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Emergency Procedure Updated
Emergency Procedure Updated
EMERGENCY
PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY NUMBER :
02 - 401 8200
FIRE / MEDICAL EMERGENCY / BOMB THREAT / INTERNAL EMERGENCY / PERSONAL THREAT /
EXTERNAL EMERGENCY / EVACUATION
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TABLE OF CONTENT
INTRODUCTION 4
EHS POLICY STATEMENT 5
EMERGENCY FLOOR TEAM 7
CODE RED - FIRE RELATED EMERGENCIES 8
EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS 11
FIRE ACTION 12
MEDICAL EMERGENCY 14
MCC CAMPUS 29
SAN CAMPUS 30
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INTRODUCTION
EHS Services
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ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH
& SAFETY POLICY
STATEMENT
Khalifa University (KU) recognizes its corporate • Communication and consultation are central to
responsibility to continually improve the working together for a safe workplace.
environmental, health and safety performance of
our activities. KU’s robust strategies for EHSMS to achieve
this policy comprise:
This policy states the commitment of Khalifa • Compliance with legal and relevant regulatory
University to the environment, health and
authority, OSHAD and other local and federal
safety of all people who work, study, or visit this
EHS requirements of the UAE and the
organization.
government of Abu Dhabi;
• Appropriate delegation of EHS authorities and
We are committed to protecting and conserving
the environment, including preventing pollution, responsibilities at all levels of the organization;
injury and ill health of our staff, students, visitors, • Competence and training of all employees;
contractors and hired labor employees of KU. • Set objectives and measurable targets that
promote a strong EHS culture;
Environment, health and safety (EHS) is intrinsic to • Incident management, investigation and
the way we do business at KU. Our overall aim is rehabilitation;
“Incident Prevention” , • Risk management philosophies for all research,
teaching or operational activities to facilitate
with the expectation that all persons shall come to risk reduction;
no harm while in the workplace. • Consultation with staff and students about
decisions that may affect their health and
The following values form the basis of achieving safety;
our aim of “Incident Prevention”:
• Provision of adequate human and financial
• People are our greatest asset, and therefore,
resources to ensure effective implementation
giving them a safe, healthy and sustainable
of the EHSMS;
workplace is imperative.
• Regular updates and changes are
• Everyone has a responsibility towards their
communicated to all concerned, including
own environment, health and safety and that
internal & external interested parties;
of others. Our EHS process ensures that
• Continual improvement through regular
employees at all levels are involved in daily
monitoring, measuring and review of EHS
safety and sustainability decisions.
performance;
• Injuries can be prevented, and an incident-free
• Communication of this policy through public
working and learning environment is actively
display and training through the university.
pursued.
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8-June-2018
Date
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EMERGENCY
FLOOR TEAM
Floor Warden/s YELLOW Vest
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY OR Name & Number
INCIDENT, ENSURE THAT YOUR FLOOR
WARDEN IS ALERTED
Wardens Leader YELLOW Vest
Name & Number
A - ALARM E - EXTINGUISH
Raise the alarm Only attempt to extinguish the fire by using the
Push a Break Glass Alarm (if fitted) appropriate fire fighting equipment, if trained and
Call 02-4018200 safe to do so.
The order in which these actions are performed will depend upon the particular five incident.
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FIRE
EXTINGUISHER
SELECTION CHART
CLASSES OF FIRES
• Water type
• Multipurpose Dry Powder
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• Carbon Di-Oxide (CO2)
• Foam
• Dry Powder
2 • Foam
• Carbon Di-Oxide (CO2)
After use place the extinguisher on its side on the floor beside where it should hang. Record the bar code
number and log a call with fm assist on 02-401 8200
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EMERGENCY
INSTRUCTIONS
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FIRE ACTION
On Discovering a fire:
1. Operate nearest fire alarm
2. Call emergency No. 02 401 8200
3. Extinguish fire, if safe and traned to do so.
Do not’s:
1. DO NOT take risks.
2. DO NOT return to the building for any reason unless authorized to do so.
3. DO NOT use the lifts.
RAISE ALARM
• Call for help of any staff or students in
the area.
• Call 02-401 8200 and advise Security
of your location, the patients age, sex,
symptoms, signs, any prior medical
illnesses and medication.
• Refer to reverse for questions you will
be asked by Security.
COMMENCE
• Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
or first aid as required (if trained).
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MEDICAL
EMERGENCY
Raising The Alarm “Help us help you”
Ring: 02 – 401 8200 & Give us:
YOUR LOCATION
Building name, floor number & room number
Or
Nearest gate number, cross street
Or
The nearest building and your proximity to it.
BOMB THREATS
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
PURPLE
If you received a bomb threat, do not NOTIFY
use a mobile phone or set off the fire KU Emergency - 02-401 8200 and state
alarm they may trigger an explosion “BOMB THREAT” Your floor warden.
BE ATTENTIVE
Refer to the attached Bomb Threat Report
• Note distinguishing background noises, (on Page17)
music, traffic etc.
• Note voice characteristics.
• Does caller indicate knowledge of the
building?
RECORD
Enter the details immediately on the Bomb
Threat Report form on the reverse page OR
download the form from the EHS Section
Web page www.ku.ac.ae.
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SUSPECT PACKAGE
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
PURPLE
QUESTION TO ASK
When is the bomb going to explode?
Where did you put the bomb?
When did you out it there?
What kind of bomb is it?
What will make the bomb explode?
Why did you place the bomb?
What is your name?
CALLERS VOICE
Asian Austalian American English
ACCENT
Pacific Islander European Middle Eastern
THREAT LANGUAGE
Well Spoken Yes No Incoherent Yes No
BACKROUND NOISES
Local Call STD Music Voices Street Noises
Name : Staff/Student No :
Mobile : Faculty/Division :
School/Unit : Signature :
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INTERNAL INCIDENTS/EMERGENCIES
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
YELLOW
Other than fire/smoke, an internal Illegal occupancy intruders.
emergency could be caused by an • Ring KU Emergency immediately on
explosion, electrical power failure, 02-401 8200
water supply failure, structural failure, • Get a description of the person/s -
spillage or leakage or hazardous sex, approximate age, height, build,
substances, illegal occupancy, etc. hair colour, complexion, clothing,
carrying anything
• Do not approach the person, isolate
Building maintenance issues, Power/
yourself from them and wait for
Water failure.
security.
• Business & After hours - call
• Secure your area by looking your door
02-401 8200
and wait for security to attend.
• If there is an emergency, such as
persons trapped in lifts, ring Security
Structural Failure
immediately 02-401 8200 identify the
• Remain Calm
building and the Lift Number.
• Alert and evacuate immediate area -
advise your floor warden
Hazardous substances, leakage or
• Call Security on 02-401 8200, identify
spillage of Hazardous substances.
the problem and give them a return
• Call 02-401 8200 immediately - advise
telephone number.
location, what the substance is, if
• Prepare to leave the building
there is anyone hurt.
immediately
• Contain the area - close doors &
windows, if possible identify the
DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY ACTION WHICH
substance. ie, UN/CAS number, how
PUTS YOUR LIFE OR OTHERS IN DANGER!
much has been spilt, etc.
• Any spill/leakage in public areas must
• Follow instructions of persons in charge
be reported immediately
• Prepare to evacuate if necessary
• If persons are injured treat
appropriately with first aid, and isolate
Essential services faults include - water,
them from other non-contaminated
electricity, gas, telephones, plumbing,
persons.
security systems, computers, fire
• Evaluate immediate area and what for
detection, suppression systems, air-
further instructions from emergency
conditioning etc.
services
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POWER OUTAGE
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
YELLOW
Remain calm: provide assistance to Important notices
others if necessary. Treat all electrical equipment as live,
as power may be restored at any time
During Power outage: without notice.
1. Report the outage, dial 02 401 8200
and state “POWER OUTAGE” - please • Outage times are difficult to predict
note, during a power outage digital depending on the cause. This may
handset will not work. Please use a take some time to identify. Await
mobile phone instead. further instructions from your building
2. if evacuation is necessary, move emergency team
cautiously. Lighted signs will indicate
emergency exits.
3. Remain with any immobile individuals
who become stranded as a result of
the outage. if emergency assistance is
required, dial 02 401 8200 and provide
details.
4. Passengers stranded in lifts will
be able to communicate with KU
Emergency direct from the lift car
during an outage.
5. In labs, specific protocol and
procedures will operate during a
power outage. Ensure you are aware
of these requirements.
6. Keep all refrigerators and freezers
closed during an outage and ensure
staff are available to monitor.
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ENVIROMENTAL EMERGENCIES
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
YELLOW
CONTAIN
• Contain the emissions if safe and
possible to do so (eg. stopping values,
using temporary bunds or spill kits,
etc.)
EVACUATE
• Keep area clear of people not directly
responding to the emergency.
• Prepare to evacuate if required.
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PERSONAL THREATS
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
BLACK
Threat Details :
OFFENDER’S DETAIL/DESCRIPTION
Date : Comments :
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EXTERNAL EMERGENCIES
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
BROWN
This could result from natural disasters, ADVISE
bush fires, earthquakes, flooding, major • Other staff and students of the
road accidents, aircraft crash, civil situation
disturbance, etc. • Explain to personnel that they may
need to self-evacuate
• Your emergency warden/s and wait
It is essential that staff familiarize
for further instructions
themselves with the Emergency
Procedures and Guidelines, which are Only in exceptional circumstances use
located on the EHS Web page and can be the telephone- otherwise listen for
emailed at ehs@ku.ac.ae instructions and wait to be called.
PREPARE
• To evacuate and secure your area
TREAT
• Any person who may have been
injured
• Call 02-4018200 to report any persons
injured or trapped
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NATURAL DISASTERS
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
BROWN
Remain calm, remove anyone from 4. Await further instructions from
immediate danger, if safe to do so. Emergency Services.
5. Close any doors in your area.
EARTHQUAKE
DURING AN EARTHQUAKE: FLOODING
1. If the building is in danger of being
If inside: flooded, evacuate all staff, students
1. Stay inside. and visitors to a safe area unaffected
2. Do not use lifts or stairs. by flooding, otherwise, do not evacuate
3. Take shelter in doorways, under unless instructed by your Building
desks, or down beside an internal Warden , or Security.
wall. 2. DIAL 02-4018200 and state “FLOODING”
4. Stay clear of large areas with glass including location and extent of
atriums or glass roofs. flooding.
5. Keep away from windows or objects 3. Switch off any electrical equipment and
that could fall on you. gas that could be affected by water only
if safe to do so.
If outside: 4. Move any chemicals, documents,
1. Stay outside. equipment and valuables to a safe area
2. Take shelter clear of buildings, if time permits.
trees, power lines or other potential
hazards. STORMS
1. Move all people away from windows.
WHEN THE EARTHQUAKE STOPS: 2. Close all curtains, drapes and blinds.
1. Check for signs of fire, hazardous 3. Shelter in strongest part of building (eg.
material spills or major structural Central corridors).
damage. 4. Stay clear of large areas with glass
2. Account for all staff, students and atriums or glass roofs.
visitors if possible. Treat any minor 5. Stay inside
injuries.
3. Do not evacuate unless area is
immediately threatened or instructed
to do so. Do not use lifts instead use
stairwells.
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EVACUATION
CODE IMMEDIATELY CALL 02 – 401 8200
ORANGE
Evacuation is the rapid removal of CHECK
people from immediate or threatened • All rooms, especially change rooms,
danger in a safe and orderly manner toilets, doors, and storage areas, etc.
• Notice any persons who do not wish to
evacuate, record their room number
REMAIN CALM and name, if possible, and report
• Do not panic, calm persons who this to chief warden, floor warden or
appear agitated around you security.
ALERT HEADCOUNT
• Advise the warden in charge of the • Conduct a headcount if possible. Also
floor Call 02-401 8200 and advise ask contractor supervisors to account
Security that you are evacuating. for their staff. if anyone is missing,
report this immediately to someone
ASSEMBLY in charge, ie. security, floor warden or
• Inform staff and students which chief warden.
assembly area to use.
REPORT
EVACUATE • To any person in charge. Notify
• Evacuation of staff, students and emergency services of any persons
visitors is to be carried out in the unaccounted for.
following stage order. • Report to a floor warden that your
1. Out of immediate danger (eg. out of floor has been evacuated safely.
room).
2. Total evacuation of the building. It is everyone’s responsibility to see
where their Evacuation Assembly Point
Note: People in immediate danger is. It is also your responsibility to learn
first, then in the following order. and know your emergency evacuation
1. Ambulant = mobile person. exits on your floor. Every emergency can
2. Semi-ambulant = semi mobile bring changes to the way you leave
person. your building.
3. Non-ambulant = immobile person.
FOR MORE
INFORMATION
3 Protection Against
Acts of Sabotage
6 Caring for People with
Special Needs
https://www.ncema.gov.ae/content/documents/NCEMA%20Eng%20Daleel.pdf
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