OUR LATEST BLOG: 5 Large Scale Facility Evacuation Lessons
In a world where we deal with natural disasters, industrial accidents, and other emergencies, having a well-thought-out evacuation action plan (EAP) is critical. In today’s uncertain world, where natural disasters, industrial accidents, and other emergencies can strike at any moment, having a well-thought-out evacuation action plan (EAP) is critical. An effective building evacuation plan not only ensures the safety of employees and visitors, but also minimizes panic and confusion. No evacuation story is more compelling than that of Rick Rescorla, a British-American security expert known for his heroic actions during the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center (WTC). On that fateful morning, Rescorla, the head of security for Morgan Stanley, heard the explosion and saw the North Tower burning from his office on the 44th floor of the South Tower. Despite initial instructions from building managers for everyone to stay in their offices, he led the swift evacuation of nearly 2,700 Morgan Stanley employees. His plan, prior preparation, and decisive leadership saved their lives. We will explore five elements to consider when constructing evacuation plans for large facilities, drawing inspiration from Rescorla’s work. Element #1: Build on Internal Experience for your Facility EAP Rescorla understood the importance of preparation and planning. After the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center’s underground parking garage, he was convinced terrorists would return and used his imagination to think of scenarios – including flying an aircraft into the building. CLICK HERE to read the entire blog.
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