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SIU Aerial ShotEmergency Response checklist

Southern Illinois University of Public Safety Rev. 2015-11-17

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What To Do During an Emergency

Tornado

  • SEEK SHELTER
  • Go to lowest level interior hallway
  • Take personal belongings, a radio and flashlight
  • Stay away from exterior windows and doors
  • If outdoors, shelter in a ditch
  • Help others and wait for the all clear signal

Fire

  • EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY
  • Assist anyone in need
  • Do not use elevators
  • Pull fire alarm on your way out
  • Call 911
  • If trapped, keep door closed and seal the base; open window to signal for help

Earthquake

  • SEEK COVER
  • Get under a desk or sit or kneel against an interior wall and cover yourself
  • Beware of broken glass and other debris
  • Call 911 to report injuries or building damage
  • Help others and evacuate when it is safe
  • Do not use elevators
  • Be aware of falling debris as you exit

Hazardous Spills/Chemicals

  • CALL 911
  • Provide type of chemical and possible exposures
  • Evacuate area
  • If chemical comes in contact: remove contaminated clothing, rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, rinse exposed skin with water then wash with soap and water.
  • Do not attempt to clean the spill

Active Spills

  • CALL 911
  • Provide type of chemical and possible exposures
  • Evacuate area
  • If chemical comes in contact: remove contaminated clothing, rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, rinse exposed skin with water then wash with soap and water.
  • Do not attempt to clean the spill

Active Shooter

  • CALL 911
  • Try to safely escape area
  • If it is not safe, go to nearest room and lock or barricade doors
  • Cover windows, turn off lights, keep quiet, silence cellphones
  • Fight back as a last resort
  • Remain in place until authorities arrive
  • Learn more about surviving an active shooter situation

Bomb Threat

  • GET AS MUCH INFORMATION AS POSSIBLE
  • If threat is by phone, hold phone line open; do not hang up
  • Use another line to call 911 if possible
  • If threat written or posted, call 911 immediately
  • Notify building safety person to evacuate building