APPENDIX_4_Pool_Emergency_Action_Plan_2013.pdf

APPENDIX 4

INCIRLIK AB OUTDOOR RECREATION POOL

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN

As a contracted lifeguard (hereafter referred to as lifeguard) that works at the pool, an essential part of your skill base must be the ability to appropriately respond to emergency situations at your level and ability of training. All contracted lifeguards are required to maintain current certifications in CPR, Basic First Aid and a current Lifeguard certification. This manual will help to acquaint you with the general procedures used within each department, and some site-specific details. You must become familiar with response methods to the different emergencies outlined in the manual, and be prepared to implement them in a calm and professional manner.

As contracted lifeguard at the pool you must know where the following items are located:

emergency phone numbers list, all exits, evacuation assembly location, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, first aid kits, flash lights, electrical panels, water system shut-off valves, and key.

Risk management, safety awareness and emergency response ability are fundamental parts of your job as contracted lifeguard. While on duty, you are asked to be alert to potential hazards from equipment, activities, and human behavior. You should be quick to respond to problems whenever they may arise. You play a key role in protecting the safety of Outdoor Recreations (O.D.R.) patrons, staff, and facilities.

In the event of an emergency situation, to alert the Pool Manager and other contracted lifeguards give one long blast of your whistle, whistle blast should last 3-6 seconds. Once a lifeguard has signaled an emergency, that lifeguard must be replaced by another lifeguard so all stations continue to be covered. The long whistle blast will only be used when help is needed in the event of an injury or life-threatening situation.

When an emergency is sounded, either a lifeguard or the Pool Manager must go to the lifeguard locker room ASAP and be prepared to call 911 and assist lifeguards in any capacity that is needed. If the lifeguard should need to leave the pool area to assist with emergency care in another part of the facility, the pool shall be closed and no one will be able to enter the pool during the absence of the lifeguard.

Hazardous Material Spills (chlorine, acid, gasoline, etc.)

1. First clear the area.

2. Contact your immediate supervisor.

3. Call 911 (Fire Department).

4. Keep area clear, wait for further instructions.

5. Complete all reports (accident, incident).

Fire Emergency Procedures In the event of a fire, a safe and speedy response is of the utmost importance. All lifeguards and O.D.R. staff need to be prepared for any and all emergencies. Please follow these guidelines in the event of a fire:

1. Call 911. Give them your name, the facility name, the address, and state the problem. If the Pool Manager is on shift they must be notified of the situation immediately.

2. All buildings, locker rooms/ showers, and office rooms must be checked to ensure that no one is inside. Lifeguards and O.D.R employees must not enter any area if there appears to be a risk of injury.

3. Patrons, lifeguards, and O.D.R. staff will be evacuated to the parking lot of the Hodja Inn next to the ATM machine. No one is to remain within (50) fifty feet of the pool area.

4. A lifeguard, or the Pool Manager, should meet the Fire Department when they arrive so information can be given.

5. Contact the Outdoor Recreation Director and the Flight Chief

6. Complete an incident report form as soon as possible.

Lifeguards Should:

Know the location of alternative exits from all areas of the building.

Know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher and how to use it.

Theft

When a theft occurs, it is important to determine the approximate value of the stolen property. Notify the Pool Manager immediately. Contact the Law Enforcement Desk at 676-3200 if the value is over $50.

When completing an incident report form to document the event, please get as much information as possible concerning the theft. Include specifics, such as:

location of the theft, description and value of all stolen articles, and addresses and phone numbers of all parties involved.

Robbery In the event of a robbery, all of the assets in the facility combined would not equal the safety of a customer or staff member. Do not attempt to be a hero! The best thing you can do is to be a good witness and take charge once the incident has ended.

1. Immediately call 911 and direct aid to any injured individuals.

2. Immediately contact a the Pool Manager or O.D.R. Director if one is not at the facility.

3. Lock the doors.

4. Protect any evidence that may be valuable and direct another lifeguard to meet the police when they arrive.

5. Distribute pencils and paper to all witnesses so they can write down exactly what they saw. Try and prevent them from discussing it with other customers.

6. Please do not talk to anyone other than military police and those associated with them, the Pool manager, O.D.R. Director, Flight chief and FSS Commander. Do not speak to any media personnel, if approached, refer them to the Public Affairs Office on Incirlik.

Bomb Threat Bomb threat may be received by phone, mail, person-to-person, e-mail, etc. In most cases, however, the threat will be made by phone.

In the event of a bomb threat, the following guidelines are in effect:

1. The person receiving the call should note the time, line on which received, sex of the caller, and emotional state of the caller (calm, jovial, distraught, angry, etc.)

2. Immediately call 911 emergency services and report that a bomb threat has been received and that the building is being evacuated.

3. Upon hanging up with 911, the Pool Manager or O.D.R. Director should be notified.

4. Inform all persons in the building/area that there is an emergency situation and that they need to leave, meeting in the parking lot at the Hodja Inn by the ATM.

5. Encourage everyone to remain calm and exit in an orderly fashion.

6. All patrons, lifeguards and O.D.R. staff are to leave the building/area except the

Pool Manager and Lead Lifeguard.

7. The Pool Manager and Lead Lifeguard will make a swift circuit of the building to ensure all patrons have exited, then they will vacate after all patrons have cleared the building.

8. The Pool Manager or Lead Lifeguard will become the liaison with all 911 services.

9. The pool manager or lead lifeguard will notify O.D.R. Director.

10. The facility will reopen when the Fire and Police Departments announce that it is safe.

11. Lifeguards and O.D.R. staff may not leave unless directed to do so by the supervisor.

12. Lifeguards and ODR staff will not give out information regarding any accident/incident except to the police or emergency personnel. If contacted by the media refer them to Public Affairs located on Incirlik.

Building Evacuation Pool Manager will:

1. Clear the pool and deck area of all patrons, lifeguards, and staff.

2. Move from room to room, starting with occupied rooms, to verbally tell everyone to immediately vacate the building/area. The recommended message is:

“Attention, there is an emergency situation. Please leave the building and pool area in a calm and orderly manner, using the nearest exit, and meet at the lodging (Hodja) parking lot next to the ATM..”

3. Check for people with disabilities, children, or anyone appearing to need assistance, to see if they need help leaving the building. Assign a lifeguard, staff member or capable volunteer to accompany such individuals until emergency personnel arrive, or transportation is provided for them.

4. Assign a lifeguard, staff member or volunteer person to gather people in pre-designated areas outside of the facility, out of the way of emergency vehicles and a safe distance (minimum 50 yards) from site.

5. Check rooms, dressing rooms, showers, storage closets, etc. on your way out of the building. Close each door after you have verified that a space is vacant.

6. Stay with people outside the building until emergency personnel arrive. Be aware of and attend to physical needs of patrons, lifeguards and staff, who may have left the building without adequate clothing. Do not let anyone other than emergency personnel enter the facility.

7. Confirm with people outside the building that all individuals who were in the facility have been evacuated. Do not let anyone leave without notification, make sure that minors are released to responsible guardians.

8. When emergency personnel arrive, indicate that you are the person in charge, and follow their instructions.

9. Use a nearby phone to contact the ODR Director or the Flight Chief.

10. At the end of the incident, when you have emergency personnel approval, you may allow patrons, lifeguards and staff to re-enter the facility. You will need the approval of the ODR Director or Flight Chief to resume activities for the day.

Plumbing Problems

1. For minor leaks, turn off water flow to the leaking line, post the faucet or attached device as “Out of Order”; mop up the spill; post “Wet Floor” signs where necessary; fill out an “Incident Report” form.

2. For major leaks, use the facility’s water key to turn off the main valve; mop up spill; post “Wet Floor” signs where necessary; call your supervisor or person for guidance and assistance; fill out an incident report form.

Mechanical Problems

1. For issues with any equipment let the lead lifeguard or the Pool Manager know

2. For any urgent issues call CE at 676-6356 appropriate maintenance personnel.

3. Write down any issues in the lifeguard daily log.

Health Emergencies

For Major Emergencies:

1. Gloves must be worn at all times.

2. Perform any first aid needed. Stabilize the victim or injury. Do not move unless victim is in immediate danger. (fire, drowning, etc.)

3. Keep crowds away from the accident area and victim.

4. Do not leave the victim unattended. Call on assistance of anyone in the vicinity, if necessary. If you are alone, leave the victim only long enough to call 911.

5. Call 911 with the information as soon as possible. State the following:

“This is an emergency at the pool building number 925.”

Describe the nature of the injury Give the phone number 676-3442 Give your name How many people are injured The condition of the victim What care is being given Arrange to have someone remove the bollards and direct the emergency personnel in to the pool area.

DO NOT HANG UP UNTIL THE 911 DISPATCHER HANGS UP

Return and report to the lifeguard who is caring for the victim

6. Notify the ODR director and the Flight Chief and the victim’s parents (if victim is a minor) if possible

7. After the victim has been stabilized, fill out an accident report and submit to the

Pool Manager or ODR Director.

8. Lifeguards and ODR staff will not give out information regarding any accident/incident except to the police or emergency personnel. If contacted by the media refer them to Public Affairs located on Incirlik.

For Minor Injuries: (Minor injuries include minor cuts, scratches, sprains, etc.)

2. Perform any first aid needed. Stabilize the victim or injury. Do not move the victim unless the victim is in immediate danger. (Fire, drowning, etc.)

3. Offer the victim ice or first aid materials as needed. These are the only medical items we will give out.

4. Do not attempt to diagnose any medical conditions.

5. Fill out an accident report form and submit to the Recreation Superintendent.

6. Lifeguards and ODR staff will not give out information regarding any accident/incident except to the police or emergency personnel. If contacted by the media refer them to Public Affairs located on Incirlik.

Refusal of Assistance:

If at any time an adult refuses first aid, paramedic or other medical assistance when you believe it necessary, completely fill out an accident report stating the nature of the situation and that assistance was refused. Please be sure to have the person sign the form.

Instructions for handling clothing or towels soiled with potentially infectious fluids:

2. Put potentially infectious material into a plastic bag. This bag must be disposed of separately.

3. Clean any areas where the material was laying with bleach/water and/or appropriate disinfectant.

4. Dispose of your gloves in the same plastic bag as above.

Spinal Injury Rescue (Shallow or Deepwater) All lifeguards should have knowledge of Spinal Injury Rescues.

Refer to the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Manual.

Accident Procedures Involving Blood

1. In case of an accident, apply immediate first aid to stop bleeding. DO NOT TOUCH

BLOOD WITH BARE HANDS, USE SURGICAL GLOVES. THESE GLOVES ARE

IN THE FIRST AID KIT. Make the victim as comfortable as possible. In case of a back or neck injury, do not move the individual unless absolutely necessary.

Telephone 911 for emergency help.

2. In cases of drowning or near drowning where the victim is breathing, immediately remove the victim from the water.

If there is foreign matter visible in the mouth, remove it quickly with your finger.

Use the American Red Cross Pocket Mask. Instructions are included with the mask; the mask will be used only by contract persons who have received adequate training.

Emergency notification numbers. The pool manager will assure that the numbers are in an easily recognizable place.

Hospital ambulance – 911 SFS DESK – 911 or 676-3200 Fire Department – 911 Outdoor Recreation Director – Office – 676-3367, Cell Phone –

05304032064 Flight Chief – Office – 676-6873, Cell Phone – 05304032070 39 FSS/CC – Office – 676-3108, Cell Phone – 0532-540-5110

All accidents will be reported.

In all cases of accidents, whether or not the victim is hospitalized, the swimming pool manager will notify the Outdoor Recreation Director. Outdoor Recreation Director will notify the 39 FSS/CC. The chain of notification will be followed. If the first person in the chain cannot be notified then the caller will call the next person in the chain until the accident is reported. The swimming pool manager will record in pool log book what happened.