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# Week #3 of April PrepareAthon focuses on evacuation and SIP

By Rick Zucchero, Security & Emergency ServicesDLA Installation Management Susquehanna

In week two of Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management Susquehanna’s April’s PrepareAthon we discussed how to sign up to receive emergency alerts before a disaster takes place, so that we may take immediate life-saving actions if a disaster takes place. This week we’ll focus on a couple of those emergency actions: evacuation and SIP, or shelter-in-place.

Imagine you receive this AtHoc message on your phone and computer: “A hazardous material release has occurred at your location. Shelter-in-place immediately. Shut down the building’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning units and close and stay away from windows. Wait for further instructions.”

Do you know the SIP locations for your facility? Is it an interior room with no windows? If you are unsure, refer to your local emergency action plan or ask your supervisor. If you are working outside and receive a message, take the following actions: move upwind, and if possible, take shelter in the nearest building.                 Most installation buildings are equipped with a “red button” under a clear plastic cover located in the common area or near entrance to building administrative areas. These buttons can be pressed to stop outside air from coming in, thus preventing, or greatly reducing any outside contaminants from traveling throughout the building.                            April PrepareAthon week 3 focuses on evacuation and SIP                            Most installation buildings are equipped with a “red button” under a clear plastic cover located in the common area or near entrance to building administrative areas. These buttons can be pressed to stop outside air from coming in, thus preventing, or greatly reducing any outside contaminants from traveling throughout the building.            SHARE IMAGE:Download ImageImage DetailsPhoto By: DLA Installation Management Security & Emergency ServicesVIRIN: 230418-D-D0441-3465

Do you know how to shut down your building’s HVAC? Most installation buildings are equipped with a “red button” under a clear plastic cover located in the common area or near entrance to building administrative areas. These buttons can be pressed to stop outside air from coming in, thus preventing, or greatly reducing any outside contaminants from traveling throughout the building. Take a minute to learn where your HVAC emergency shut off buttons are. 

If you receive a message directing you to evacuate your building or the installation given by the mass warning notification system, DLA police or fire department, do not panic and follow the instructions provided.  

If you witness or encounter a hazardous material spill do not attempt to clean it up. Call your local Emergency Communication Center’s non-emergency number.

Additionally, see the guidance resource below from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for more information on chemical SIP safety measures.

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