Pod81 Lockdown Quiz

What is the purpose of a Pod81 Lockdown?

• To allow free movement within Pod81 during an emergency

• To enable Pod81 to close down and protect itself from urgent risks

• To evacuate the building immediately

• To conduct a routine fire drill

Which of the following is NOT listed as a typical cause for a Pod81 Lockdown?

• A local incident, such as a civil disturbance

• A scheduled maintenance check

• An intruder on Pod81's site or nearby

• A dangerous dog or another animal which is nearby

Who is responsible for managing the lockdown at Pod81?

• The most junior staff member

• The Centre Manager

• A designated police officer

• The first person to notice the threat

What should staff and students do during a lockdown if they are not in a classroom?

• Leave the building immediately

• Proceed to the nearest classroom and stay there

• Call the police

• Continue with their activities until further notice

What should staff do if a lockdown occurs during lunchtime or break time?

• Continue with the break as usual

• Go to the nearest classroom and usher students into that classroom

• Leave the school premises immediately

• Lock the doors of the room they are currently in

During a lockdown, what should be done with the doors and windows?

• Doors should be left open for quick evacuation

• Windows should be opened for ventilation

• Doors and windows must be locked and window coverings closed

• Doors should be barricaded but windows left uncovered

What should staff do with their mobile phones during a lockdown?

• Turn them off completely

• Keep them free to receive any communication

• Use them to call external authorities

• Leave them at their desks

Who decides when it is safe for the lockdown to be over?

• Any staff member

• The local police department

• The Centre Manager or designate

• The students

What should staff do if the fire alarm sounds during a lockdown?

• Evacuate immediately

• Ignore it unless informed otherwise via mobile or a member of staff

• Call the fire department

• Check for signs of fire before taking action

How is the end of the lockdown confirmed?

• When the fire alarm stops sounding

• After a set amount of time has passed

• When TWO members of senior staff inform all staff

• When the Centre Manager makes an announcement