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List any three general procedures that have to be followed by personnel with disabilities in the event of a fire.
The answer for the above question is
The disabilities of the person will include Mobility, Hearing and Visual impairments
The procedures and guideline should be followed during assisting the disabilities in the event of fire is
Mobility Impairment
The disabled person should be moved to the safer area where is a good distance from the fire or hazard. This can be achieved by using the wheel chair or other movable devices available nearby the event. It is important to clear the exit ways hence the disabilities will move out safely. Immediate information should be transferred to the emergency team or fire team
Hearing Impairment
The hearing impairment disabled persons should be alerted by the touch contact and after responding use the eye contact for further communication. Visual instructions can be given to ensure the safest route of evacuation or exit.
Visual impairments
The personnel involved in rescuing the visual impairment disabled person should mainly communicate through the verbal communication. They should ensure the disabled to reach the exit by clearing the obstructions present in their way.