ACPL Safety TrainingWinter Weather Emergencies

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training session, you will be able to:• Explain how severe storm warnings are first received at ACPL.• Tell how much snow must be on the ground before library lots

are plowed.• Explain the difference between a Winter Weather Advisory,

Watch, and Warning.• Tell who is responsible for deciding to close the library in the

event of a winter weather emergency.• Explain how you will know if the library will be closing due to a

winter weather emergency.• Explain your responsibilities in the event of a variety of winter

weather scenarios.

Emergency Action Plan

Click on the screen to download and print a copy of this sheet.

Snow is predicted

Advisory

Click on the screen to download and print a copy of this sheet.

Winter Weather Travel Advisories

Advisory Watch Warning

Advisory

Watch

Warning

Will the library close?

How will I know if the library is closed?

Director

Senior Manager

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Senior Manager

Senior Manager

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Senior Manager

How will I know if the library is closed?

What should I do to prepare?

Sidewalks and parking lots

QUESTIONS?Information for all safety training has been provided by John Hidy, Security Services Manager, Allen County Public Library.

For more information or if you have questions, contact John Hidy, x1281or e-mail jhidy@acpl.lib.in.us

To finish your safety training, please complete the quiz.