HMC
Emergency Action Guide

 In an emergency, call Campus Safety at ext. 72000

Bomb Threat

  • Ask the caller questions:  Where is the bomb? When is the bomb set to go off? What does it look like?
  • Take notes on everything said and be sure to notice any background noise, voice characteristics, etc.
  • Report the threat immediately to Campus Safety at ext. 72000.

Earthquake

  • Take cover under a desk or table, protecting as much of your body as possible, especially your head and neck.
  • Stay away from windows and objects that may fall.
  • Do not run outside.
  • If outdoors stay in an open area.
  • After shaking stops, evacuate to the nearest evacuation area, and report to the building monitors, back up as designated by your department, or other emergency personnel. 

Evacuation

  • Calmly and quietly walk to the nearest exit.
  • Do not use elevators.
  • Follow the instructions of building monitors, or other emergency personnel.
Fire

  • Activate the closest fire alarm
  • Evacuate to the designated evacuation area and report to those around you.
  • Call ext. 72000 and report the location and nature of the fire
Hazardous Materials

  • Evacuate the area of the spill or release.
  • Notify those around you to evacuate.
  • Call ext. 72000 and notify Campus Safety of the following: location of release, name of material, and time of release.
Lockdown

  • Immediately go to the nearest safe room. Orange reflective strips on the top of the door mark safe rooms.
  • If possible, sit on the floor.
  • Account for those in the safe room with you.
  • Await contact by safety officials.
Medical

  • Dial ext. 72000 and report the nature of the illness or injury and the location.
  • Notify proctor or work supervisors.
  • Provide medical care as appropriate.