GROUP-4: PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES FOR YOUR SAFETY BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER EARTHQUAKE

What Precautionary Measures?

Precautionary measures refer to steps or actions taken in advance to prevent potential harm, reduce risks, or
mitigate the impact of possible adverse events. These measures are implemented to safeguard individuals,
communities, or systems from potential dangers or negative consequences.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and seismology (PHIVOLCS) is closely monitoring seismic activities and
volcanic activities. It is also in close monitor with other stations around the world for tsunami warnings.

Earthquakes cannot be prevented. However, people can minimize damages if they know what to do before,
during, and after an earthquake. Lives could be safeguarded if they practice safety precautions.

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER EARTHQUAKE INSIDE THE CLASSROOM
BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE:
1. Educate and train

• Ensure that students and staff are educated about earthquake preparedness.
• Conduct regular earthquake drills to familiarize everyone with evacuation procedures.

2. Establish Emergency Procedures

• Develop and communicate clear emergency procedures, including evacuation routes and assembly points.
• Assign responsibilities to teachers and staff members for guiding students during evacuations.

3. Secure Classroom Furniture

• Secure heavy furniture, such as bookshelves and cabinets, to the walls to prevent them from tipping over
during an earthquake.

4. Emergency Supplies

• Maintain emergency supplies in the classroom, including a first aid kit, flashlight, and basic necessities.

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
1. Drop, Cover, and Hold.

• Instruct students and staff to drop to the ground, take cover under desks or tables, and hold on until the
shaking stops.

2. Stay clam

• Encourage students and staff to remain calm during the earthquake.

• Discourage running and ensure that everyone stays in their designated safe areas.

3.Evacuation Plan

• If necessary, follow the established evacuation plan and guide students to the predetermined assembly
points.
• Ensure that everyone moves calmly and in an orderly fashion.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE

1. Account for Everyone

• Take attendance at the assembly point to ensure that all students and staff are accounted for.
• Report any missing individuals to emergency responders.
2. Assess Injuries

• Provide basic first aid for injuries if trained to do so.

• Seek professional medical assistance for more severe injuries.

3. Stay Informed

• Listen to emergency radios or announcements for updates and instructions.

• Follow official guidance from emergency services and school authorities.

4. Inspect the Building

• Assess the condition of the classroom and building for safety hazards
• Avoid using elevators and be cautious of potential structural damage.

5. Communication

• Communicate with parents and guardians to update them on the situation and the status of their children.

6. Recovery and Counseling

• Provide emotional support and counseling for students and staff who may be affected by the earthquake.
• Plan for the resumption of classes or alternative arrangements.

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER EARTHQUAKE COSTAL AREA

BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE

1. Know the Tsunami Risk

• Be aware of the tsunami risk in your coastal area. Know the designated tsunami evacuation routes.

2. Educate Residents

• Educate residents about the signs of a tsunami and the appropriate response.
• Conduct regular tsunami drills in addition to earthquake drills.

3. Evacuation Plans

• Establish clear and well-communicated evacuation plans. Designate safe evacuation areas on higher ground.

4. Emergency Kits

• Prepare emergency kits that include essentials such as water, non-perishable food, first aid supplies,
flashlight, and extra batteries.

5. Secure Coastal Structures

• Ensure that coastal structures are built and maintained to withstand earthquakes and potential tsunamis.

6. Stay Informed

• Stay informed about earthquake and tsunami alerts through local authorities and emergency services.
DURING AN EARTHQUAKE

1. Immediate Evacuation

• If you are in a coastal area and feel the ground shake for an extended period or receive a tsunami warning,
evacuate immediately to higher ground.

2. Avoid the Shoreline

• Move away from the shoreline, beaches, and low-lying coastal areas as quickly as possible.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE

1.Tsunami Alert

• Remain vigilant for potential tsunami alerts even after the earthquake stops.

2. Evacuation

• Stay at the designated evacuation area until authorities confirm it is safe to return.

3. Check for Hazards

• After the earthquake and possible tsunami, be cautious of debris, damaged structures, and other hazards.

4. Listen for Updates

• Listen to emergency radios or official announcements for updates and instructions.

5. Assist Others

• Help neighbors and community members, especially those who may need assistance during evacuation and
recovery.

6. Avoid the Coast

• Avoid returning to the coastal area until authorities declare it safe to do so.

7. Report Damages

• Report damages, injuries, or incidents to emergency services.

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER EARTHQUAKE INSIDE THE MALL

BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE

1. Emergency Plans

• Ensure that the mall has well-established emergency plans, including evacuation routes and assembly points.
• Conduct regular drills to familiarize employees and shoppers with evacuation procedures.

2. Evacuation Signs

• Clearly mark evacuation routes and exits with visible signs throughout the mall.
• Ensure that evacuation plans are easily accessible to employees and visitors.
3. Emergency Supplies

• Stock emergency supplies, including first aid kits, flashlights, and emergency communication tools, in
strategic locations throughout the mall.

4. Building Safety Inspection

• Regularly inspect the building for structural integrity and address any potential hazards.

DURING EARTHQUAKE

1, Drop, Cover, and Hold

• instruct shoppers and employees to drop to the ground, take cover under sturdy furniture or against interior
walls, and hold on until the shaking stops.

2. Stay Calm

• Encourage everyone to remain calm during the earthquake.

• Discourage running and ensure that individuals stay in safe areas.

3. Evacuation

• If necessary, follow the established evacuation plan, guiding shoppers and employees to designated safe
areas.
• Use public address systems to provide clear instructions.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE

1. Account for Everyone

• Conduct a headcount to ensure that all shoppers and employees are accounted for.
• Establish a central location for people to gather after evacuation.

2. Assess Injuries

• Provide basic first aid for injuries if trained to do so.

• Seek professional medical assistance for more severe injuries.

3. Stay Informed

• Listen to emergency radios or announcements for updates and instructions.

• Follow official guidance from emergency services and mall management.

4. Building Inspection

• Inspect the mall for safety hazards before allowing people to re-enter.
• Be cautious of potential aftershocks.

5. Assist Others

• Assist shoppers and employees, especially those who may need help during evacuation and recovery.

6. Communication

• Communicate with mall management to update them on the situation and the status of shoppers and
employees.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER EARTHQUAKE ON THE PLAYGROUND

BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE

1. Educate Playground Users

• Ensure that teachers, students, and anyone using the playground are aware of earthquake safety measures.
• Conduct drills to practice the Drop, Cover, and Hold technique.

2. Emergency Plans

• Develop and communicate clear emergency plans specific to the playground, including evacuation routes to
open, safe areas.

3. Secure Play Equipment

• Regularly inspect and properly secure play equipment to the ground to prevent tipping during an earthquake.

4. Designate Safe Zones

• Identify open areas away from structures, trees, and other potential hazards as designated safe zones during
an earthquake.

5. Emergency Kits

• Keep emergency kits, including basic first aid supplies, in easily accessible locations near the playground.

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE

1. Drop, Cover, and Hold

• Instruct teachers, students, and playground users to drop to the ground, take cover under sturdy structures,
or use open areas away from potential falling objects, and hold on until the shaking stops.

2. Avoid Play Equipment

• Encourage individuals to move away from play equipment, swings, and other structures that may pose a risk
during an earthquake.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE

1. Account for Everyone

• Conduct a headcount to ensure that all individuals using the playground are accounted for.
• Gather in designated safe zones until further instructions are provided.

2. Assess Playground Safety

• Inspect the playground for safety hazards, such as damaged equipment, loose structures, or debris.
• Keep people away from any structures or equipment that show signs of damage.

3.Listen for Updates

• Stay informed through emergency radios or other communication channels for updates and instructions.

4. Seek Shelter

• If aftershocks occur, guide individuals to open areas away from structures and potential falling objects.

5. Communication

• Communicate with school or facility authorities to update them on the situation and the status of individuals on the
playground.