Dubai is in a Seismic zone of 1.3-3.1 on Richter scale. TECOM
buildings are constructed to withstand earthquakes up to 5.5 on the Richter
Scale. If a major earthquake were to occur and affect the buildings in the
Zone, everyone should be prepared with their own resources for an unlimited
period of time.
Inside
a Building (if you are inside a building during an earthquake)
- Stay
inside, do not run outdoors!
- Take
cover underneath a desk or table or against an inside wall, protecting
your head and neck.
- Stay
away from windows where glass can shatter and from objects that could fall
on you.
- Do
not use elevators. If you are in an elevator, stop at the nearest floor.
Take cover against the wall of the elevator.
Outdoors
(if you are outside a building during an earthquake)
- Stay
in an open area away from trees, buildings, walls, and power lines. Do not
enter building. At least 20 meters away from structures.
- Drop
to your knees and get into a fetal position, close your eyes and cross
your arms over the back of your neck for protection.
- Stay
in fetal position until the shaking stops.
- In
a moving vehicle, stop quickly and stay in the vehicle. Once the shaking
has stopped, proceed with caution. Avoid bridges or ramps that may have
been damaged by the quake.
After
Shaking Stops (if you are inside a building after the earthquake)
- Take
a deep breath. Stay calm - there may be aftershocks. Move to the centre
off the building.
- Do not evacuate until instructed - unless there is
immediate danger.
- For
most minor earthquakes, it is not necessary to evacuate a building,
especially if there are no immediate signs of damage.
- Be
prepared to evacuate if instructed to do so. Your
Emergency team shall advise on building evacuation.
- Do
not use regular or cellular phones except to report serious injuries.
- Assist
in the building evacuation of people with special needs.
- If
evacuation has been initiated move away from all buildings and follow
outdoor guidelines.
- Tune
portable radios to local FM station for updates, and follow instructions.
- Security
will provide instructions for immediate action by means of door-to-door
alert, police-vehicle loud speakers, fire alarms, and bull-horns.
- Do
not enter any building that is deemed to be or appears unsafe.
- Leave
the area if you smell gas or fumes from other chemicals.
- Be
prepared for aftershocks.
- Help
injured or trapped people. Give First Aid where appropriate.
- Do
not move the seriously injured unless they are in immediate danger of
further injury. Call for help.
Courtesy TECOM Investments
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