EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN (EAP) TEMPLATE An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is a written document that clearly explains what actions must be taken during workplace emergencies to protect people, property, and the environment. It provides step-by-step guidance on how to respond to incidents such as fires, chemical spills, medical emergencies, explosions, natural disasters, or toxic releases. In many regions, EAPs are also a regulatory requirement under workplace safety laws, such as those enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. 01 EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN (EAP) TEMPLATE Key reasons organizations implement an EAP include: Protecting employees and visitors by reducing injuries and fatalities Minimising damage to facilities, equipment, and the environment Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations Improving preparedness through training and drills Supporting chemical safety by linking emergency response to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) Maintaining business continuity after incidents An Emergency Action Plan is designed for everyone in the workplace, but with different levels of responsibility: Employees – to understand alarms, evacuation routes, shelter-in-place actions, and safe behaviour during emergencies Supervisors and Managers – to lead evacuations, account for personnel, and coordinate response efforts Emergency Coordinators and EHS Teams – to manage incidents, communicate with authorities, and oversee response actions Contractors and Visitors – to follow site-specific emergency procedures while on the premises Organizations handling chemicals or hazardous materials – where quick access to SDS information and controlled response is essential Note: The templates/guides in our Content Library were created by the SDS Manager Team to help you manage site operations effectively. They are provided as reference tools and should be tailored to match your specific project needs, company policies, and industry standards. SDS Manager does not guarantee that these templates meet legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements. Users are responsible for reviewing and adapting each template to ensure compliance with their operational and legal obligations. Protect life and health Minimise the impact of emergencies Ensure rapid evacuation or shelter-in-place actions Define emergency roles and responsibilities Support effective communication and coordination ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT CHECKLIST 1. FACILITY & PLAN INFORMATION Company Name: Site / Facility Name: Facility Address: Nature of Operations: Date Prepared: Last Review Date: Next Review Due: 2. PURPOSE & OBJECTIVES 3. EMERGENCY SCENARIOS COVERED The purpose of this Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is to establish clear procedures for responding to emergency situations that may endanger employees, contractors, visitors, property, or the environment. This plan aims to: This plan applies to the following foreseeable emergencies: Fire or smoke Chemical spill, leak, or release Toxic gas exposure Explosion or process incident Medical emergency or injury Severe weather (storm, flood, earthquake, cyclone, etc.) Power outage or utility failure 02