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Emergency Procedures

Fire, Police, Ambulance Emergency Dispatch

Dial 9-911
Provide your name, location, phone number and brief details of the emergency.

Campus Security

Bob Wright Director – pager 1-800-202-5555, Campus Police 435-283-7170
If unable to get Campus Security call Sanpete County Sheriff 835-2191

Ephraim City Police

435-283-4602

Fire

Attempt to extinguish only very small fires by using the building’s fire extinguisher. Otherwise, clear the area by sounding the fire alarm. Follow building evacuations procedures. After leaving the building, call 911 immediately to report the fire and location.

Bomb Threat

In the case of a telephoned bomb threat, remain calm and courteous. Do not put the caller on hold or attempt to transfer the call. Listen first, then ask questions. Take careful notes. After hanging up, talk to no one other than Campus Security or Sanpete Sheriff Dispatch. If you find suspicious packages or boxes, DO NOT MOVE THEM, but contact Campus Security immediately.

Chemical Spills/Leaks

Use the fire alarm to clear the building. Do not attempt to clean up a spill unless specially trained. Notify Hazardous Materials Officer at ext. 7221 or Paul Fore at ext. 7537 or Sanpete Dispatch 911.

Poison Control

Earthquake

During an earthquake, take refuge undera desk or in a solid framed doorway. Stay away from windows which shatter. After the quake stops, stay put. Secondary shockwaves may make hallways and exits hazardous. If the fire alarm sounds, proceed quickly to the nearest exit and follow fire evacuation procedures.

On-the-Job Injuries

Report injuries to your immeciate supervisor. If necessary call 9-911 for an ambulance and EMT’s. Notify the Risk Management Office and complete a works accident report and worker’s compensation form.

Fire Evacuation Procedures

1. LEAVE WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS, EVACUATE.

The college does not have fire drills. When you hear the alarm, assume it is an emergency situation. All occupants of a building must proceed immediately to the nearest exit. DO NOT STOP TO GATHER BELONGINGS. DO NOT RISK YOUR LIFE BY STAYING IN THE BUILDING. In the event the alarm ceases, but no “all clear” notice is given, continue to evacuate.

2. EVACUATE TO YOUR DESIGNATED ASSEMBLY POINT.

All of a building’s occupants should gather at the designated assembly point, which must a distance of at least 1 ½ times the height of the building. Each building’s designated evacuation coordinator or alternate will maintain a list of regular building occupants and account for everyone upon exit. If someone is missing, do not re-enter the building to search for him or her until the “all clear” notice is given, but immediately notify security or fire department personnel.

3. REMAIN CALM.

Danger is greatly reduced if you remain calm and clear thinking.

4. KNOW YOUR EMERGENCY EXIT AND ALTERNATE EXITS.

5. PROCEED CAUTIOUSLY.

Feel the door before opening it. If the door is hot, don’t open it, there is fire on the opposite side. If there is smoke and no fire nearby, crawl to the exit. The air is safer close to the floor.

6. USE STAIRWAYS ONLY.

Do not use the elevators, since they may malfunction or open onto a fire.

7. NEVER ATTEMPT TO FIGHT A FIRE ALONE.

If the fire is small, attempt to extinguish it with an available fire extinguisher. Know the location of the closest fire extinguisher. Generally, if the fire involves more than a waste basket, pull an alarm and evacuate immediately. Call 9-911 when you are out of the building.

8. IF YOU BECOME TRAPPED,

go to an external window for refuge. All doors around you should be closed and sealed tightly to prevent smoke penetration. Wait at the window, signal for help, and remain calm. If there is not smoke outside your window, break the window to exit, if safely possible, or to attract attention and call for help.

9. EVACUATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Four persons should be assigned to assist the evacuation of individuals in wheel chairs. One person should be assigned to carry the empty wheel chair.

10. EVACUATE EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.

Individualized evacuation plans should be developed for persons with special needs. Anyone desiring individualized plans should contact the Human Resources Director.

11. ALL CURRENT AND NEW EMPLOYEES SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY ORIENTED ON EVACUATION PROCEDURES.



DESIGNATED EVACUATION ASSEMBLY POINTS
EVACUATION ASSEMBLY POINT BUILDING COORDINATOR
Activity Center   Chair of Athletics
Noyes Building   Head of Math Dept
Dir. Human Resources
VP Administration
Nuttal Hall   Resident Assistant
Snow Hall   Resident Assistant
Science Building    
Greenwood Student Center   Dir. Student Life
Library