Exam 11: Emergency Planning

What is the ultimate goal of futureproofing?

At least two trained first aid providers should be present on every shift.

What business professional should you involve in your emergency and crisis management planning?

Effective crisis management can increase what desirable outcome for employees?

Read the following scenario and answer questions. The July 6, 2013 railway disaster in Lac-Megantic, Quebec highlighted the danger that businesses can face when they are located close to rail lines, especially in the event of a derailment. One hundred and fifteen businesses were severely affected when an unattended train carrying crude oil derailed and crashed in the downtown area. Thirty buildings were completely destroyed, much of the downtown infrastructure (roads, utilities, and so on) was destroyed or severely damaged, and over 40 people died with many others seriously injured. While a runaway train may seem to be a rare occurrence, Canadian statistics indicate that, based on data from 2007-2011, on average, there are 58 derailments annually, although not all of these involve dangerous goods. -Some train derailments can be caused by natural disasters (e.g. flash floods or ice storms). What federal government document would help to identify the increased risk from natural disasters?

Stress from experiencing a hurricane or tornado can often be greater than stress from a man-made disaster such as a toxic gas leak.

Who the most likely person to replace the designated Emergency Manager if they are killed or become incapacitated as a result of an emergency?

Read the following scenario and answer questions. The July 6, 2013 railway disaster in Lac-Megantic, Quebec highlighted the danger that businesses can face when they are located close to rail lines, especially in the event of a derailment. One hundred and fifteen businesses were severely affected when an unattended train carrying crude oil derailed and crashed in the downtown area. Thirty buildings were completely destroyed, much of the downtown infrastructure (roads, utilities, and so on) was destroyed or severely damaged, and over 40 people died with many others seriously injured. While a runaway train may seem to be a rare occurrence, Canadian statistics indicate that, based on data from 2007-2011, on average, there are 58 derailments annually, although not all of these involve dangerous goods. -If there is the opportunity to do so safely, what type of extinguisher should be used to fight an oil- based fire caused by sparks from the derailment?

In addition to the number of workers in the workplace and the danger of the work, what is the other factor that is used in determining how many trained first aid providers should be on-site at all times?

Multiple sessions of CISD are preferable to single sessions of CISD.

After a workplace emergency, managers should clamp down on employees' socializing so that the business can get back to normal as quickly as possible.

In small to medium size organizations, who should receive fire extinguisher training?

Read the following scenario and answer questions. The July 6, 2013 railway disaster in Lac-Megantic, Quebec highlighted the danger that businesses can face when they are located close to rail lines, especially in the event of a derailment. One hundred and fifteen businesses were severely affected when an unattended train carrying crude oil derailed and crashed in the downtown area. Thirty buildings were completely destroyed, much of the downtown infrastructure (roads, utilities, and so on) was destroyed or severely damaged, and over 40 people died with many others seriously injured. While a runaway train may seem to be a rare occurrence, Canadian statistics indicate that, based on data from 2007-2011, on average, there are 58 derailments annually, although not all of these involve dangerous goods. -What is the dominating characteristic of an emergency, as illustrated by the Lac-Megantic situation, which differentiates it from other occupational health and safety incidents?

According to the textbook, what is typically the longest stage of a fire?

Regularly scheduled drills are insufficient to conclusively demonstrate emergency preparedness.

What did recent reviews reveal about single-session critical incident stress debriefing (CISD)?

Read the following scenario and answer questions. The July 6, 2013 railway disaster in Lac-Megantic, Quebec highlighted the danger that businesses can face when they are located close to rail lines, especially in the event of a derailment. One hundred and fifteen businesses were severely affected when an unattended train carrying crude oil derailed and crashed in the downtown area. Thirty buildings were completely destroyed, much of the downtown infrastructure (roads, utilities, and so on) was destroyed or severely damaged, and over 40 people died with many others seriously injured. While a runaway train may seem to be a rare occurrence, Canadian statistics indicate that, based on data from 2007-2011, on average, there are 58 derailments annually, although not all of these involve dangerous goods. -In the case of a train derailment in the immediate vicinity where should a roll call of employees from the local factory take place?

Hazard evaluation belongs in what stage of the crisis management process?

Read the following scenario and answer questions. The July 6, 2013 railway disaster in Lac-Megantic, Quebec highlighted the danger that businesses can face when they are located close to rail lines, especially in the event of a derailment. One hundred and fifteen businesses were severely affected when an unattended train carrying crude oil derailed and crashed in the downtown area. Thirty buildings were completely destroyed, much of the downtown infrastructure (roads, utilities, and so on) was destroyed or severely damaged, and over 40 people died with many others seriously injured. While a runaway train may seem to be a rare occurrence, Canadian statistics indicate that, based on data from 2007-2011, on average, there are 58 derailments annually, although not all of these involve dangerous goods. -What stage of the crisis management process would involve offering psychological support to employees who are experiencing uncertainty about their jobs and financial situation because the business is temporarily shut down?

The signal detection stage of emergency planning involves senior management's adoption of a crisis management mindset.