Individualized Workplace Emergency Response Plan
Employees are responsible to identify accommodations needed in the event of an emergency related to a disability that may not be apparent, such as mental health or chronic condition. However, employees do not need to disclose the particulars of their disability or condition.
The university's Health and Disability Management Specialist works with employees who have disabilities and their managers to identify any individualized needs in relation to emergency procedures. Discussion is also required if the employee’s work location or job changes, or if the employee experiences any temporary or permanent changes to their accommodation needs.
An Individualized Workplace Emergency Plan is a written document that details all assistance a worker needs during a workplace emergency. A worker might need assistance with various tasks involved in responding to an emergency, including:
- Activating an alarm, or finding out that an alarm is sounding or flashing.
- Locating or following paths to building exits.
- Communicating with emergency responders.
- Moving through crowds in stressful situations.
- Travelling through and out of buildings without using elevators.
- Finding and using designated waiting areas.
Resources:
- AODA Individualized Workplace Emergency Response Plan.
- Individual Workplace Emergency Response Plan.
- Participants' Guide to Implementing an Individualized Workplace Emergency Response Plan.
Questions?
Contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist: Julie.day@ontariotechu.ca or 905.721.8668 ext. 3649.
