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Evacuation Procedures

Leave your building immediately when an alarm sounds or if you are instructed to do so by authorized emergency personnel.

Evacuation Procedures

  • Remain calm.
  • Evacuate in a safe and orderly manner.
  • Gather personal belongings (medication, keys, purses, etc.), but only if safe to do so.
  • Do not use elevators unless authorized emergency personnel tell you to do so.
  • Turn off all electronics, including computers.
  • Provide assistance for those with disabilities. Refer to the Evacuation Procedures for Person with Disabilities section of this Crisis Management Guide.
  • Go to the identified assembly area which should be at least 500 feet away from the building unless directed to another location by the police or properly identified emergency personnel.
  • Remain with your class/office so a full accounting can be made.
  • Notify police or emergency personnel of any missing or trapped persons.
  • Follow all directions from the police or other authorities present.

My identified Evacuation Assembly Area is: _____________________________