Buildings and Evacuations
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Evacuation Plans and Procedures eTool
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/evacuation/index.html
Guidance for retail businesses on implementing an emergency action plan. Also includes information on workplace evaluation, education and training.
Source: OSHA
Evacuation Planning Matrix
https://www.osha.gov/dep/evacmatrix/index.html
OSHA developed this Evacuation Planning Matrix to provide employers with planning considerations and on-line resources that may help employers reduce their vulnerability to a terrorist act or the impact of a terrorist release.
Source: OSHA
Fire Safety Features of Buildings and Fire Protection Systems
https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3256.pdf
The purpose of this manual is to increase the safety of emergency responders and building occupants by providing information about how firefighters typically interact with building features and fire protection systems during fires.
Source: OSHA
Emergency Exit Routes Pocket Card
http://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3183.pdf
This OSHA Quick Card shares tips for planning safe evacuation from a building during an emergency.
Source: OSHA