Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

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Chapter 1 – General Administration

Article 5 – Evacuation and Emergency Management

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11050.8 Damage Control

  • The emergency coordinator shall assess damage and determine if and/or what action is necessary to immediately control dangerous or potentially dangerous areas or situations. These actions may include:

    • Fire suppression and standby.

    • Disconnection of utilities and business machines.

    • Medical standby.

    • Protection or removal of flammables.

    • Venting of doors and windows.

    • Supervision of rescue and first-aid teams.

    • Erection of barriers as necessary.

    • Protection or removal of records.

    • Identification and protection of hazardous substance exposure.