In addition, able-bodied occupants who are not participants in the program may decide to take immediate action to confine fires or hazardous conditions. They should notify the Fire Department and, when feasible, facilitate the movement of patients, staff, visitors and others during a disaster. The OEC identifies Floor Team Coordinators and Team members who then are trained by the NIH Emergency Planning Coordinator. During emergencies, the OEC under the direction of the Fire Officer in Charge, directs the evacuation of building. The Floor Team Coordinators and Team members assist in the orderly evacuation of their area.
Supervisors assure that their staff are knowledgeable about evacuation procedures.
Supervisors need to know the location of workers with disabilities who may need special assistance during an emergency. The NIH Fire Department leads the rescue and fire suppression activities. The Fire Officer in Charge directs the OEC or designee on evacuation needs and routes. The NIH Police manages crowd control and facility security. They may also evacuate individuals from hazardous areas as deemed necessary by the Fire Officer in Charge.