DURING AN EARTHQUAKE 

Remain calm and quickly follow the steps outlined below:

IF INDOORS, seek cover in a doorway or under a desk or table.  Stay away from glass windows, shelves and heavy equipment.

IF OUTDOORS, move quickly away from buildings, utility poles and other structures.  Caution:  Always avoid downed power or utility lines because they may be energized.

If in an automobile, stop in the safest place available, preferably an open area away from power lines and trees.  Stop as quickly as safety permits, but stay in the vehicle for the shelter it offers.

AFTER THE INITIAL SHOCK

Evaluate the situation, and if help is necessary, call 911 or 6235 and the Building Facility Manager.  Protect your self at all times and be prepared for aftershocks.

Damaged facilities on campus should be reported to 911 or 6235 and the Building Facility Manager.  NOTE:  Gas leaks and power failures create special hazards.  Refer to the section on UTILITIY FAILURES.

If necessary or if directed to do so, activate the fire alarm.

When the building evacuation/fire alarm is sounded, or you are told to leave by police or by the Building Facility Manager, walk quickly to the nearest marked exit and alert others to do the same.
Assist those persons who are disabled in exiting the building.  Elevators may be used to evacuate disabled persons ONLY after the elevator has been declared safe.  Always evacuate mobility aides (wheelchairs, crutches, etc.) with the person, if possible.

Once outside, move to a clear area that is at least 500 feet away from the affected building.  Keep streets and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and personnel.  Listen for instructions from the University Police.  If it is deemed necessary, you may be instructed to go to an alternate evacuation site.

Cooperate with University Police officials.  If requested, assist police personnel and the Building Facility Manager.

Turn on your portable radio for information and damage reports.

An emergency operations command post may be set up near the emergency site.  Keep clear of the command post unless you have important information to report.

DO NOT:

• Return to an evacuated building unless directed to do so by police personnel or the Building Facility Manager.
• Use the telephone, except for emergency calls.  Keep the lines open for calls of injured persons, fires and for other emergencies.
• Use matches or other open flames until you are certain there are no dangerous fumes present.
• Operate electrical equipment if gas leaks are suspected.  Avoid touching downed power lines.
  

Be alert for hazardous building damages, such as gas leaks, fires, broken utility lines, spilled chemicals and other potentially harmful materials.  Report these damages on campus to the Physical Plant immediately at 6233.

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