Emergency Procedures

• When possible, Run, Hide, Fight response
• If possible, exit the building to a safe area
• Dial 9-1-1 Call Public Safety give descriptive information

If you cannot exit the building:

• Go to the nearest room
• Close door, lock the door if possible
• Turn off lights
• Take cover, stay calm, quiet & out of sight
• Dial 9-1-1 / Put cell phone on vibrate
• Do not leave or unlock door until law enforcement assists you from the building
• Do not confront the shooter, except as a last resort

• When you hear a fire Alarm you must leave the building
• Take personal belongings with you
• Evacuate by nearest unobstructed exit
• Close doors behind you
• Do not use elevators
• Move to a safe area 300 feet away from building
• Do not re-enter building until authorized by emergency personnel

Persons with disabilities on upper floors:

• Move to stair tower. Call public safety or 9-1-1. Tell them your location and tell them you are a person with a disability needing assistance

• Activate the nearest Fire Pull Station – Know your location
• Dial 9-1-1 Call Public Safety
• Tell others as you leave by the nearest exit and assist the handicapped
• Follow building evacuation guidelines

• Do not touch or disturb the object or package
• Move to a safe distance, then call public safety
• If possible, keep others away from object
• Prepare to evacuate if necessary

• If you See Something, Say Something
• Call public safety or use any emergency phone
• Do not ignore the behavior or delay the call
• Be a good witness. Tell Call Taker everything you know about the situation and persons
• Do not hang up until told to by Call Taker
• Take only actions necessary for self defense
• If safe, stay where you are until help arrives

• If you See Something, Say Something
• Dial 9-1-1Call Public Safety
• Stay calm. Do not argue.
• Do not physically confront the person
• Do not block the person’s means of exit
• If there is immediate danger, leave the area

• If possible, move to lowest level hallways or take cover under desk
• If safe to do so, secure vital equipment & files
• Shut off electronic equipment
• Stay away from windows
• Call public safety to report injuries or damage
• Follow building evacuation guidelines – if necessary

• Dial 9-1-1Call Public Safety – Tell Call Taker as much as you know about the situation and conditions
• Render First Aid if you are trained
• Remain calm and assure the injured person help is on the way
• Do not attempt to move an injured person unless necessary to prevent further injury

• Dial 9-1-1 Call Public Safety
• Help keep person calm
• Do not put yourself in danger
• Do not block the person’s exit route (For non-emergencies call the dean of students or Public Safety for advice or direction)

• If you’ve been sexually assaulted or someone reports to you they were: Get to a safe place.
• All sexual assaults are crimes – you should call Public Safety or the police. Seek medical attention whether you make a report or not.
• Before the police arrive, do not shower, drink, eat, or change clothes. If you are there to help, provide reassurance but refrain from touching the victim before emergency personnel arrives.

• Dial 9-1-1 Call Public Safety
• Turn off computers and other equipment
• Move CAUTIOUSLY to a lighted area and follow exit signage

If people are trapped in an elevator:

• Call Public Safety / Stay Calm
• Do not attempt to exit the elevator through hatches without assistance from emergency services
• Follow building evacuation guidelines – if necessary

• Dial 9-1-1 Call Public Safety
• Do not pull the fire alarm
• Do not touch light switches or electrical equipment
• Limit inhalation of fumes if possible
• Do not touch the a spilled substance
• Move to a clear area (uphill/upwind)
• Keep others away Isolate contaminated persons

If you or someone else contacts a suspicious chemical/substance:

• Eye wash and Shower stations are located in the Bio/Chemistry Labs and other designated areas
• Immediately flush the affected area with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
• Wash with plenty of soap and water
• Remove contaminated clothing
• Seek medical attention immediately
• Follow building evacuation guidelines – if necessary