What is an Emergency Action Plan?
The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is an "action plan" to organize employer and employee actions during workplace emergencies.
Well developed emergency plans and proper employee training will result in fewer injuries and less structural damage to the facility during emergencies. On the other hand, a poorly prepared plan may lead to a disorganized evacuation or emergency response, resulting in confusion, injury, and property damage.
Putting together an EAP that deals with those issues specific to your worksite is not difficult. It involves taking what was learned from a workplace evaluation and describing how employees will respond to different types of emergencies. It takes into account your specific worksite layout, structural features, and emergency systems.
You will find it beneficial to include a diverse group of representatives (management and employees) in the development, deployment, review, and improvement of the EAP. The commitment of all employees is critical to the plan's success in the event of an emergency. If you want managers, supervisors, and employees to feel a sense of ownership in the EAP, ask for their help.
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1-2. Why is it important to ask managers, supervisors, and employees to help in developing and deploying the EAP?
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