Emergency Evacuation and Shelter Plan

Questions and Answers

In the event of a tornado warning, what is the designated safe sheltering area for Station 23?

The west bathroom

The classroom in the basement

The men's washroom area (correct)

The basement

According to the provided content, what is the primary responsibility of the Company Officer once evacuation is complete?

To activate emergency response protocols

To ensure all personnel are accounted for

To notify the Shift Commander about the situation and status (correct)

To assess the damage caused by the emergency

What is the defining characteristic of a 'Shelter Area' as described in the document?

A room located on the top floor of the building with reinforced concrete walls

A room located on the ground floor with a reinforced concrete roof and access to an emergency exit

A room located in the lowest level of the building with no windows and a heavy concrete floor or roof (correct)

A room with reinforced concrete walls and windows protected by heavy steel shutters

What is the purpose of the 'EXCEPTIONS' section in the document?

To outline specific situations where the standard evacuation procedures may not apply Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what action is expected of personnel once they are in the designated safe sheltering area?

To await further instructions from the Company Officer before leaving the area Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of the information regarding the definition of a 'Tornado Warning'?

The National Weather Service Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Action Plan established by the Hoffman Estates Fire Department?

To ensure personnel evacuate and find safety during emergencies Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method of alerting personnel during an emergency?

Email Notification from Management Signup and view all the answers

Where will personnel assemble after an evacuation during an emergency?

In front of the fire station on the apparatus apron or in the rear parking lot Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do if they can safely retrieve their firefighting gear during an emergency?

Retrieve the gear and prepare for medical or rescue duties Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure if personnel encounter a fire during an emergency?

Use the nearest portable fire extinguisher before evacuating Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the apparatus during an emergency evacuation?

Remove all apparatus from the station if it is safe to do so Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for accounting for personnel after an evacuation?

The Company Officer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the safety guidelines is true?

The guidelines require immediate evacuation during emergencies Signup and view all the answers

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