Emergency Procedures

Utility Failure: Flooding, Gas Leak or Persons Stranded in Elevator

Notify University Police at 942-2071. Telephones are answered 24 hours a day.
If evacuation of the building is required, exit using the stairways. DO NOT USE ELEVATORS. Seek out persons who need assistance in the evacuation.
When mechanical ventilation is interrupted, vapors of chemicals may reach hazardous concentration levels. Laboratory personnel should secure experiments or activities that may present a danger with the electrical power off or when it is restored unexpectedly. Close sashes on fume hoods and clean up or put away chemicals. Notify the lab supervisor immediately. Do not perform procedures using hazardous materials until power is restored. For specific emergencies after hours, contact University Police 942-2071.

If flooding occurs because of a plumbing failure or other problem, stop using all electrical devices.
Notify University Police at 942-2071 of the specific location.
As necessary, evacuate the area or building. See the GENERAL BUILDING EVACUATION section of this document.
In the event of a failure of a steam line, evacuate the area by taking exits that avoid the steam leak. Immediately report the problem to University Police at 942-2071.

Cease all operations immediately and evacuate the area as soon as possible, notifying others as you leave.
Do not switch lights on or off. Do not take time to open windows or close doors.
Leave the area to report the gas leak. Call University Police at 942-2071 by using a cellular phone or one of the emergency call boxes.
DO NOT re-enter the building until cleared to do so by University Police or other proper authorities.

If you are trapped, use the emergency phone in the elevator or push the alarm button and wait for help. Alternatively, call University Police at 942-2071 if an emergency phone is available in the elevator.
If you discover trapped persons, talk to them and try to keep them calm until an officer or other qualified assistance arrives.