GPT Emergency Guidelines

18 SEVERE STORM Severe storms can be categorised into heavy rain (causing ash ooding), hail, lightning and thunder, cyclones, extreme wind gusts and land gales. Procedure:  On notication of impending cyclone or severe storm, ensure all loose items are secured  Close all curtains, blinds and external doors  Move computers and valuables away fromwindows or items that may fall  Lightning strikes may cause power failure which will affect services such as lighting, lifts, heating or air conditioning, ventilation and building re systems  Stay away fromwindows or areas exposed to outside elements  Seek shelter under tables or desks and away from items such as bookcases and other furniture that may fall or slide  Refrain fromusing the telephone immediately unless for serious injury  Restrict the use of vehicles and use only where necessary The event of a major electrical failure occurring in the building can pose various issues that require attention from the ECOas both staff and visitors will be affected. During the electrical outage the following systems should revert to backup electrical supplies.  Emergency lighting &Exit lighting  Fire detection systems and the Fire Indictor Panel  EmergencyWarning Intercommunication System  Security system  Emergency Generator (where installed) Where these systems rely on battery electrical supply the duration of use will bemeasured in hours. Key Contacts The sudden loss of electricity in the building can create various issues that need to be dealt with by the following key personnel.  Chief Warden, Property Manager, Lift Maintenance Contractor, Electricity Provider Hazards / Issues In the event of an electrical failure various issues may need to be dealt with such as:  People trapped in lifts  People within a darkened area  Unsecured tenancies  Power surge on re-commencement of electrical supply POWER FAILURE