Knowing what to do in an emergency can save your life, as well as those you care for. Whether you’re a victim of crime, fire, or an accident of sorts, know what emergency reaction staff need from you to speed up the saving process.
Step 1: Stay calm. Assess the situation and know which emergency number to phone.
Step 2: Once you have phoned, state the emergency clearly to the operator.
Step 3: Give your name, address and contact details accurately.
Step 4: Relay to the operator exactly what happened.
Step 5: Note landmarks and points of interest close by so that emergency reaction vehicles can find their way to you more swiftly.
Step 5: Remain on the line to the operator for as long as possible in order to answer questions.
Herewith a list of important emergency numbers to keep on hand:
Ambulance and fires: 011 375 5911
Netcare: 011 301 0000
ER24: 084 124
Police Emergency Services: 011 986 9000
Randburg Police Station: 011 449 9000
Honeydew Police Station: 011 801 8613/4/5
Linden Police Station: 011 888 9211/2/3/99
Parkview Police Station: 011 486 5000
Brixton Police Station: 011 248 5500
Fairland Police Station: 011 478 9413/4/5
Flora Clinic: 011 470 7777
Milpark Hospital: 011 480 5600
Helen Joseph Hospital: 011 489 1011
Olivedale Hospital: 011 777 2000
Wilgeheuwel Hospital: 011 796 6500
Joburg Water: 011 688 1400
Gas leaks and faults: 011 726 3138
Disaster management: 011 928 6454
Aviation Rescue Services: 011 375 5911
