Download - Earthquake Safety by David Wei
Earthquake PreparednessBe Prepared. Stay Alive.David Wei, MBAAccident Prevention SpecialistUCLA EH&S
OverviewEarthquake - Basics
Earthquakes - History
Earthquakes - Myths Dispelled
Earthquake Preparedness
Resources
How do earthquakes occur?Earthquakes occur because of movement at a fault - a place where two slabs of rock are sliding past each other.
Japan 2004
1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake
October 17 4:15 p.m.
6.9 Richter
San Francisco / Santa Cruz Mountains
1989 - Loma Prieta
1994 Northridge Earthquake
January 17, 4:30 a.m.
6.7 Richter
Myth Dispelled #1
You can predict earthquakes
Myth Dispelled #2
Animals can predict earthquakes
Myth Dispelled #3
There is earthquake weather
Most Deadly EarthquakesYear Location Magnitude Deaths
1976 China 7.5 655,0001927 China 7.7 200,0001923 Japan 7.9 143,0001908 Italy 6.9 110,0001920 China 8.3 100,0001932 China 7.6 70,0001970 Peru 8.0 54,0001990 Iran 7.9 50,0001935 Pakistan 8.1 30,0001939 Turkey 7.7 30,000
Most Powerful EarthquakesYear Location Magnitude Deaths
1960 China 9.3 22,0001964 Alaska 9.2 1301952 Kamchatka 9.0 01965 Aleutian Islands 8.7 01922 Chile 8.7 01957 Aleutian Islands 8.6 0
1950 India-China border 8.6 1,5001906 Ecuador 8.6 500
1963 Kuril Islands 8.6 01923 Alaska 8.5 0
Comparison of earthquake magnitude and severity
The most powerful earthquakes are not necessarily the most deadly - several other factors play a part ...
their location
types of soil
structure of buildings
population density
Your Behavior!!!
Tip #1: Fix the hazardsa.TV’s, Furniture
b. Water heaters
c. Hazardous materials
Tip #2: Prepare a Disaster Plan
Gas shutoff
Water shutoffPower Shutoff
a.Practice “Duck, cover, and hold on”
b. Locate Utility Shutoff Valves
c. Establish a Meeting Place
Tip #3: Prepare a Disaster Supply Kit
a. Medicines (Rx)
b. Food/water
c. Whistle
d. Personal ID
e. First Aid Kits
= Bandages, Knuckle Bandages, Triangle Bandages, Ace Bandages, Gauze Tape, First Air Tape, Antibiotic Ointment, Gloves, Cold Packs, Scissors, Tweezers, Absorbent
Compresses.
Tip #4: Know Your AreaAt work:
I know where exit routes, fire extinguishers and first aid kits are in my work area.
I know the danger spots - windows, mirrors, hanging objects, fireplaces and tall furniture.
I know the safe spots in each room - under sturdy tables, desks or against inside walls.
At home:
I know where to shut off the water, power and gas and I have access to the necessary tools.
How prepared are you for a future earthquake?
At work:
We have established disaster plan and have discussed it
I have assembled supplies and have them stored at my desk
I carry a list of important phone numbers in my wallet, including the number of my out of state family contact
We conduct regular practice drills, and have an established meeting place in the event of an evacuation
At home:
The water heater is strapped to the wall
Anything that would have fallen on my head has been secured to the wall
I have emergency lighting stored and ready to use
I have stored emergency food and water supplies
I have a portable radio and batteries
We have decided where we will reunite if separated
Shakeout! November 13th, 2008.Knowing How to React
Develop a workplace and a family disaster plan
Get training in first aid/ CPR and in how to use a fire extinguisher
Look for safe places inside and outside of all buildings where you spend time
If you are indoors when the shaking starts - Duck, Cover and Hold On
If you are outdoors in an earthquake, stay outside and move away from buildings and power lines. Crouch down and protect your head
Wait until the shaking stops before attempting to exit the building if necessary
Be on the lookout for fires
In high-rise building, the fire alarms and sprinklers may activate even if there is no fire; double check and extinguish small fires if trained to do so
If you must leave the building after the shaking stops, use the stairs not the elevator
Expect aftershocks, and plan where you will take cover when they occur
ResourcesUCLA Environment, Health & Safety
Injury & Illness Prevention Program
ehs.ucla.edu
UCLA Emergency Management
map.ais.ucla.edu/go/Emergency%20Management
County of Los Angeles
Emergency Preparedness and Response Program
www.labt.org
ResourcesCenters for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC)
emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/earthquakes
Questions?