Emergency Management

For BHI facilities, determine in advance your nearest exit and the designated emergency evacuation route. Always identify an alternative exit in case the primary route is blocked or unsafe.

What to Do: In the event of an emergency at BHI, assess whether evacuation is necessary or if sheltering in place is safer. If the hazard is outside, staying indoors or moving to another part of the building might be the best option. However, in case of a fire, evacuate immediately. If emergency response personnel provide guidance, follow their instructions. Otherwise, use your best judgment to decide whether to evacuate or shelter in place.

When evacuating:

• Walk calmly to the nearest exit; do not run, push, or crowd.

• Use stairs instead of elevators.

• Proceed to the designated Emergency Assembly Point (EAP) outside the building unless instructed otherwise.

• If safe and time permits, secure your workspace and take essential personal items like keys, medication, or glasses.

• Follow all instructions from emergency personnel.

• Before opening doors, check for heat; if the door is hot, do not open it.

• Minimize noise to listen for emergency instructions.

• Use handrails in stairwells and stay to the right.

• Assist any coworkers with disabilities.

• Move quickly and safely away from the building.

• Keep roadways and walkways clear for emergency vehicles.

• Be alert for falling debris, such as glass.

• Do not re-enter the building until emergency personnel confirm it is safe to do so.

For BHI facilities, the "Stay Put" procedure is used to restrict movement during a short-term emergency where keeping an area clear is essential. This may involve a medical emergency, security issue, police investigation, or other situations where you are safe but must remain in your current location.

What to Do:

• Stay in your current area and continue working as usual, unless otherwise directed.

• Close all doors and windows.

• Wait for further instructions from emergency personnel or BHI management.

• Remain in your designated area until an "all clear" is given.

• Be patient and trust that the situation will be resolved shortly.

For BHI facilities, in the event of weather emergencies or external contaminants, it may be temporarily unsafe to be outside. When instructed to seek shelter, move indoors to a location that shields you from the hazard. Do not lock doors, as others may also need to seek shelter.

What to Do:

• Stay calm and seek shelter immediately inside the nearest building.

• Don’t wait for visible danger before taking action.

• Move to interior rooms or corridors, away from windows and exterior doors.

• Close windows and exterior doors, but do not lock them.

• Avoid windows, glass, and any unsecured objects that could fall.

• Refrain from using elevators.

• Stay clear of large, free-standing areas such as auditoriums or gymnasiums.

• Do not attempt to check the weather conditions yourself.

• Await further instructions from emergency personnel or through internal BHI notifications.

• Remain sheltered until an "all clear" is issued.

Active shooter incidents can happen unexpectedly. Preparing in advance can help you react quickly when every second matters. We recommend the following steps:

• Familiarize yourself with the location and use of Bleeding Control Kits in the workplace and review first aid strategies.

• Learn to recognize signs of potentially violent behavior, such as unprovoked anger, hate speech, or dramatic mood swings.

• Identify at least two exits whenever you enter a building, and make this a habit.

• Plan out potential hiding places, such as rooms without windows, behind solid doors with locks, under desks, or behind heavy furniture like large filing cabinets.

• Report any suspicious activity immediately to local authorities.

In an emergency, call 911

When exiting the building during or after an active shooter incident, keep your hands visible and empty. Follow the instructions of law enforcement and evacuate in the direction they indicate.

Be aware that law enforcement's first priority is to stop the shooter, and they may pass injured individuals initially, but help will arrive shortly after.

Once the incident is over, text or call your family and friends to let them know you are safe. Consider seeking professional support to manage any long-term effects of trauma.