Accident Prevention and Crisis Management PDF

ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT RISK MANA GEME NT AS APPL IED TO S AFE TY, SECURITY & SANITATION OVERVIEW SAFETY IN FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS ▪ Falls, cuts, scrapes, puncture wounds and burns ▪ The main point to remember is that accidents, like foodborne illness, can be prevented. COMMON T...

ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT RISK MANA GEME NT AS APPL IED TO S AFE TY, SECURITY & SANITATION OVERVIEW SAFETY IN FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS ▪ Falls, cuts, scrapes, puncture wounds and burns ▪ The main point to remember is that accidents, like foodborne illness, can be prevented. COMMON TYPES OF INJURIES COMMON TYPES OF INJURIES 1. FALLS COMMON TYPES OF INJURIES 2. CUTS COMMON TYPES OF INJURIES 3. BURNS COMMON TYPES OF INJURIES 4. POISONING COMMON TYPES OF INJURIES 5. SCRAPES 6. PUNCTURE WOUNDS Accident prevention programs typically involve THREE TYPES OF ACTIVITIES 1. Eliminating hazards in the environment 2. Providing personal protective equipment for workers 3. Training workers about hazards and how to prevent or avoid them BUILT-IN SAFETY GUIDES BUILT-IN SAFETY GUIDES  What to do if an accident occurs: 1. Stay calm 2. Examine 3. Administer What to do if an accident occurs: What to do if an accident occurs: ▪ When and how to use ladders for climbing ▪ How to lift things properly ▪ Why safety devices must be left in place on equipment ▪ How to dress for safety. Body Mechanics Classes FIRE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Prepared by: Mr. Lloyd D. Feliciano  FIRE SAFETY ▪ Fires are common problems in food establishments. ▪ Electrical fires are number two ▪ STAY ALIVE. Be sure you evacuate the building and the fire department is called. ▪ A. FIRE PREVENTION  FIRE PREVENTION ▪ Housekeeping the eyes of the property SOME FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: A. Stairs FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: B. Fire Extinguishers FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: C. Fire Regulations FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: D. Fire detection system ▪ Fire alarm system FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: D. Fire detection system ▪ Smoke detection system FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: D. Fire detection system ▪Sprinkler systems FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: E. Fire doors FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: F. Fire drills FIRE PREVENTION METHODS: G. Fire protection checklist B. FIRE FIGHTING 3 CLASSES OF FIRE ▪ Class A water is needed. ▪ Class B blanketing effect is essential. ▪ Class C –Fire extinguishers KEYS TO FIRE SAFETY IN HOTELS When you check in your room observe the following: If you discover a fire: ▪ If possible, ATTACK the fire. ▪ DO NOT put yourself at risk. ▪ EVACUATE THE AREA. If you hear the fire alarm: ▪ If it is 1st alarm – remain alert and prepare yourself to evacuate. ▪ 2nd fire alarm – leave the room immediately by the nearest exit staircase. ▪ Do not attempt to pack belongings. ▪ Do not use lifts and elevators. ▪ Fire is unpredictable Time is of essence so response must be immediate. ▪ If your trapped in your room: Inform someone of your presence