ANGLEC HEALTH & SAFETY HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST

HEALTH & SAFETY HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST

1. GATHER INFORMATION

  • Find out how you could be affected during an Hurricane from the Department of Disaster Management.
  • Ask how you should prepare for the disaster.
  • Ask how you would be warned about the disaster.
  • Learn about your community evacuation routes and where the nearest shelter is located.
  • Ask about special assistance for the elderly or disabled persons.

2. PREPARE YOUR FAMILY

  • Create an Emergency Plan.
  • Draw a floor plan of your home and mark two escape routes.
  • Find the safe spots in your home.
  • Discuss the security of family pets.
  • Meet with household members to discuss the dangers of a Hurricane.
  • Learn how to turn of water, gas and electricity at the main switches.
  • Teach children how to call the Ambulance, Police and Fire Departments in case of emergency.
  • Have 3-5-day supply of bottled water and non-perishable food.
  • Secure unique family needs, such as daily medication, important family documents, infant formula and diapers in waterproof containers.
  • Have at least one change of clothing securely stored in a waterproof container.
  • Restock toiletries and personal hygiene products.
  • Obtain a fully stocked First Aid Kit and a whistle to signal for help.

 

4. PROTECT YOUR HOME

  • Prune trees around your home. NEVER prune a limb that is near or touching a wire. Contact ANGLEC for help when pruning trees close to power lines.
  • Ensure loose items in the yard are securely fastened.
  • Protect windows with permanent storm shutters or invest in plywood that is pre-cut to fit your doors and windows.
  • Identify a place to store lawn furniture, toys, gardening tools and trash cans (away from stairs and exits) to prevent them from being moved by high winds and possibly hurting someone.
  • Have a battery powered radio (with extra batteries) on hand.
  • Ensure flashlights (with extra batteries) are functional.

REMEMBER THESE SAFETY TIPS:

  • Remain Calm.
  • Your Safety is important.
  • Protect your family, documents, home and pets.
  • Ensure vehicles are fueled and you have cash on hand.
  • Listen to the radio for weather advisories.
  • NEVER venture outside the home during a storm.
  • Only evacuate the home when it is safe to do so and necessary.
  • DO NOT cut downed-powerlines

For more information on Hurricane Preparedness Click here. Be sure to follow ANGLEC on social media for updates and for questions you may contact our main office via  497-5200.

 

Submitted by:

Shenique Clare
ANGLEC’s Health & Safety Officer

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