A.  CHECK FOR INJURIES

• f anyone has stopped breathing, administer mouth-to-mouth rescue breathing (see First Aid).
• Stop a bleeding injury by applying direct pressure over the site of the wound.
• Do not attempt to move seriously injured persons unless they are in immediate danger of
• further injury.
• Cover injured persons with blankets to keep them warm.  Be reassuring and calm.
• Wear shoes in all areas near debris and broken glass.
• mmediately clean any spilled medications or potential harmful materials (bleaches, lye, gasoline or petroleum products).

B.    CHECK FOR SAFETY

• Check your facility or home for fire hazards.
• Check utility lines and appliances for damage.
• Shut off the main gas valve if a gas leak is evident or suspected.
• Do not search for leaks with a lit match.  Do not turn the gas back on.
• Do not operate electrical switches or appliances if gas leaks are suspected.
• Do not touch downed power lines or electrical wiring of any kind.
• Shut off electrical power in the fuse box if there is damage to wiring.
• Check your chimney for cracks or damages.  Approach chimneys with caution.
• Check closets and cupboards.  Open doors cautiously.  Beware of falling objects.

C.    CHECK YOUR FOOD SUPPLY

• If water is off, emergency water supplies may be all around you: in water heaters, toilet tanks, melted ice cubes in trays, canned vegetables.
• Do not eat or drink anything from open containers near shattered glass.  Liquids may be strained through a handkerchief or cloth.
• If power is off, check your freezer and plan meals to use foods that will spoil quickly.  Use outdoor charcoal broilers for emergency cooking.

Water purification Tips:  Water may be disinfected with 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution (household chlorine bleach).  Do not use solutions in which there are active ingredients other than hypochlorite.

 

Amount	Clear Water	Cloudy Water
One quart	1 drop	3 drops
One gallon	4 drops	10 drops
Five gallons	¼ teaspoon	½ teaspoon

D.    COOPERATE WITH THE UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

• Do not use your telephone except to report medical, fire or violent crime emergencies.
• Turn on your portable radio for information and damage reports.
• Do not go sightseeing afterward, especially in beach and waterfront areas where seismic waves could strike.
• Keep streets clear for emergency vehicles.
• Cooperate with police department personnel.  Don’t go into damaged areas unless your assistance is requested.

E.    In the event of a power outage lasting at least 24 hours, each department should implement their Business Continuity Plan.

The Emergency Operations Center

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.

• A portable radio
• Flashlights with extra batteries
• A first aid kit and handbook
• Water (a few gallons per person)
• Food (canned food with mechanical opener, required medications and powdered milk)
• Pipe wrenches and crescent wrenches
• Know where your gas, electric and water main shutoffs are.  If in doubt, ask your water, power and gas companies.
• Have a plan to reunite your family since travel may be difficult or even restricted after a major hurricane or earthquake.

This notification is being updated at ___EST (time) __________ (day) ___________ (date), 2008.

XXX is currently within the hurricane watch area for Hurricane ___________ (name).

XXX employees and students should use this time to solidify plans in case an evacuation order is issued.   

Please continue to check the XXX homepage, this website, and local media for updates.

THIS IS A TEST 

Quick Response

Remain Calm and Act – DON’T REACT! Seek refuge away from windows. Call 911 if assistance is necessary. Evacuate if an alarm sounds.

• Move into an interior hallway, away from open doors and windows.
• Do not use electrical equipment or phones.
• Do not use elevators.  Go to the lowest level of the building.  Take shelter.
• Sit on the floor and put your head in your lap.  Cover your head with your arms.
• Remain calm.
  

Hurricane advisories will be made 24 hours in advance on the University weather hotline.

Employees and students are urged not to call University Police for weather-related updates.  
They may call 6888 for broadcast messages or refer to the University hotline page on the UNCP website.