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Emergency Procedures & Preparation

Scenarios

Assume a sudden unplanned power outage has occurred in  your building

Scenario #1
There is evidence of danger (fire alarm, smoke, sound of explosion)

Action:
Pull fire alarm (if not already activated.) Evacuate building immediately.

Scenario #2
There is no evidence of danger and you do not feel you or others are in danger.

Action:
If it is dark outside, evacuate the building. If there is no external lighting, leave the campus.

If there is sufficient daylight to continue operations/teaching safely, use your best judgment and wait for further instructions.

If instructed to evacuate building: Use a flashlight, cell phone and any natural light available and leave work space/classroom in an orderly fashion. Help others as needed.

Scenario #3
Power is fully restored

Action:
Make an assessment of your area to ensure that all is safe. 

If there is perceived danger, evacuate the building immediately and notify campus police.