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
- Remain calm
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Take all threats seriously
Do not panic others
Obtain as much information as possible about the bomb and caller
Take notes on everything said
Have co-worker call 911 while youre talking to caller
if possible
Do not hang up phone when done with caller
Call the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713
If
evacuation ordered, move at least 500 feet away from building
Do not re-enter area until instructed
Fire
Remain calm
Call 911 immediately!
Activate building fire alarm
Evacuate building closing all doors Do not lock
Do not use elevators
Assist the disabled outside or to enclosed stairwell
Advise Police Department or Fire Department of location of
disabled persons
If evacuation ordered, move at least 500 feet away from building
Keep roads and drives clear
Do not re-enter area until instructed
Call the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713
Flooding
Call Maintenance immediately at 3333
Indicate nature of valuables at risk
Notify supervisor
Use extreme caution if electrical appliances or outlets are near
leak
Evacuate if any possible danger
Hazardous Material
Incident
Remove individual from area unless unsafe to do so
Call 911 and the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713
If immediate medical attention is required:
Administer first aid if qualified or seek someone who is
Use emergency eyewash/shower
Remove contaminated clothing
Contaminated person should seek medical attention
Contaminated person should avoid contact with others
Medical/First Aid
Accidents
Call or have someone call 911
Administer first aid if qualified or seek someone who is
qualified
DO NOT MOVE VICTIM except to prevent further injury
Stay with victim until someone arrives
Weather
Seek shelter in basement or interior hall of lower floor
Avoid auditoriums, gymnasiums and similar large rooms
Stay away from all windows and exterior doors
Take cover under heavy tables and/or sturdy furniture when
possible
Follow room
exit plans
Suspicious Package
Do not shake or empty contents
Do not try to clean up spilled contents
Cover with plastic to prevent leakage
Leave room, close door or section off
Wash hands with soap and water
Call the Police 911
Call the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713
List all persons who may have been exposed
Psychological/Suicidal
Call 911, then call the Dean on Call at 309-337-5713.
If you are in a residence hall, contact the RA on duty.
Nothing should be touched. Be observant but do not tamper with
the scene.
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