Emergency Procedures Flashcards
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What does CBRN stand for in the context of emergency planning?
Answer: Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear
CBRN stands for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear. These represent categories of hazardous materials or weapons that could be used in a terrorist attack or industrial incident. Door supervisors should be aware of initial response procedures.
If you suspect a chemical attack inside a venue, what should you advise people to do?
Answer: Move upwind, uphill, and upstream from the source if outside; evacuate away from the substance if inside
In a suspected chemical incident, people should move away from the source. If outdoors, move upwind, uphill, and upstream. If indoors, evacuate away from the substance. Remove contaminated outer clothing and follow decontamination advice from emergency services.
What are the four key fire safety measures a door supervisor should know about their venue?
Answer: Location of fire exits, fire extinguisher types and locations, assembly point, and the fire evacuation procedure
Door supervisors must know: all fire exit locations and routes, types and locations of fire extinguishers, the designated assembly point, and the venue's specific fire evacuation procedure including their role within it.
A patron is bleeding heavily from a deep cut to their arm. While waiting for an ambulance, what should you do?
Answer: Apply direct pressure to the wound using a clean pad, elevate the limb above heart level if possible, and monitor for shock
Apply firm, direct pressure using a clean pad or dressing. Elevate the limb above heart level to reduce blood flow. Do not remove embedded objects. Monitor for signs of shock (pale, cold, clammy skin, rapid breathing). Keep the casualty warm and reassured.
What information should be included in a post-incident report following an emergency at a venue?
Answer: Date, time, location, description of events in chronological order, people involved, actions taken, injuries sustained, emergency services attendance, and witness details
A comprehensive post-incident report should include all relevant details: date, time, location, chronological description, parties involved, actions taken by staff, injuries, emergency services details, witness information, CCTV availability, and any follow-up actions required.
During a venue evacuation, a patron in a wheelchair cannot use the stairs. What should a door supervisor do?
Answer: Guide them to a designated refuge point (protected waiting area), inform the fire brigade of their location, and stay with them if safe to do so
Most multi-storey venues have designated refuge points - protected areas where wheelchair users can wait safely for the fire brigade to evacuate them using specialist equipment. The person's location must be communicated to the fire brigade upon arrival.