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Instruction |
6114.6-AR |
EARTHQUAKES
A.
Purpose and Scope
To establish general earthquake safety procedures
B.
General
1.
Each principal shall develop a site-specific plan
for responding to the effects of an earthquake.
2.
Discretion should be used by the principal in
determining when to employ these measures.
3.
The principal shall ensure that all students and
staff are aware of the elements of the plan and the role each plays.
C.
Forms Used and Additional References
None
D.
Procedure
1.
As in any emergency, in the event of an earthquake,
the first priority is to maintain calm and treat any injuries.
2.
At the first sign of an earthquake, students should
be instructed to "duck, cover, and hold".
3.
After the shaking stops, the teacher should conduct
an orderly evacuation to a safe, predetermined location.
4.
Once out of the school buildings, no one should be
allowed to re-enter without the principal's permission.
5.
The principal should implement the appropriate
elements of the school's Emergency Response Plan.
6.
All gas, water and electric lines should be shut
off.
7.
The superintendent's office should be notified of any
damage and/or injuries as soon as possible.
8.
The superintendent's office will inform the schools
of action to be taken.
9.
All students should be closely supervised and
remain at school until notice from the superintendent's office.
E.
Reports Required
None
F.
Record Retention
None
G.
Responsible Administrative Unit
Assistant Superintendent, Personnel Services
Superintendent
H.
Approved by:
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Timothy VanEck |
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James O. Fleming |
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Responsible Division Head |
Date |
Superintendent |
Date |