Safety articles on Emergency

Shelter-in-Place sign.
Emergency

How to Stay Safe During an Emergency and Shelter-in-Place

An event that requires shelter-in-place may happen quickly, without much warning, so it’s important to know the emergency procedures ahead of time.

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Electronic roadside sign displaying a flood warning with barricades and flooded roadway in the background.
Emergency

Flood Preparation: Reducing Risk Before Conditions Change

Flood preparation focuses on early planning and action to reduce risk and protect people when flooding becomes a threat.

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A view of a tornado in the distance as seen from someone sitting in a vehicle.
Emergency

Job Site and Worker Safety During a Tornado Warning

Learn more about how businesses and construction sites can prepare their workers for tornadoes including the best ways to stay safe.

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Emergency Action Plan
Emergency

Construction Sites Need Specific Plans for Emergencies

Emergency Action Plans provide site-specific procedures so workers know what is expected and what to do in the event of an emergency.

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Emergency

Emergency Action Plans: Be Prepared if the Worst Happens

Do you know what to do if there is an emergency at your workplace? Do you know when to evacuate and when to shelter-in-place? Plan ahead to save lives.

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Hazard Sign and Caution Tape
Emergency

How to Respond in an Active Shooter Situation at Work

A safety meeting on active shooter response is an opportunity to discuss security measures already in place and site-specific details employees should know.

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Illustrated evacuation plan showing a floor layout with arrows pointing to exits, and icons for emergency equipment such as fire extinguisher, phone, and first aid.
Emergency

Evacuation Procedures: What to Know Before an Emergency

Whether you’re working indoors or outdoors, knowing what to do before, during, and after an evacuation can make all the difference.

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