SAFE017 - Developing an Emergency Action Plan
An emergency action plan (EAP) is a written document required by particular OSHA standards. The purpose of an EAP is to facilitate and organize employer and employee actions during workplace emergencies. If you are required to have an EAP, this course will guide you through the development of an EAP. Note: This training is intended for safety coordinators and others who may assist in developing an EAP.
An emergency action plan (EAP) is a written document required by particular OSHA standards. The purpose of an EAP is to facilitate and organize employer and employee actions during workplace emergencies. If you are required to have an EAP, this course will guide you through the development of an EAP. Note: This training is intended for safety coordinators and others who may assist in developing an EAP.
Learning objectives
- Identify the purpose of an emergency action plan (EAP).
- Identify steps for conducting a workplace evaluation prior to developing an EAP.
- List at least two methods to develop an EAP for your company.
- Identify at least five elements of evacuation that should be included in your company’s EAP.
- Identify procedures that should be taken into account if you incorporate a “shelter-in-place” within your EAP.
- Identify OSHA’s requirements for reporting emergencies.
To successfully complete this course, you must attain a minimum score of 80% on the final exam and complete the course training survey. This course combines with the courses “SAFE018 - Developing a Fire Prevention Plan” and “SAFE019 - Managing Fire Extinguisher Systems” to offer you a comprehensive emergency preparedness development program.
Continuing education: This course is approved for 1.0 Category II CPE credits by the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC). VGM Education is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
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