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
  

• 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 you’re 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