legs, assisting the person to stand. Use furniture or, at the stairs, the handrail to help keep your balance.

The packstrap technique restricts the breathing of the person being carried and may precipitate leg spasms. This method is not recommended to transfer anyone over long distances.

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Piggy-Back

Scoot the person to the front of the chair, keeping him/her in a sitting position. Stay close, with your back to the person, placing his/her hands around your shoulders.

Wrap each of your arms around the person=s legs. Your elbows should tuck under the thighs, with your wrists and hands at the knees.

Stand slowly, using good body mechanics. The piggy-back technique causes less restriction of breathing. Lifting a person for the piggy-back may be

easier at the top of a flight of stairs, where you can use the handrail for support. One Person Drag This may be the choice of evacuation if the disabled person is already on the ground or unconscious, and there is no one else available to help you.

Slide your arms under the armpits of the person to be evacuated. Grasp the person’s right wrist with your left hand, and then grasp the left wrist with your right hand. Cross your arms and, as gently as possible, drag the person down the stairs head first. Try to lift the individual=s body as far off the ground as possible, with only the person=s feet on the ground

as you drag. Move slowly in order to prevent injuring their feet

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