Components of an Effective Emergency Action Plan

An effective Emergency Action Plan includes: A preferred method for reporting fires and other emergencies. An evacuation policy and procedure. Emergency escape procedures and route assignments (i.e., floor plans, safe areas). Contact information for—and responsibilities of—individuals to be contacted under the Emergency Action Plan. Information concerning local area hospitals (i.e., name, telephone number, and distance from your location). An emergency notification system to alert various parties of an emergency, including: Individuals at remote locations within premises. Local law enforcement. Local area hospitals.