Safety Manual for Mariner North Condominium
Purpose of Manual
The purpose of this Emergency Procedures Manual is to enhance the safety of residents and minimize damage to property in the event of fire, or other hazards, including hurricanes.
The effectiveness of this Manual lies in the interest, cooperation and voluntary efforts of all residents.
The Manual is further intended to create resident awareness of the importance of fire and hurricane safety and to provide procedures to be followed in case of an emergency.
Part I - Fire
Introduction:
This section of the manual explains the Fire/Warning Alarm System of Mariner North, the evacuation routes and duties of certain residents designated as "Fire Safety Wardens". An up to date master file of Wardens and Alternates is maintained in the Manager's office and posted on the marquee in the main lobby entrance.
Explanation and Limitations of Alarm System
Any person who recognizes a hazardous situation including fires, gas leaks, or any other situation which could jeopardize the safety of the occupants should pull the alarm. The door to the room or area where the fire or leak is located should be closed. The Warden needs to be advised of the emergency. (He will inform the President of the Board or designee).
A. The pull down switches are located on each floor near the elevators. When the alarm is pulled a constant blast will sound throughout the building.
B. When the alarm is sounded, all occupants are to proceed down the stairs to the ground floor and to the area South of the building. Wardens will assist occupants with the evacuation. Any residents requiring special assistance should notify their assigned Warden.
C. Our Alarm System is not equipped to notify the Tampa Fire Department. Upon any awareness of a FIRE, immediately telephone the Tampa Fire Department at 911, notify the Manager, the Warden, or any Board Member.
Fire Safety Warden:
The Fire Safety Warden is a resident selected to carry out the provisions of this manual as it applies to his/her area of assignment. It is a voluntary assignment, and those so designated assume the responsibility to make sure residents, under his/her control as Warden, understand what to do in case of a fire alert or evacuation procedure. The Board of Directors will appoint Wardens and provide for their training.
The number of Wardens assigned to a particular area will depend on the mobility of the resident population and proximity to the ground floor. Normally, there will be one Warden designated for each floor exit way, and two Wardens assigned each ground floor exit.
To provide coverage during the absence of a Warden, an Alternate will be designated for each Warden. The Alternate Warden will assume all responsibilities of the Warden during his/her absence and when both are present, will serve as an assistant in the event of a fire emergency. Depending on the mobility of the population, more than one Alternate Warden may be designated.
The primary and continuing responsibilities of the Wardens are as follows:
1. To familiarize themselves with the Fire/Alert Warning System and procedures for their area as directed in the manual.
2. Know the locations of all fire extinguishers and other fire control apparatus in their area of concern.
3. Understand the limitations of all fire extinguishers and equipment and how to operate them.
4. Make sure that all residents in the area are familiar with their assigned evacuation route to the outside of the building. Elevators will not be used for fire evacuation.
5. Supervise periodic Fire Drills, for which advanced notice will be given.
6. Direct occupants to congregate in the Koger parking area east of our front parking lot if an evacuation is ordered.
7. Take charge of any emergency evacuation procedure, maintaining a calm and orderly process and finally making sure all occupants are safely evacuated prior to leaving the area of responsibility.
8. Report to any member of the Board of Directors an existing or potential fire hazard or unsafe condition.
9. Notify the Manager of Mariner North of any conditions affecting the continuing service of a Warden.
An up-to-date Master File of Wardens and Alternates is maintained in the Manager's office and posted on the marquee in the main lobby entrance.
Evacuation Routes
The evacuation route for each floor is the stairs that exit from the building through the front doors of the main entrances to Mariner North. The exit stairs to the Pool Area would be used only in the event of a fire in the inside exit stairs.
Reporting Procedures
In the event of an actual fire, the person discovering the fire will:
1. Close the door to the room or area where the fire is located;
2. Activate the "Pull Alarm" (located near the elevator);
3. Notify the City Fire Department at 911, then any member of the Board of Directors
4. Shut your apartment; and
5. Walk to the closest fire exit and WALK DOWN ... DO NOT USE ELEVATORS.
All residents are requested to comply with the above and are urged to:
1. install smoke detectors.... more than one;
2. keep fire extinguishers handy... more than one;
3. refrain from storing paint, oil, mineral spirits, etc., in your apartment; and
4. Do not store anything in the exit stairwells. ( It is a violation of fire code)
Part II - Elevator Malfunction:
If you are ever stuck in the elevator... don't panic!!
1. Open the emergency intercom. Press the button. It automatically dials the elevator emergency system.
2. When someone responds -- Simply follow their directions.
3. The King's III service will contact board members and/or others who will assist you immediately.
4. Those individuals have access to keys and have been trained by the elevator company to free you.
Part III - Hurricane Preparedness
Introduction:
The hurricane season is once again upon us and once again we are told that Florida will get hit badly one day.
We do live in the main path of these deadly storms and our good luck will hold out only so long. Accordingly, if you have not done so, please
Make an itemized list of personal property, including furniture, clothing and valuables. Photos are the best way to remember what you owned in case of damage or help adjusters settle your claim. Know where your insurance policy is. Be sure of the name and location of your insurance company.
For your safety the following is intended to create resident awareness and knowledge, in the event a hurricane is reported to be headed in our direction.
I. BEFORE THE STORM
A. Check your supplies. Make sure you have boards or tape to cover windows and sliding glass doors. Make sure your battery-operated radios, flashlights, etc., are in good shape -- and have extra batteries on hand. Have plenty of canned heat, candles, matches, jugs for storing fresh water,and non-perishable foods on hand. If anyone in your family has special food or medical needs, make sure you've included them in your plans. If you have a recurring illness or nervous condition that could flare up during this time, it would be a good idea to consult your doctor for medicine to keep with you during an emergency.
B. Fill up your car's gasoline tank. Service station pumps don't work when the electric power is off.
C. Make sure you have adequate food supply which doesn't need electricity or gas to prepare by stocking enough packaged foods, canned goods, candles, canned heat for warming.
D. Have a sufficient supply of fresh water by filling sterilized containers for drinking water and cooking, as water shortage is a possibility following a hurricane. Fill your bathtub with water for washing needs. If electric power is off, do not flush toilets as sewer line pumps will not be working and sewage could back up to lower floors.
E. Have on hand a covered receptacle for emergency toilet needs - - a Port-O-John, as used on boats, is a practical answer.
F. Either make arrangements to move your boat to a safe area in the event of a hurricane or assure that you can moor it securely. If your boat is on davits, raise it to maximum height at bow with stern down somewhat and drain plug out. Do not plan on checking on it until the storm has passed.
G. Have a well - stocked first aid kit.
II. WHEN A WARNING IS ISSUED (hurricane is expected in 24 hours):
A. Keep an ear open to the radio or TV.
B. Bring inside all articles from the balcony and elevator lobby including screen doors, plants and furniture.
C. Tape over all windows and sliding glass doors unless they are already protected. Draw the drapes across windows and sliding glass doors to protect against flying glass.
D. To avoid water intrusion damage, check personal storage locker on ground floor for items to be moved to your residence.
E. While the electric power is still on, use your disposal for appropriate garbage and pack other items of refuse in airtight plastic packages. Keep these bundles until garbage pickups resume.
F. If the storm is imminent, set your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting. In the event of power failure, open door only when necessary, so that the refrigerator and freezer will remain as cold as possible for as long as possible.
G. If power is lost, turn off electric water heater, air conditioner, refrigerator, etc. This will avoid damage when power is restored - - perhaps at low voltage.
H. Determine what you'll need to bring if you evacuate; then assemble it in a specific area for easy access. Make sure everyone in the family understands the evacuation route you'll follow - - and again, make sure you've made provisions for special food or medicine needs.
I. If possible, move cars to higher areas.
III. DUTIES OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND MANAGER
A. OFFICE (MANAGER -MAINTENANCE MAN)
1. Put office records in plastic bags.
2. Disconnect telephone.
3. Move office records, equipment, telephone to an unoccupied apartment.
4. Tape glass on door.
5. Disconnect air conditioner.
B. COMMON ROOM (MANAGER AND BOARD)
1. Move carpets, lamps, knickknacks, and fabric covered furniture from first floor to an unoccupied apartment, if practical.
2. Tape all windows, glass partitions, and sliding glass doors.
3. Turn off all lights and shut off all power.
4. Disconnect saunas.
5. Do not leave stairwell doors open or move common area items during the storm.
C. STORE ROOM
1. Items subject to water damage should be placed on shelves if practical.
2. Put lawn mower in large plastic bag and relocate to upper floor.
D. COMMON ELEMENTS
1. Move outdoor furniture to common area.
2. Park elevator above ground floor.
3. Shut off power to boat dock, pool equipment, carport lighting, elevators, domestic water pumps, air conditioning units, etc.
4. Secure garbage room doors with rope.
E. ACTION TO BE TAKEN BY MANAGER PRIOR TO HURRICANE SEASON
1. Have available plastic bags for office records and equipment, sufficient tape for windows, and blocking materials for doors.
IV. DURING THE STORM
A. If evacuation is not called for, stay indoors. Don't be fooled by the tranquility of the storm's eye passing over our area. As the eye passes, winds can increase to 75 mph or more in just seconds and come from the opposite direction.
B. Stay away from windows and sliding glass doors. Move your furniture away from exposed doors or windows.
C. Stay in the downwind side of the apartment or an inside room.
D. Listen to the radio or television to keep track of the storm's position and of emergency instructions which may be issued. Take any warnings issued seriously... it could save your life.
E. Keep windows and sliding glass doors on the side of the building away from the storm winds partly open. Watch for wind changes, and be ready to shut windows on one side and open them on the other when the occur. This will help balance inside and outside pressures and keep windows and sliding glass doors from breaking.
F. When the hurricane's eye passes over, stay inside unless emergency repairs are absolutely necessary. Keep in mind that once the eye passes, winds can very rapidly rise to hurricane force - - and they will come from the direction opposite the original.
V. IF YOU EVACUATE
A. Travel in daylight if at all possible. (High wind and tides may occur hours before the hurricane arrive.)
B. Don't travel farther than necessary - - don't clog the roads.
C. Take your survival supplies with you - - food, water, first aid kit and warm clothing.
D. Take your important papers and documents with you.
E. Take blankets, pillows, and special diets/medications.
F. Turn apartment circuit breakers off to reduce chance of fire.
G. Know your evacuation route and official shelter. (Note: pets are usually not allowed.) For Mariner North the suggested evacuation route and shelter is:
North on Dale Mabry Hwy. or Himes Ave. to M. L.. King Ave.
Then East to intersection of M. L. King Ave., Armenia Ave. and Wishart Blvd. to Mendenhall School - - or Armenia Ave.
ravel North to Oak Grove Jr. High School, located in the 6300 block of Armenia Avenue.
VI. AFTER THE STORM
A. Stay tuned to your radio or TV for specific warnings, instructions and information about your area.
B. Avoid loose or dangling wires and weakened tree limbs. Report broken sewer or water lines to the water department, fallen electric wires to the police or utility company.
C. Assure that your drinking water is not contaminated. If the power has been turned off, check refrigerated or frozen food for spoilage.
D. If you must drive, do so carefully. Not only, is storm debris a hazard, roads may be undermined and could collapse under the weight of a vehicle. Erosion may also create or add to roadway damages.
PART IV - Reference Information
RESIDENT ROSTER AND TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
201 Bass, Harry & Sheila
20 Lenk, Luise
203 Pyonin, Jack & Anita
204 Toscano, Ramon
205 Brady, Pat
206 Jimenez, Frank & Nieves, Orlando
301 Morris, Syd & Faith
302 Ishak, Sal
303 Martin, Lawrence & Jean
304 Clark, Dolores
305 Gable, Maralyn
306 Cross, Tim & Barbara
401 Chimera, Tom
402 Hudacek, Kristin
403 Graham, Mark & Midge
404 Golan, John
405 Noori, Roaya
406 Orbaugh, John
501 Johns, Howard
502 Alling, Barbara
503A Lemley, Howard
503B Fortner, Steve & Rosemary
504A Granado, Lila
504B Lemley, Paula
505 Foust, Kim
506 Otte, Marsha
601 Dellinger, Bob & Susan
602 Tellis, Larry & Marcella
603 Taylor, Katharine
604 Robbins, Antionette & Abbott, Norman
605 Escher, Barbara
606 Gregory, Norman
701 Gariglio, Bonnie
702 Benford, Jane
703 Shoemaker, Iva
704 Corgiat, Mona
705 Rodriguez, Carmen
706 Mast. Judy
801 Silverman, Stan & Wendy
802 Haedike, Art
803 Elozory, Link & Anne
804 Carreno, Lillian
805 Hobgood, Ron & Jayne
806 Scott, "Scotty" & Christa
Office - Manager 286-7787
FIRE SAFETY WARDENS TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
2nd Floor West
Warden - Pyonin, Jack, 203
Alternate - Bass, Harry , 201
2nd Floor East
Warden - Brady, Pat 205
Alternate - Nieves, Orlando 205
3rd Floor West
Warden - Martin, Lawrence, 303
Alternate - Morris, Syd 301
3rd Floor East
Warden - Clark, Delores, 304
Alternate - Cross, Tim, 306
4th Floor West
Warden -Chimera, Tom 401
Alternate - Hudacek, Kristin 402
4th Floor East
Warden - Orbaugh, John 406
Alternate - Noori, Roaya 405
5th Floor West
Warden - Johns, Howard, 501
Alternate - Alling, Barbara 502
5th Floor East
Warden - Granado, Lila, 504A
Alternate - Foust, Kim 505
6th Floor West
Warden - Dellinger, Susan, 601
Alternate - Dellinger, Bob 601
6th Floor East
Warden - Crow, Carol, 605
Alternate - Gregory, Norman 606
7th Floor West
Warden - Benford, Jane, 702
Alternate - Gariglio, Bonnie, 701
7th Floor East
Warden - Corgiat, Mona, 704
Alternate - Rodriguez, Carmen, 705
8th Floor West
Warden - Haedike, Art, 802
Alternate - Elozory, Anne 803
8th Floor East
Warden - Scott, Christa, 806
Alternate - Hobgood, Ron, 805
Ground Floor
Dellinger, Bob 601
Lenk, Luise 202
Scott, Scotty, 806
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS CHECK LIST
BEFORE THE STORM
Do You Have?
1) Sufficient supplies on hand including a battery operated radio
2) Sufficient medication for the entire family
3) A full tank of gas
4) An adequate food supply, canned heat and candles
5) Sufficient fresh water
6) An emergency toilet receptacle
7) Suitable mooring for your boat
8) Sufficient first aid supplies
WHEN A WARNING IS ISSUED:
Have You?
9) Removed all articles from the balconies, elevator lobbies and your ground floor storage
10) Protected your windows and sliding glass doors and closed the drapes
11) Turned off all appliances if power is lost and packed garbage in airtight plastic bags
12) Assembled all survival supplies in a specific area: a) food, b) water, c) first aid kit, d) warm clothing, e) important documents, f) blankets, g) pillows, h) special diets, i) medications, and j) the location of your evacuation center.
13) Moved your cars to higher areas
DURING THE STORM
14) Stay inside - away from windows and sliding glass doors - in the down wind side of your residence, or an inside room.
15) Listen to the radio (or television) and take all warnings seriously.
16) Watch for wind changes and open and shut windows and sliding glass doors as appropriate.
17) Stay inside until an all clear is announced.
IF YOU EVACUATE
18) Travel in daylight, no farther than necessary.
19) Get your "Survival Supplies", turn off your circuit breakers.
20) Proceed to your official shelter or shelter of your choice.