How to boil water (when there is no gas service). Everyone should be prepared with a propane gas grill
equipped with a side burner, or a small portable camping stove. Don't forget to keep at least 1 back up
propane tank. Our grill was quite a luxury in the days just after the 1994, Northridge Earthquake.
-John B., Lake Balboa
equipped with a side burner, or a small portable camping stove. Don't forget to keep at least 1 back up
propane tank. Our grill was quite a luxury in the days just after the 1994, Northridge Earthquake.
-John B., Lake Balboa
Personal Protective Equipment
From respirators, helmets, eye-wear, to hearing
protection, when a hazard exists the right gear can
save a life. A work-place hazard assessment can be
performed in minutes. If the hazard can not be
eliminated then consider alternatives of how a task
will be completed. Your last resort for worker
protection should be PPE. There are many sources
for PPE online, but before you make a selection, shop
around, and be sure you purchase the right gear.
From respirators, helmets, eye-wear, to hearing
protection, when a hazard exists the right gear can
save a life. A work-place hazard assessment can be
performed in minutes. If the hazard can not be
eliminated then consider alternatives of how a task
will be completed. Your last resort for worker
protection should be PPE. There are many sources
for PPE online, but before you make a selection, shop
around, and be sure you purchase the right gear.
Motorists in LA County get Help!
(New)
If you use the freeways to commute throughout LA County you'll be pleased to know that you no longer have to
worry where the nearest Call Box is. That is, provided you have a cell phone, and you are not caught in a
'dead zone'.
The Call Box system is now at your finger tips. As always, to report an emergency you should dial 9-1-1 from
your cell phone to summons the California Highway Patrol. But if you need roadside assistance or would like
to report a hazardous condition on the freeway, you can now dial #-3-9-9. This would put you right through to a
Call Box dispatcher who is capable of dispatching a Metro Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) to your location. If
you are covered by AAA, the dispatcher could patch your call straight through to your service provider. No
worries about trying to remember that 800 number, which should be programmed into your phone by now
anyway.
Whether a flat tire, steam coming out of your engine area, or you simply ran out of gas, the FSP is free of
charge, sort of. Every vehicle registered in the state of California is assessed a $1 dollar tax to pay for this
service. Although you should keep in mind that those FSP vehicles that you see out on the road during rush
hour are only on duty during the morning and afternoon rush hours (Monday through Friday 6 a.m. - 10 a.m.
and 3 p.m. - 7 p.m). They make sure that vehicles keep moving and do not hinder traffic. So if your out on the
road and you need help, and it's late evening or the weekend, you can still call #399 from your cell phone, but
unless your covered, stranded motorist will have to pay for the services they need.
Remember #-3-9-9, pass it along. You never know.
(New)
If you use the freeways to commute throughout LA County you'll be pleased to know that you no longer have to
worry where the nearest Call Box is. That is, provided you have a cell phone, and you are not caught in a
'dead zone'.
The Call Box system is now at your finger tips. As always, to report an emergency you should dial 9-1-1 from
your cell phone to summons the California Highway Patrol. But if you need roadside assistance or would like
to report a hazardous condition on the freeway, you can now dial #-3-9-9. This would put you right through to a
Call Box dispatcher who is capable of dispatching a Metro Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) to your location. If
you are covered by AAA, the dispatcher could patch your call straight through to your service provider. No
worries about trying to remember that 800 number, which should be programmed into your phone by now
anyway.
Whether a flat tire, steam coming out of your engine area, or you simply ran out of gas, the FSP is free of
charge, sort of. Every vehicle registered in the state of California is assessed a $1 dollar tax to pay for this
service. Although you should keep in mind that those FSP vehicles that you see out on the road during rush
hour are only on duty during the morning and afternoon rush hours (Monday through Friday 6 a.m. - 10 a.m.
and 3 p.m. - 7 p.m). They make sure that vehicles keep moving and do not hinder traffic. So if your out on the
road and you need help, and it's late evening or the weekend, you can still call #399 from your cell phone, but
unless your covered, stranded motorist will have to pay for the services they need.
Remember #-3-9-9, pass it along. You never know.
Earthquake 101
Shaped by the movement of tectonic plates, the world we live in is ever changing. The slightest movement
releases pressure in some areas while building up pressure in others.
Affected by the economy, we migrate across the country, sometimes to more populated areas, such as Los
Angeles. Our environment is dense and surrounded by structures of various shapes, sizes, and strengths.
Geologists agree that the Southern California region is long overdue for a release of tension along the
famed San Andreas Fault, and those faults affected by it's movement. An earthquake can strike suddenly
and without warning.
Take action to prepare now.
Learn what to do when disaster strikes.
Gather your supplies.
Choose to survive.
Safety 101 offers a dynamic presentation:
Earthquakes in Southern California
This 1-hour presentation includes a 27 minute video
which depicts how the Greater Southern California area
was formed and how experts believe we will be affected
in the next tremblor.
Frank Estrada leads a discussion on what you need to
do to get prepared. What should you put into your
personal evacuation kit? What kind of supplies should
you have in the workplace? Car? What about training?
What makes sense?
Inquire now to book your Seminar-it could save your life.
releases pressure in some areas while building up pressure in others.
Affected by the economy, we migrate across the country, sometimes to more populated areas, such as Los
Angeles. Our environment is dense and surrounded by structures of various shapes, sizes, and strengths.
Geologists agree that the Southern California region is long overdue for a release of tension along the
famed San Andreas Fault, and those faults affected by it's movement. An earthquake can strike suddenly
and without warning.
Take action to prepare now.
Learn what to do when disaster strikes.
Gather your supplies.
Choose to survive.
Safety 101 offers a dynamic presentation:
Earthquakes in Southern California
This 1-hour presentation includes a 27 minute video
which depicts how the Greater Southern California area
was formed and how experts believe we will be affected
in the next tremblor.
Frank Estrada leads a discussion on what you need to
do to get prepared. What should you put into your
personal evacuation kit? What kind of supplies should
you have in the workplace? Car? What about training?
What makes sense?
Inquire now to book your Seminar-it could save your life.
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NEW! Preparedness Tips !
GOAL! Watching a recent soccer game on cable the other night I heard the announcer yell GOAL! I thought to
myself Go Out And Look. I had attended one of Frank's presentations on Earthquake Preparedness where he
used this as a reminder to Go Out And Look around your house for hazards. Not only that, but I was reminded
to Go Out And Look at my gas meter. I didn't know how to turn this thing off if I had to. Since then I have
purchased an inexpensive wrench, adjusted it to size, and hung it with a piece of a coat hanger so that it is
there when I need it. Everyone should do the minimum, Go Out And Look!
-Chris M., Lake Balboa
myself Go Out And Look. I had attended one of Frank's presentations on Earthquake Preparedness where he
used this as a reminder to Go Out And Look around your house for hazards. Not only that, but I was reminded
to Go Out And Look at my gas meter. I didn't know how to turn this thing off if I had to. Since then I have
purchased an inexpensive wrench, adjusted it to size, and hung it with a piece of a coat hanger so that it is
there when I need it. Everyone should do the minimum, Go Out And Look!
-Chris M., Lake Balboa
It just doesn't look right
In the workplace, Go Out And Look. If it doesn't look right it's probably not
safe. Say something. Everyone has a responsibility for safety. Your
chances of going home safely at the end of the day are better if you take
your time. Plan your work, then work your plan.
Before beginning your work day, talk about what safety measures will be
implemented, and what resources are needed. All accidents can be
prevented. No one should be 'required' to work in unsafe conditions.
Shortcuts usually lead to disaster. Consider what hazards can be
eliminated, then consider what Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), is
necessary to further protect your employees.
In the workplace, Go Out And Look. If it doesn't look right it's probably not
safe. Say something. Everyone has a responsibility for safety. Your
chances of going home safely at the end of the day are better if you take
your time. Plan your work, then work your plan.
Before beginning your work day, talk about what safety measures will be
implemented, and what resources are needed. All accidents can be
prevented. No one should be 'required' to work in unsafe conditions.
Shortcuts usually lead to disaster. Consider what hazards can be
eliminated, then consider what Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), is
necessary to further protect your employees.
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