As soon as a dangerous situation becomes evident, several things need to happen:

• Assess the situation, choose the appropriate response, and take immediate action.
• Take action to protect yourself first so you can in turn protect others.
• Take action to protect those in your immediate area.
• Communicate the need for others to take immediate protective actions.
• Notify emergency responders.
• Initiate the chosen response action and related emergency protocols found in your plan.
• Triage injuries and apply emergency first aid as needed.