What should be included in an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?

• A. Roles and responsibilities, assembly points, communication, and procedures after evacuation.
• B. Personal schedules, company layoff plan, cafeteria menus, and parking rules.
• C. Only alarm sounds and escape routes.
• D. Maintenance logs and vendor contacts only.

Answer: (C)

An Emergency Action Plan should include who does what, where people meet, how information is shared, and what happens after people evacuate. These elements ensure a coordinated and safe response during emergencies. Assigning roles and responsibilities clarifies who leads, who assists, and who accounts for everyone. Assembly points provide a clear, safe gathering location so you can quickly determine if anyone is missing. A solid communication plan explains how warnings and updates are issued and who communicates with employees and responders. Procedures after evacuation outline steps for accounting, shutting down sensitive operations if needed, and how to reunite families or colleagues safely.

Options that focus only on alarm sounds and escape routes miss this broader coordination, while others include irrelevant items or omit essential action steps. The combination of roles, gathering points, communication, and post-evacuation procedures best supports a practical and effective response.