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