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Emergency Evacuation

Everyone should be familiar with the building alarm system and procedures for evacuating each campus they may be required to attend. Students with special needs require particular attention since evacuation efforts may be hindered by their individual circumstances (please see the “Persons with Disabilities” section).  For your own well-being, acquaint yourself with the following information:

If You Hear The Alarm

• Go immediately to the nearest exit.
• Leave the building by the most direct route.
• Follow instructions by Security, staff and/or Fire Wardens.
• Take up a position away from the building so as not to interfere with emergency personnel.
• Ensure that any person with special needs is assisted.

If You Discover A Fire

• Evacuate persons in immediate danger and close the door, if possible.
• Go immediately to the nearest fire alarm station and sound the fire alarm.
• Try to extinguish the fire only if you feel competent to do so and are not endangered. If the fire is beyond your control, go to the nearest exit, and leave the building.

Important Notes:

1. Do not use elevators as you could be trapped if the power fails or is switched off.
2. Fire extinguishers are located throughout the buildings. These are portable extinguishers designed for small confined fires and should only be used by trained persons.
3. You will be directed to a sheltered location by Security, staff and/or Fire Wardens in the event of an extended evacuation.  If instructed, please move quickly and calmly to the designated assembly area.
4. Remain outside or in the sheltered area until an “All Clear” has been given by emergency officials, Security, designated staff and/or Fire Wardens.
5. All students, faculty and staff should familiarize themselves with the locations of the fire alarm stations, fire extinguishers and building exits in order to avoid confusion in the event of an emergency.
6. Advise the emergency responders, Security, staff and/or Fire Wardens of any trapped or endangered occupants still within the building.
7. Never put yourself in danger!

Extended Evacuations
In the event of an extended evacuation you will be directed by Security, staff and/or Fire Wardens to a sheltered location. If instructed, please move quickly and calmly to the designated assembly point.

Returning To Facilities
Remain outside or in the sheltered area until an All Clear has been given by emergency officials, Security, designated staff and/or Fire Wardens.

Safety-Security Checklist for Faculty