What do first responders respond to?

First responders are normally police officers, EMTs and firefighters. Police officers’ job duties include responding to emergency calls while out on patrol, at which point they might be required to perform CPR or first aid, secure a crime scene or detain suspects.

What are the two top priorities for all first responders?

When an emergency occurs, the first priority is always life safety. The second priority is the stabilization of the incident. There are many actions that can be taken to stabilize an incident and minimize potential damage. First aid and CPR by trained employees can save lives.

Are federal law enforcement officers considered first responders?

You are eligible to verify as a First Responder if you are a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) of one of the following entities: Amtrak Police Department. Customs & Border Patrol (CBP) All Federal Bureau of Prisons Employees (BOP)

What steps should responders take during and after an event?

There are important steps responders should take before, during, and after an event. To take care of others, responders must be feeling well and thinking clearly. People with preexisting mental health conditions should continue with their treatment plans during an emergency and monitor for any new symptoms.

What happens when a food service facility is full of people?

There are many things that can go awry when a food service establishment is full of people — from a fire or other emergency situation to a food poisoning outbreak. In the case of a fire or emergency situation that requires evacuation of the building, the event will be immediately evident.

How do you work well with other first responders?

In a buddy system, two responders partner together to support each other, and monitor each other’s stress, workload, and safety. Get to know each other. Talk about background, interests, hobbies, and family. Identify each other’s strengths and weaknesses. Keep an eye on each other. Try to work in the same location if you can.

Does your restaurant have a food poisoning contingency plan?

While it is impossible to know exactly how food poisoning might manifest itself at your restaurant, it is important to have a “Food Poisoning Contingency Plan” in place and to make sure all employees are appropriately involved, from managers, to servers, to the back of the house.