Quick Emergency Procedures
These procedures are
provided as guidance only. Never do anything to endanger yourself or
others.
This sheet is intended
as a quick reference. Please see the full emergency procedures located
on the navigation bar at the top left area of this page.
Bomb Threat
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Remain calm
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Take all threats seriously
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Do not panic others
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Obtain as much information as possible about the bomb and caller
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Take notes on everything said
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Have co-worker call “911” while you’re talking to caller
if possible
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Do not hang up phone when done with caller
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Call the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713
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If
evacuation ordered, move at least 500 feet away from building
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Do not re-enter area until instructed
Fire
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Remain calm
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Call “911” immediately!
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Activate building fire alarm
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Evacuate building closing all doors – Do not lock
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Do not use elevators
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Assist the disabled outside or to enclosed stairwell
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Advise Police Department or Fire Department of location of
disabled persons
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If evacuation ordered, move at least 500 feet away from building
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Keep roads and drives clear
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Do not re-enter area until instructed
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Call the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713
Flooding
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Call Maintenance immediately at 3333
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Indicate nature of valuables at risk
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Notify supervisor
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Use extreme caution if electrical appliances or outlets are near
leak
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Evacuate if any possible danger
Hazardous Material
Incident
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Remove individual from area unless unsafe to do so
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Call “911” and the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713
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If immediate medical attention is required:
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Administer first aid if qualified or seek someone who is
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Use emergency eyewash/shower
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Remove contaminated clothing
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Contaminated person should seek medical attention
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Contaminated person should avoid contact with others
Medical/First Aid
Accidents
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Call or have someone call “911”
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Administer first aid if qualified or seek someone who is
qualified
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DO NOT MOVE VICTIM except to prevent further injury
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Stay with victim until someone arrives
Weather
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Seek shelter in basement or interior hall of lower floor
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Avoid auditoriums, gymnasiums and similar large rooms
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Stay away from all windows and exterior doors
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Take cover under heavy tables and/or sturdy furniture when
possible
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Follow room
exit plans
Suspicious Package
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Do not shake or empty contents
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Do not try to clean up spilled contents
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Cover with plastic to prevent leakage
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Leave room, close door or section off
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Wash hands with soap and water
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Call the Police “911”
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Call the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713
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List all persons who may have been exposed
Psychological/Suicidal
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Call 911, then call the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713.
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If you are in a residence hall, contact the RA on duty.
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Nothing should be touched. Be observant but do not tamper with
the scene.
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Maintain confidentiality. Keep the involvement of others to a
minimum.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS:
Police/Fire/Medical
Emergency: 911
Security:
309-337-5708
Dean on Call
: 309-337-5713
Maintenance/Facilities: 3333