Emergency Preparedness

Shelter in Place Procedures

During certain emergency situations, particularly chemical, biological or radioactive material releases, some weather emergencies, or the threat of imminent danger, you may be directed to “Shelter in Place” rather than evacuate the building.

Depending on the type of emergency situation, directions to shelter in place may be sent using a variety of communication tools, including: classroom telephones (only emergency personnel have the ability to dial classroom telephones), campus telephones, television monitors, loud speakers, or building Safety Coordinators.

If directed to shelter in place:

1. Stay inside the building or find a safe place.
   
   
2. If you are in a room with a door, make sure the door is closed.
   
   
3. Due to the varying age of campus buildings, doors may lock manually, remotely or not at all. If applicable and time permits, lock doors.
   
   
4. If you are in a room with a window, make sure the window is closed.
   
   
5. Remain where you are until further direction from emergency personnel.
   
   

For chemical, biological or radioactive material releases, additional directions will be given.

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