Safety Drills

Objective:

Ensure that your facility’s safety procedures are current and accessible to the staff in the case of an emergency.

Content:

Identify possible emergencies and develop or update safety procedures for these situations. Ensure that staff members are aware of safety procedures and where to locate supporting documents and materials in an emergency. Close this Lunch & Learn by conducting a safety drill for one type of emergency.

Prior to Lunch & Learn Session:

• In preparation for leading the group discussion, the leader should review the supporting document section to determine how the information will be presented.
• Gather any documentation for safety protocols that your facility currently hasinplace•Print a copy of the “Safety Preparedness Checklist”•Review “What Tools Do I Need for Breaking Up Fights”•Gather supplies for dog fight safety drill(stuffed animals work well for this)