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Emergency Medical Services Workers:
Preventing Injuries and Exposures - Click here>> for more information on EMS Safety ______________________________________________________________________________ General Safety Tips Travel Safety Do NOT drive while
fatigued Avoid Excessive Speed Wear Seat Belts
Prepare Yourself While Walking or Jogging stay as far off the
roadway as possible, wear bright colored clothes, wear a reflective belt/vest,
and carry a flashlight or chemical stick REMEMBER,
INCIDENTS TAKE NO HOLIDAYS OR TIME OFF
- “SAFETY FIRST”
Know What Storm
‘Watches’ and ‘Warnings’ Mean
When a Storm ‘Watch’ is IssuedListen to NOAA Weather Radio, local radio, and TV stations, or
cable TV such as The Weather Channel for further updates. Be alert to changing weather conditions. Avoid unnecessary travel.
When a Storm
‘Warning’ is Issued
Stay indoors during the storm. Understand the hazards of wind chill, which
combines the cooling effect of wind and cold temperatures on exposed skin. As the wind increases, heat is carried away from
a person’s body at an accelerated rated, driving down the body temperature.
Avoid traveling by car in a storm, but if you
must… Carry a Disaster Supplies Kit in the trunk. Keep your car’s gas tank full for emergency use. Let someone know your destination, your route,
and when you expect to arrive. If your car gets stuck along the way, help can
be sent along your predetermined route.
If You Get Stuck
Stay with your car. Do not try to walk to
safety. Tie a brightly colored cloth (preferably red) to
the antenna for rescuers to see. Leave the overhead light on when the engine is
running so that you can be seen. Keep one window away from
the blowing wind slightly open to let in air.
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