ACPL Safety Training Emergency Response Kits
Learning Objectives By the end of this training session, you will be able to: Describe the difference between a first aid kit and an Emergency Response Kit Tell where each is located in your agency Describe the purpose of items in the Emergency Response Kit Inventory your agency’s Emergency Response Kit Identify items that should not be in the Emergency Response Kit List one-time use items in the Emergency Response Kit Tell how to restock the Emergency Response Kit and first aid kit
EMERGENCY RESPONSE KITS First Aid Kits & the ERK
First Aid Kits and Emergency Response Kits Emergency Response Kit (ERK) intended for mobile use has double the amount of supplies as the first aid kit includes tools contains larger items which don’t fit in a first aid kit First Aid Kit mounted to wall in kitchens/pantries limited amount of supplies
Where is the first aid kit at your agency? Where is the Emergency Response Kit at your agency? Do you think this is a good location? Why or why not? USE IT OR LOSE IT
Get to Know the Emergency Response Kit (ERK)
The Emergency Response Kit (ERK)
Isolyser in the ERK
Cling gauze, gauze pads, alcohol preps
Tools in the ERK
Have you ever had to block off an area of the library? Did you use caution tape to do so? Where would you find it? USE IT OR LOSE IT
Extendable Mirror & Signal Dots
The Emergency Response kit
One-Time Use Items Bandages Disinfecting prep wipes Cold packs Hypoallergenic, sterile gloves Tweezers Isolyser waste liquid solidifier Disposable rescue mask
EMERGENCY RESPONSE KITS Other Emergency Response Items
Other Items (not in) the Emergency Response Kit
Items that should NEVER be in the Emergency Response Kit
Why is it unsafe to keep Tylenol in the Emergency Response Kit? What are possible consequences of administering over-the- counter medication to a patron? USE IT OR LOSE IT
EMERGENCY RESPONSE KITS Administering First Aid
What Type of Basic Care?
EMERGENCY RESPONSE KITS Restocking the ERK
Restocking the Emergency Response kit
QUESTIONS? Information for all safety training has been provided by John Hidy, Security Services Manager, Allen County Public Library. For more information or if you have questions, contact John Hidy, x1281or
To finish your safety training, please complete the quiz. complete the quiz