Emergency
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Emergency Procedures

In an emergency, first dial 72000 to report the event to Campus Safety.

Bomb Threats

  1. Ask the caller questions: Where? When? What does it look like?
  2. Take notes on everything said and listen for background noise, voice characteristics, etc.
  3. Report the threat immediately to Campus Security at 72000.
  4. Evacuate 100 yards from the area threatened.

Earthquake

  1. Take cover under a desk or table, protecting as much of your body as possible, especially your head and neck, during tremors.
  2. Stay away from windows and objects that may fall.
  3. Do not run outside.
  4. If outdoors stay in an open area.
  5. After shaking stops, evacuate to your designated evacuation area and report to the building coordinator.

Evacuation

  1. Calmly and quietly walk to the nearest exit.
  2. Do not use elevators.
  3. Follow the instructions of building coordinators or RAs or other emergency personnel.

Fire

  1. Activate the closest fire alarm.
  2. Evacuate to the designated evacuation area and report to the building coordinator or RA. Do not use elevators.
  3. Call Campus Safety at 72000 and report the location and nature of the fire.

Lockdown

  1. Immediately go to the closest safe room (identified by the logo above) or other lockable location.
  2. Conceal - Stay low to the ground and away from windows and doors. Turn off lights and close blinds.
  3. Remain in safe room until contacted by Safety or College officials.

Medical

  1. Dial 72000 and report the nature of the illness or injury and the location.
  2. Notify your supervisor or RA.

After a Major Emergency

Staff of the Office of Facilities and Campus Services will assess buildings for reentry. Buildings must not be reentered until permission is given. Campus Safety or maintenance personnel will be dispatched to assist in evaluating damaged buildings, and to check and/or turn off water, gas and electrical mains.