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Handling Accidents and Emergency

              When an accident or emergency occurs, it's important to act quickly and
                                                                                              PRIMARY
                                                                                                             HEALTHCARE
              follow the required requisite protocols:                                    HOSPITAL      MEDICINE
              �  Immediate  response:  Call  for  help  immediately—whether  it's  an    !        SOS  SAFETY
                  ambulance (102), police (100), fire department (101), or any necessary   INCIDENT  HELPING
                  assistance—to minimise damage and ensure swift aid.                   EMERGENCY
                                                                                                AMBULANCE
              �  Provide first aid: Administer first aid promptly to anyone injured
                                                                                                   EXIT  FIRE
                  in  the  accident.  This  includes  basic  medical  care  like  CPR,  wound
                                                                                       SITUATION
                  treatment, or stabilising someone in distress.                         PERSON      SAFETY DAMAGE
              �  Follow standard procedures: Adhere to your workplace's Standard                         DANGER
                  Operating  Procedures  (SOPs)  for  managing  accidents.  These
                  protocols outline what actions to take and whom to contact during emergencies.

              �  Assess risks: Conduct a quick assessment of the situation to identify ongoing hazards or risks to others.
                  Ensure the area is safe for responders and bystanders.
              �  Train employees: Regularly educate your team on emergency response procedures and basic first aid
                  techniques. Make sure everyone understands their roles and responsibilities in such situations.

              �  Inform your Supervisor: Share details about the probable cause of the accident and provide a clear
                  description of the injury.  Emphasise any immediate safety concerns that need urgent attention.
              �  Assist your Supervisor: Work with your supervisor to identify the exact cause of the accident. Gather
                  evidence, such as witness statements or equipment inspections, to support the investigation.
              �  Contribute to Prevention: Assist your supervisor in taking steps to avoid similar accidents in the future.
                  Suggest potential improvements to workplace safety protocols.

              �  Maintain safety equipment: Keep essential safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and
                  emergency alarms easily accessible and in good working condition.
              �  Clear communication:  Maintain  open  communication with  emergency  responders,  employees, and
                  anyone affected by the incident. Provide updates as the situation unfolds.

              �  Document and learn: After the incident, document what happened, the actions taken, and any lessons
                  learned. Use this information to improve your workplace's emergency preparedness and response.
              �  Safety measures: Implement  safety measures like  keeping workplaces clean and free of hazards to
                  prevent slips, trips, and falls. Install safety alarms and other preventive measures to reduce workplace
                  accidents. Proper signage can help avoid workplace accidents.
              �  Vigilance and reporting: Stay vigilant for any suspicious activities or potential risks in the workplace.
                  Encourage employees to report any safety concerns promptly.

              �  Emergency drills: Conduct periodic emergency drills seriously to familiarise employees with emergency
                  procedures and ensure that they can respond effectively during actual emergencies.

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                     Emergency  Response  Support  System  (ERSS)  is  a  Pan-India  single  number  (112)  based  emergency
                     response system for citizens in emergencies.







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