Morrison Hershfield developed separate model plans, based on the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, for work sites with greater than 50 employees and for work sites with 50 employees or less. We prepared plans that addressed various types of conditions and emergencies including fire, hazardous substance spills, bomb threats, crime and assaults, and described procedures to be carried out by employees, management and officials appointed under the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations. Warning procedures were developed for those with special needs.
As well, Morrison Hershfield:
- Outlined instructions for the completion of the plans and their adaptation to site specific conditions
- Developed a booklet identifying general hazards and actions for employees to take in emergency situations
- Produced a checklist to assist in determining if plans met regulatory and code requirements
- Prepared model building site and floor plans
- Translated all documents
Procedures in dealing with a variety of emergencies were standardized, and roles and responsibilities for management and employees were made consistent. In conjunction with Canada Post’s employee training program based on the model plans and procedures, safety awareness was improved at work sites. End users were able to efficiently and easily produce site-specific plans for their buildings and appointed officials such as emergency wardens and responders, floor monitors and first-aid attendants, were made aware of their responsibilities in dealing with emergencies.