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EMERGENCY PLANNING GUIDE October, 1998 California Institute of Technology Safety Office 1201 E. California Blvd. MC 25-6 Pasadena, CA 91125 (626) 395-6727

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EMERGENCY PLANNINGGUIDE

October, 1998

California Institute of TechnologySafety Office

1201 E. California Blvd. MC 25-6Pasadena, CA 91125

(626) 395-6727

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Emergency Planning Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 1

Getting Organized 2Meeting 2Tasks 2

Evacuation Plan 3Building Coordinators 3Emergency Assembly Area 4Walk-Through 4Floor Wardens 4Training 5Practice 5

Appendix A: Essential Functions, Emergency Policy, and Priorities 6Appendix B: Building Coordinators 8Appendix C: Floor Wardens 10Appendix D: Emergency Kits 11Appendix E: Conducting a Building Evacuation Drill 14Appendix F: Evacuation of Individuals With Special Needs 16Appendix G:Emergency Telephone Numbers 19Appendix H:Laboratory Self-Assessment 20Appendix I: Office Area Self-Assessment 22Appendix J: Residential Housing Self-Assessment 24Appendix K:Assessment Matrix 26Appendix L: Other Resources 27

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Emergency Planning Guide 1

INTRODUCTION

By definition, an emergency spells damage andchaos. To protect lives and property, the Institutehas a campus-wide emergency response plan to dealwith disasters such as an earthquake. To optimallyprotect departments and divisions, however, manyactivities must be carried out locally andindividually. The following are guidelines to assistdepartments and divisions in developing emergencyplans.

In an emergency the first priority is life safety. Asimple and well-designed evacuation plan willprepare staff to properly respond to an emergency(not panic) and to inform them where to assembleoutside their building.

The evacuation plan is only the first part of yourdepartment's or division's overall emergency planthat should specify organizational priorities,functions, resources, and procedures. Afterformulating your plan, submit the plan to the CrisisManagement Committee to inform them of the rolethe department/division will take in aiding orrequesting help from the Institute.

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Emergency Planning Guide 2

GETTING ORGANIZED

MEETING Each department/division should form a team madeup of key department/division members such as headadministrators, managers, and supervisors. Select adepartment/division emergency coordinator to leadthe planning process, and meet regularly until youdevelop an emergency plan.

TASKS Discuss and divide the following jobs among thecommittee members:

• Identify the essential function of thedepartment/division and establish an emergencypolicy including chain of command andorganizational priorities during emergencies (SeeAppendix A: Essential Functions, EmergencyPolicy, and Priorities).

• Evaluate resources and recruit volunteers. Thisincludes identifying trained individuals that arewilling to administer First Aid and CPR in anemergency.

• Select for each building an emergency buildingcoordinator (See Appendix B: BuildingCoordinators), floor wardens (See Appendix C:Floor Wardens), assembly area, and evacuationroutes.

• Prepare or purchase emergency kits for thedepartments/division and individual members(See Appendix D: Emergency Kits).

• Educate and train department/division memberson emergency preparedness. The Safety Officecurrently provides this trainingwill assist in thisarea.

• Put the plan in writing (consistent with theInstitute emergency plan), revise it periodicallyas needed, and periodically put it into practice asan exercise (See Appendix E: Conducting anEmergency Evacuation Drill).

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Emergency Planning Guide 3

EVACUATION PLAN

Caltech has taken a number of steps to ensure lifesafety and to protect the Institute against thedamaging effects of hazards. Institute actionsinclude fire protection systems, earthquakereinforcements, and safety programs designed toreduce the risks to the Institute community. TheInstitute's general emergency procedures describebasic responses to a wide variety of emergencies,such as fires, hazardous material spills, and medicalemergencies.

Each department/division should have evacuationplans in place for each building. Elements of thisinclude responsibilities assigned to individuals,identifying exit routes and assembly, and training.

BUILDING COORDINATORS Departments/divisions should designate BuildingCoordinators and an alternate for each building orarea under their jurisdiction. These BuildingCoordinators will work with the Safety Office todevelop evacuation plans and help in training anddisseminating relevant information to the buildingoccupants (See Appendix B: BuildingCoordinators).

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Emergency Planning Guide 4

EVACUATION PLAN

EMERGENCY ASSEMBLYAREA

An emergency assembly area location will be chosenby the Safety Office and department/divisionemergency planning committee. Building occupantswill assemble there after an emergency for a headcount. The area should be open, away fromstructures, power lines, trees, and overhead hazards.It must be accessible to emergency workers andequipment, but not blocking access to the buildingor fire hydrant. Note the area on the evacuationmap.

WALK-THROUGH Department/division emergency planning committeeshould obtain floor plans from Physical Plant(Engineering & Estimating) and conduct a walk-through of each floor in each building. Locate andnote:

• Fire extinguishers• Manual fire alarm pull stations• Exit locations. Exits are continuous and

unobstructed means of egress to a public way.• Number of floors and adjacent buildings.• Critical operations and hazardous materials.• Utility shut-off.

Develop an evacuation map for each floor. Includeon each map the building and floor, safety features(i.e., fire extinguishers, fire alarm pull stations),evacuation routes, and the assembly area. Postevacuation maps in key locations (such as elevatorlobbies) or otherwise make available to buildingoccupants.

FLOOR WARDENS Designate floor wardens and alternates on each flooror area (See Appendix C: Floor Wardens).

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Emergency Planning Guide 5

EVACUATION PLAN

TRAINING Departments/divisions should present a brief trainingsession for all staff. Inform staff of emergency exits,emergency assembly areas, ways to assist peoplewith disabilities, and general emergency procedures.

PRACTICE Department/division should schedule an evacuationdrill. Security and the Safety Office will participate.Maintain records on file of each drill (See AppendixE: Conducting a Building Evacuation Drill).

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APPENDIX A: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS,EMERGENCY POLICY, AND PRIORITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION Describe the function your department/divisionperforms for the Institute and determine how thatfunction might be affected by a disaster. Examplesof essential functions include:

• Classroom instruction• Community information• Facilities and equipment maintenance• Hazardous material (Haz-Mat) incident response• Research• Other support services

Areas that provide a critical service to the Instituteduring an emergency need to make specific andextensive plans that must be maintained throughoutthe emergency. All available resources andpersonnel must be allocated to those essentialservices. Some academic divisions can suspendnormal operations, such as classes, until theemergency period has passed.

It is recommended that individuals receive training inStandard First Aid and Adult CPR. Instruction isprovided by the Safety Office on a regular basis.

EMERGENCY POLICY A well-thought-out emergency policy ahead of timewill anticipate the many concerns in all areasinvolved. This may range from the long-termrecovery goals of the department/division toemployee responsibility to remain at home or returnto work after a disaster. It will address the releaseof information as well as how to deal withconcerned or suffering students, faculty, and staff.

The essential function of the department/divisionshould be factored into the emergency policy.

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APPENDIX A: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS,EMERGENCY POLICY, AND PRIORITIES

The emergency policy should also address prioritiesof the department/division in a major emergency.During an emergency, the most senior member ofyour department/division present is in charge. Otherpositions should be assigned emergency authority tosolve specific problems.

PRIORITIES In a major emergency, when normal operations areimpossible (no supply deliveries, your building hasnot been cleared for entry, no classes, some or mostof your members are unavailable), groups will wantto prioritize the services they provide. For example,Housing may concentrate on findingaccommodations for displaced students and foregoroutine maintenance.

Most departments and divisions will also want todevelop a priority list for property preservation andrecovery including:

• equipment• research materials and data• records• valuable collections

For example, some research groups will want topreserve current experiments including living cells oranimals. Other areas will want to protect preciousequipment, save painstakingly collected data, orsafeguard confidential records. A list of thesepriorities should be made with possible solutions forall foreseeable problems that may come up (fire,flood, theft).

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APPENDIX B: BUILDING COORDINATORS

Building Coordinators are responsible forimplementation of evacuation plans for theirrespective buildings, communicating with floorwardens, and conducting visual inspections of thebuilding for evacuation hazards. BuildingCoordinators will work with the Safety Office todevelop evacuation plans and help in training anddisseminating relevant information to the buildingoccupants.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION Building Coordinators assist in obtaining an accuratebuilding description, develops emergency contactsfor each group, and posts and disseminates pertinentinformation. Building Coordinators should maintaina list of individuals trained in First Aid and CPR andare willing to administer care during an emergency.

EVACUATION PLANS The Building Coordinator assists in developingevacuation maps, conducts periodic safety walk-throughs of the building (See Appendices H, I, and Jfor Self-Assessments), assists in training buildingoccupants, and participates in an annual evacuationdrill.

EMERGENCY DUTIES 1. Assist building evacuation.2. Report to assembly area.3. Collect essential information for emergency

personnel. Essential information includes thelocation of a fire, missing personnel, and uniqueconditions the building may have at the time.

4. Account for evacuated building personnel. FloorWardens assist in this procedure.

5. Start the Institute Notification Procedure (SeeAppendix K: Assessment Matrix).

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APPENDIX B: BUILDING COORDINATORS

TRAINING Training for Building Coordinators should include:

• Assessment of emergency situations• Conducting fire prevention walkthroughs• Conducting fire drills

OTHER INFORMATION Building Coordinators may be asked to provideleadership in a situation never encountered before.Here are some suggestions to meet the challenge:

1. Understand your role and responsibility.Read the applicable emergency procedures andevacuation plans and conduct drills at least oncea year. During an emergency, remember to alsoprotect your own safety - don't takeextraordinary risks.

2. Focus - don't try to do everything. Remain atthe center of the situation and delegate tasks.Giving other people something to do has acalming effect.

3. Treat others as you would like to be treated.When emotions are strained, it will be importantto be firm, yet patient. People may needfrequent explanation of why certain actions arenecessary.

4. Take responsibility for your actions. Peoplewill respect you for taking charge in difficultsituations. If you make a mistake, don't blameothers; it only adds to the confusion.

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APPENDIX C: FLOOR WARDENS

Floor wardens should be designated on each floor toassist in the evacuation of buildings and to take rollcall at the emergency assembly area. Volunteers arerecruited as alternates and receive the same trainingas primary floor wardens.

EMERGENCY DUTIES 1. Ensure all personnel are evacuated.2. Designate volunteers to assist individuals with

disabilities.3. Conduct a sweep of respective floor ensuring

that all doors to corridors are closed, elevatorschecked, and critical operations stabilized.

4. Assist Building Coordinator in head count.

TRAINING Training for floor wardens should include:

• Fire Prevention including fire extinguisheroperation

• The building fire alarm system and operation ofpull boxes

• Location of emergency equipment• Closing doors, if possible, to confine fires• Evacuation of occupants• Evacuation routes• Shut-down of critical operations

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APPENDIX D: EMERGENCY KITS

Experts estimate that an institution such as ourscould be on its own for at least 72 hours after amajor earthquake. The Institute has committed toproviding one emergency kit per building.Individual areas may wish to have additionalearthquake emergency survival kits.

In addition, encourage individuals to prepare for anearthquake at home, in their cars, and in the office.

Because the needs and the size of department anddivisions are different, the emergency kit size andcontents will vary. However, supplies will dependon the department/division population, number ofstaff that remain to perform essential services (andthose division members stranded), and the functionyour division will serve after a disaster.

First aid emergency kit sizes designed to meet theneeds of from 1 to 50 people are available throughthe Caltech Bookstore.

Store the central division emergency kit in a secureyet accessible location. The Building Coordinatorand Floor Wardens should be aware of the location.

Conduct periodic (annual) inspections andmaintenance of the divisional supplies.

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APPENDIX D: EMERGENCY KITS

ESSENTIAL ITEMS As a minimum the following make up yourdepartmental/divisional emergency kit:

• Flashlight with batteries• Battery-operated AM/FM radio• Water and emergency rations• First aid supplies including

- adhesive tape- alcohol, peroxide, and saline- gauze, dressings, and bandages- trauma blankets- cotton balls and cotton tip applicators- first aid instructions- forceps and shears- gloves- protective airway mask- soap- splints- towels- triage tags

• Plastic garbage bags• Drop cloth• Bucket

SPECIALIZED SUPPLIES Consider more specialized supplies for yourdepartmental/divisional needs:

• crowbar and work gloves• dust masks and safety goggles• duct tape, paper, marker pens• large plastic sheets

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APPENDIX D: EMERGENCY KITS

PERSONAL KITS Urge staff to assemble a personal kit to be kept inthe office or in their car including:

• sturdy shoes and extra (warm) clothing• emergency food and water• spare eye glasses, extra supply of medication,

whistle• personal hygiene items and sunscreen• portable radio• flashlight• extra batteries• gloves• map(s) showing the Caltech and residential

areas, such as a Thomas Guide, AAA map, etc.• out-of-state contact phone number (long

distance service may be available before localservice)

• blanket

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APPENDIX E: CONDUCTING A BUILDING EVACUATION DRILL

PREPARATIONS Building Coordinators are responsible for schedulingannual evacuation drills for their building.

Building Coordinator should, one week before thescheduled drill date, determine if any criticaloperations cannot be disrupted.

Brief all building occupants on the drill and givenassignments.

Recruit non-occupants of the building to observe thedrill and make critical evaluations.

Notify Safety, Security, and Central Plant that asimulated emergency is in progress.

EXERCISE 1. Pull fire alarm.

2. For identification, Building Coordinators shouldwear an orange or yellow hard hat (or vest) andcarry the emergency back pack with supplies.They are also responsible for directing efforts ofFloor Wardens and making sure all floors arenotified.

3. Floor Wardens are responsible for ensuring thatall personnel are evacuated, including those witha disability. They will conduct a sweep of theirfloors.

4. All occupants of the building will gather at thedesignated assembly point or area. BuildingCoordinators will take a head count with helpfrom the Floor Wardens.

5. After the all clear from Safety or Security, alloccupants are allowed to re-enter the building.

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APPENDIX E: CONDUCTING A BUILDING EVACUATION DRILL

POST DRILL EVALUATION The Building Coordinator is responsible forconducting a post-drill evaluation and critique. TheSafety Office can assist.

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APPENDIX F: EVACUATION OF INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Physically impaired occupants and individuals withspecial needs must be addressed when evacuatingbuildings. Affected individuals may include:

• Persons using wheelchairs• Persons using crutches, canes, etc.• Persons recovering from surgery• Pregnant women• Persons with significant hearing or sight

impairment• Cases of extreme obesity

ASSISTANCE MONITORS Persons designated to assist physically impairedindividuals should be pre-determined and haveknowledge of how to safely evacuate the peoplethey are assigned to.

Maintain a listing of physically impaired individualsneeding assistance in the "Emergency TelephoneNumbers" section of the evacuation plan.

EVACUATION In an emergency, physically impaired individualsshould be transported to the nearest stairwell. Thereare two options at this point:

• Send someone to advise the fire department ofyour location and await further assistance.

• Once all the floors have been moved past yourlocation take the person to the assembly areayourself.

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APPENDIX F: EVACUATION OF INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

INFORMATION FOR • Keep the Institute emergency telephone numberPHYSICALLY IMPAIRED (5000) by your phone.INDIVIDUALS • Provide the emergency operator with the correct

location and exact conditions during anemergency. Emergency calls cannot be traced atthe Institute.

• Be familiar with the nearest fire alarm locationand how to activate it.

• Be familiar with all exits and alternate exits to beused during an emergency evacuation.

• NEVER use elevators during an emergency.• Instruct co-workers how they can assist you.• In an emergency, do not hesitate to inform

others you need assistance, if your regularassistant is absent. Inform people unfamiliarwith your needs how to assist you.

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APPENDIX F: EVACUATION OF INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

TWO-HANDED SEAT CARRY The two-handed seat carry is an option to move aphysically impaired individual when two people areavailable. The assistants lock arms such that thedisabled person is supported at the shoulders andthighs (see figure below).

CHAIR CARRY The chair carry method is an option for individualsusing a wheelchair or with limited ability. Oneassistant holds the chair backrest while the secondassistant, located at the lower position, faces thedisabled person and holds the front legs of the chair(see figure below).

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APPENDIX G: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Contacts Extension Home PhoneEmergency 5000 N/ASecurity 4701 N/ASafety (including Haz-Mat) 6727 N/APhysical Plant (includingelevators and utilities)

4717 N/A

Human Resources 3230Principal InvestigatorSenior Staff MemberBuilding CoordinatorFloor Wardens

Physically Impaired Persons

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APPENDIX H: LABORATORY SELF-ASSESSMENT

PREPARATIONp If an earthquake occurred right now, where would you go for protection?

• Locate safe and danger spots in your area. Decide if you would go under a deskor table, in a safe corner, or out of the lab against a corridor wall.

• Consider flying glass hazards from windows and glassware and falling hazardsfrom light fixtures, books, pictures, and equipment when selecting safe spots.

p Have you discussed home earthquake plans with your family and friends? Do youhave a plan for contacting each other and reunification (especially important withchildren) after the quake is over?

p Do you know the evacuation routes from your building?• Note individuals with special needs during an evacuation.• Do not leave the building until earthquake tremors have stopped.

p Is there an emergency assembly point for your building, department, or work unit? Ifso, where is it? Is there an alternate assembly point in case your first emergencyassembly point happens to be downwind of a chemical or gas release or otherwiseunusable?

p Are pressure regulators removed and cylinder caps in place on cylinders that are not inuse• Two cylinder straps or chains fastened to the lab walls are recommended for each

cylinder.

p Are chemicals stored properly?• Are chemicals recapped and returned to their storage cabinets immediately after

use?• Are chemical storage cabinets closed and latched?• Are chemical storage cabinets secured to prevent tipping or movement?• Are chemical storage shelves equipped with lips or restraints to keep chemicals

and glassware in place?• Are waste chemicals removed regularly?• Are chemicals stored in secondary containment trays or tubs?

p Are fume hood sashes closed as far as possible to contain spills while still maintainingadequate ventilation rates?

p Are heavy objects located on, or near, the floor and are they secured to reduce hazardsand damage?

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APPENDIX H: LABORATORY SELF-ASSESSMENT

p Is heavy equipment and furniture that might block exit routes secured? Are exits andaisle ways maintained free and clear of obstructions?

p Do you have equipment and/or processes that could be damaged or pose a fire orhealth hazard if power was suddenly lost? What contingencies have been made toprovide backup or emergency power to maintain critical systems?

p Are safety systems (i.e., fire extinguishers, safety showers, eye washes) accessible andin proper operating condition? Does everyone in the lab know how to operate them?

p Do you have extra spill containment equipment available?

p Do you have extra food, water, flashlights, radios and batteries available?

OPERATIONS AFTER A MAJOR EARTHQUAKE

p Is your short-term evacuation checklist posted near the exit of your lab? This is a listof essential steps to take before leaving the building. These include, but are notlimited to:• turn off gas burners• check quickly for fires, fire hazards, or spilled chemicals• check for injured or physically limited people who might have trouble evacuating

the building• bring emergency supplies (first aid kit, flashlights, etc.) to the emergency

assembly area• close the lab door as you leave• report crucial items or hazards to the appropriate official at the emergency

assembly area

p Do you have a long-term plan in case you could not get back into your lab for at leasta week?• Which cell lines/experiments/data are your first priorities?• Are provisions made for taking care of lab animals or making sure you have

enough liquid nitrogen for the freezers? (Remember that normal distributionsystems will not work, so you should have your own supply.)

• Do you have backup copies of important data (both disk and hard copies)?

While these items are directed toward earthquakes, fires and other natural disasters mayhave similar impact on laboratory areas. Discuss these items within your group and takenecessary action to see that all areas are addressed.

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APPENDIX I: OFFICE AREA SELF-ASSESSMENT

PREPARATIONp If an earthquake occurred right now, where would you go for protection?

• Locate safe and danger spots in your area. Decide if you would go under a deskor table, in a safe corner, or out of the office against a corridor wall.

• Consider flying glass hazards from windows and glassware and falling hazardsfrom light fixtures, books, pictures, and equipment when selecting safe spots.

p Have you discussed home earthquake plans with your family and friends? Do youhave a plan for contacting each other and reunification (especially important withchildren) after the quake is over?

p Do you know the evacuation routes from your building?• Note individuals with special needs during an evacuation.• Do not leave the building until earthquake tremors have stopped.

p Is there an emergency assembly point for your building, department, or work unit? Ifso, where is it? Is there an alternate assembly point in case your first emergencyassembly point happens to be downwind of a chemical or gas release or otherwiseunusable?

p Are heavy objects located on, or near, the floor and are they secured to reduce hazardsand damage?

p Is heavy equipment and furniture that might block exit routes secured? Are exits andaisle ways maintained free and clear of obstructions?

p Do you have equipment that could be damaged or pose a fire or health hazard if powerwas suddenly lost? What contingencies have been made to provide backup oremergency power to maintain critical systems?

p Are safety systems (i.e., fire extinguishers) accessible and in proper operatingcondition? Does everyone in the lab know how to operate them?

p Do you have extra food, water, flashlights, radios and batteries available?

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APPENDIX I: OFFICE AREA SELF-ASSESSMENT

OPERATIONS AFTER A MAJOR EARTHQUAKE

p Is your short-term evacuation checklist posted near the exit of your office? This is alist of essential steps to take before leaving the building. These include, but are notlimited to:• check quickly for fires and fire hazards• check for injured or physically impaired people who might have trouble

evacuating the building• bring emergency supplies (first aid kit, flashlights, etc.) to the emergency

assembly area• close the door as you leave• report crucial items or hazards to the appropriate official at the emergency

assembly area

p Do you have a long-term plan in case you could not get back into your office for atleast a week?• What are your first priorities?• Do you have backup copies of important data (both disk and hard copies)?

While these items are directed toward earthquakes, fires and other natural disasters mayhave similar impact on offices. Discuss these items within your group and take necessaryaction to see that all areas are addressed.

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APPENDIX J: RESIDENTIAL HOUSING SELF-ASSESSMENT

PREPARATIONp If an earthquake occurred right now, where would you go for protection?

• Locate safe and danger spots in your area. Decide if you would go under a deskor table, in a safe corner, or out of the room and against a hallway wall.

• Consider flying glass hazards from windows and falling hazards from lightfixtures, books, pictures, and other objects when selecting safe spots.

p Have you discussed home earthquake plans with your family and friends? Do youhave a plan for contacting each other and reunification after the quake is over?

p Do you know the evacuation routes from your building?• Note individuals with special needs during an evacuation.• Do not leave the building until earthquake tremors have stopped.

p Is there an emergency assembly point for your house? If so, where is it? Is there analternate assembly point in case your first emergency assembly point happens to bedownwind of a chemical or gas release or otherwise unusable?

p Are the houses arranged to reduce injury during an emergency?• Heavy objects located on, or near, the floor.• Exits and aisle ways are maintained free and clear of obstructions.

p Are safety systems (i.e., fire extinguishers, fire alarm pull stations) accessible and inproper operating condition? Does everyone in the house know how to operate them?

p Do you have extra food, water, flashlights, radios and batteries available?

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APPENDIX J: RESIDENTIAL HOUSING SELF-ASSESSMENT

OPERATIONS AFTER A MAJOR EMERGENCY

p Do you have a short-term evacuation checklist? This is a list of essential steps to takebefore leaving the building. These include, but are not limited to:• check quickly for fires and fire hazards• check for injured or physically impaired people who might have trouble

evacuating the building• bring emergency supplies (first aid kit, flashlights, etc.) to the emergency

assembly area• close doors as you leave• report hazards to the appropriate official at the emergency assembly area

p Do you have a long-term plan in case you could not get back into your room for atleast a week?• Out of state contact to notify of your well-being

While these items are directed toward earthquakes, fires and other natural disasters mayhave similar impact on the Institute.

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APPENDIX K: ASSESSMENT MATRIX

EMERGENCY

TYPE

INITIATE

EVACUATION NOTIFICATION

INSTITUTE

INVOLVEMENT

OUTSIDE

INVOLVEMENT

Bodily Injury N/A Emergency (5000) Safety,Security Pasadena FireBomb Threat Upon

NotificationEmergency (5000) Safety, Security Pasadena Police

ChemicalIncident

UponNotification

Safety (6727) Safety, Security Pasadena FireGlendale/BurbankHazmat

Earthquake At conclusionof main tremor

See OtherCategories

Safety, PhysicalPlant

Pasadena Fire

Explosion As Soon AsPossible

Emergency (5000) Safety, PhysicalPlant, Security

Pasadena Fire

Fire As Soon AsPossible

Emergency (5000) Safety, Security Pasadena Fire

PowerOutage

As Soon AsPractical

Service Center(4717)

Safety, PhysicalPlant, Security

Electrical Utility

For further information, review the Caltech Emergency Response Guide posting or callthe Safety Office x6727.

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APPENDIX L: OTHER RESOURCES

VIDEOS It's Too Late When It Shakes: EarthquakePreparedness In The Workplace" provides anintroduction to workplace preparedness. This videois available on loan from the Safety Office or can bepurchased directly from the Orange County Chapterof the American Red Cross.

PERIODICALS The Home Earthquake Preparedness Guide wascreated by Sunset Magazine. Copies can beobtained for $1.00 by writing Quake Reprints,Sunset Publishing Corp., 80 Willow Rd., MenloPark, CA 94025. Other written materials areavailable through the American Red Cross, SanGabriel Valley Chapter.

FASTENING PRODUCTS Q-Safety - Supplies a variety of velcro fasteners forcomputers, televisions, appliances, crystal, and otherfurnishings. 1760 Evergreen, Duarte, CA, 90101.(626) 305-0881.

Solar Control - Glass Safety Film. 16149 Roscoe,North Hills, CA, 91343. (818)891-6060.

Staples, Home Base - Thumb lock computerfasteners.

OTHER SUPPLIES Emergency Supply kits may be obtained from thebookstore.