Tennessee Baptist Site Security Training Course 5 Copyright
Tennessee Baptist Site Security Training Course 5 Copyright Permission obtained from original author Gerald T. Aitken of Maybrook NY http: //securitytrainingcourse. com/
Emergency Situations Ø Crisis Caused Confrontations Ø Safety Awareness Ø Fire Prevention Ø Hazardous Materials Ø Emergency Response
Disruptive Persons Ø Abusing alcohol Ø Personal loss of property Ø Illness or injury Ø Stress shock Ø Mental illness Ø Argument with spouse
Disruptive Persons Ø Loss of a loved one Ø Substance abuse Ø Anger or Frustration Ø Conflict with an agency Ø Financial problems
Handling Disruptive Persons Ø Always be alert Ø Do not stand between the upset person and the exit, cutting the subject off Ø Remain calm Ø Stand four feet away Ø Do not return anger Ø Show respect
Handling Disruptive Persons Ø Address the person by name Ø Do not raise your voice Ø Act appropriately Ø Do not argue Ø Be impartial and objective Ø Listen to the upset person carefully Ø Stand to the side, not in front of, the upset individual
Signs of Impending Violence Ø Hyperventilating Ø Gritting teeth Ø Foaming at the mouth Ø Opening and closing hands Ø Eyes dialated Ø Tensing
To De-Escalate the Situation Ø Let the person blow off steam with hostile language and gestures, but not violently Ø Use calming verbal persuasion Ø Use physical restraint as a last resort
When it blows over… Ø Don’t forget to write a TBC DR Incident Report Ø Who, What, Where, When, Why, How Ø Concise Ø Complete Ø Objective Ø Accurate
Characteristics of Accidents Ø Unexpected Ø An person is sickened, injured or killed Ø Work is stopped or delayed
Causes of Accidents Unsafe actions by workers Ø Lack of safety policy, or not enforced Ø Personal factors (attitude, fatigue, physical problem, mental problem, distracted by radio headset or conversation, cell phone) Ø Lack of safety training Ø Unsafe conditions Ø Lack of safety awareness and motivation Ø
When you observe a safety violation Ø Fix the problem if possible Advise the worker Ø Notify your security supervisor Ø Incident Report
Things to notice on patrol persons engaged in unsafe bending and lifting? Ø Too much sun? Ø Too hot, cold or humid? Ø Too noisy? Ø persons too confined? Ø Great heights without safeguards? Ø
Things to notice on patrol Ø Electrical fittings secure? Ø Safe material handling and storage? Ø Floors and walkways clear of tripping hazards? Ø Obstructed fire extinguishers? Ø Smoking in non-smoking areas? Ø Fences around pits and hazardous areas? Ø Clear access to work areas and exits?
Things to notice on patrol Ø Equipment safely used and stored? Ø Floors slippery with water, oil or grit? Ø Any broken glass? Ø Aisles or exits obstructed? Ø Are contractors notified of any hazards in their work area? Ø Power tools properly used, cleaned, and stored? Ø Trash stored in proper receptacles?
Things to notice on patrol Ø Ø Ø Ø Forklift operators speeding? Autos or trucks speeding? Parking in fire lanes? People given inadequate training before they use equipment? First aid kits ill maintained or obstructed? Staircases dirty or obstructed? Inflammable materials not stored in proper metal receptacles?
Things to notice on patrol Ø persons wearing personal protective equipment when needed? Ø Platforms and railings safe? Ø Are ladders, exits, stairways, electrical switch boxes, aisles and walkways, emergency equipment, first aid kits, or fire fighting equipment blocked? Ø Are all hazardous substances identified, labeled, correctly handled and properly stored?
Things to notice on patrol Ø Adequate ventilation? Ø Eating or drinking in potentially toxic or infectious areas? Ø Is there dust, fumes, gas or vapors?
Preventing Fires Ø Clean up, reduce clutter Ø Observant, frequent security patrols Ø Observant persons Ø Lives are the first priority, property second
Ingredients of a Fire Ø Oxygen Ø Fuel Ø Heat Ø Once started, a fire spreads quickly
When on patrol, observe: Ø Boilers, heaters and furnaces Ø Maintenance of appliances Ø Any cooking areas Ø Maintenance of fire equipment Ø Electrical equipment and breaker rooms Ø Obstructed fire equipment Ø Smoking areas Ø Hazardous materials improperly stored or marked
When on patrol, observe: Ø Storage areas for flammable liquids Ø Poor housekeeping Ø Vehicle storage areas Ø Any heat near any storage area Ø Any area that is cluttered Ø Faulty electrical wiring Ø Work areas that utilize oils, paint thinners, or combustible liquids Ø Any sloppy cutting or welding
Commit to memory: Ø Location of all fire alarm boxes Ø The locations where flammable or hazardous materials are stored Ø The location of all fire extinguishers Ø Types of fires each extinguisher is suited for Ø The work areas where flammable or hazardous materials are used
Types of fires Ø Type A: paper, wood, rubbish, cloth, etc. Ø Type B: flammable gas or liquids Ø Type C: Electrical Ø Type D: Combustible metals
Fire Detection Ø Security monitoring Ø persons monitoring Ø Electronic detection
When you encounter a fire If it’s a very small fire, and you have the correct type of extinguisher close at hand, put it out yourself Otherwise: Ø Evacuate the building Ø Call Fire Department Later: Ø Assist firefighters and the injured Ø Restore fire-protective systems Ø Incident Report Ø
Using the wrong kind of extinguisher: Ø Will make the fire bigger Ø Can kill you
How to operate a fire extinguisher Ø Pull the pin Ø Aim the nozzle Ø Squeeze the trigger Ø Do not hold the extinguisher upside down
Identification symbols on fire extinguishers Some extinguishers have pictographs instead of symbols Ø A – waste basket and pile of logs Ø B – Safety can titled forward Ø C – Electrical outlet and plug Ø D- Hot metal Ø
Types of fire extinguishers Ø Halogen (Class A, B and C fires; no permanent residue) Ø Dry chemical (Class A, B and C fires) Ø Foam (Class A and B fires) Ø Water (Class A fires) Ø Carbon Dioxide (Class B and C fires)
Fixed extinguishing systems Ø STAND PIPES supply fire hoses Ø SPRINKLER HEADS Ø Specialized systems for commercial kitchens Ø Use of fire resistant building materials
Natural Emergencies Earthquake / building collapse Ø Tornado Ø Hurricane Ø Forest fire Ø Flood Ø Winter storm Ø Volcano Ø Electrical storm Ø
Man-Made Emergencies Fire / Arson Ø Explosion Ø Chemical spill Ø Hazardous gas leak Ø Riot or violent strike Ø Sabotage / Terrorism Ø Radiation accident Ø Bomb threat Ø
Security Duties in an Emergency Ø Notify Command Ø Evacuate personnel Ø Communicate Ø instructions via public address, radio or telephone Ø Protect all property Ø Assist fire, police, EMTs
Security Duties in an Emergency Ø Protect personnel and nearby residents Ø Notify OIC and site supervisor and assist as needed Ø Secure the perimeter with ropes, signs or barriers to prevent unauthorized access Ø Communicate emergency instructions to site personnel Ø Assist the injured
Severe Issues Ø Even though you are working a site following a disaster you can still have follow-up disaster and weather related issues. Monitor a weather radio, commercial radio, or TV if possible to help warn of impending events that will effect relief efforts.
Natural Disasters Ø Tornado: tornado watch-monitor the local weather service. tornado warning-sound the alarm and evacuate all personnel to safe areas. Ø Hurricane warning: Help evacuate personnel and board up. Afterwards, inspect the premises for trapped personnel and damage. Ø Earthquake: Account for all personnel, assist injured and trapped personnel, assess building damage, inspect gas lines and Haz. Mat storage areas. Ø Flood: you may have to place sandbags, divert water, move equipment or coat it with grease, and shut off gas lines and electrical power. Ø Severe Storms: Help with securing from high winds, heavy rain, and lightening. Assist in unplugging and securing personnel and equipment.
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