Every jobsite must have a clear Emergency Action Plan — and every worker must understand it.
Why It Matters:
In an emergency, confusion wastes time and puts lives at risk. Whether it’s a fire, medical emergency, severe weather, or chemical spill, your crew needs to know exactly what to do and where to go.
Key Points:
- The EAP outlines what to do in various emergencies. It includes evacuation procedures, reporting methods, and contact info for emergency services.
- Evacuation routes and assembly points must be known by all. Practice drills help reinforce this.
- EAPs must be posted and accessible. They should also be reviewed during new worker orientation and periodically with the full crew.
- Assign roles clearly. Know who calls 911, who uses the fire extinguisher, who grabs the AED, and who takes roll call at the muster point.
✅ A plan on paper is only useful if the crew knows it by heart.
Ask the Crew:
- Have we reviewed the Emergency Action Plan this month?
- Where is our designated assembly area?
- Do we all know who to report emergencies to on-site?
