Emergencies can occur at any time of the day, often when we least expect them. We should be prepared for anything in our homes, our schools, our offices, and other places. Those in-charge should be proactive in ensuring that there are protocols in place to deal with these situations. The people affected should know exactly what to do through regular drills. For example, a school may hold earthquake drills and a factory may hold fire drills. Most importantly, the right systems should be installed to help everyone cope when the unthinkable happens. These must include evacuation sirens as they provide the following:
A Universal Signal that Prompts Evacuation Protocols
There is no telling what could happen in an emergency. It could be a major fire that spreads quickly or a strong quake that shakes an entire skyscraper. It could also be a manmade turbulence. There could be panic and mayhem that makes it difficult to send a message out to people. The PA system might be compromised or simply ineffective because of all the noise in the background. You need something that can be heard loud and clear to reach everyone in the vicinity. Sirens are loud with a high pitch and an unmistakable sound. Once people hear this, they will know that they have to follow the evacuation protocols.
Immediate Information Dissemination to Save Lives
Information can be disseminated quickly and swiftly across the entire premises. The siren can reach every corner in an instant such that everyone who hears will immediately spring into action. There is no need to go from room to room just to tell everyone what to do. This may not be practical given the swiftness of the problem at hand. It could also be dangerous for people to go around just to warn others. Evacuation sirens allow everyone to save themselves without delay.
Provide Emergency Responders with Freedom and Focus
Once everyone is out of harm’s way, the emergency responders will be able to do their jobs with more freedom and focus. They will be unhampered with the thought that many are still trapped in the buildings. For example, they will not have to rescue people trapped in a fire and can direct all of their manpower on fighting the flames. This can result in better crisis management and less property damage. There will, of course, be fewer injuries since everyone will be safe outside.
Make evacuation sirens part of your emergency alarm system.
