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.