» Emergency Procedures

Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763

Provide essential information:

1. • Your name
   • Nature of the medical problem
   • Location of the affected individual(s)

If safe, assist until help arrives:

1. • If trained and comfortable, check breathing, control bleeding, and keep the individual still and comfortable.

If you hear or see a fire alarm:

1. • Evacuate immediately using the nearest exit (do not use elevators).
   • Close doors behind you.
   • Move to the designated evacuation site. See buildings Emergency Action Plan.

If you discover a fire or smoke:

1. • Close doors to contain the fire (do not lock them).
   • Pull the fire alarm as you exit.
   • Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763
   • Assist others in evacuating the building if it is safe to do so.
   • Use a fire extinguisher only if you are trained and the fire is small.

During the earthquake:

1. • Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On under a sturdy desk or table.
   • Outdoors: Move away from buildings and utility poles.

After the shaking stops:

1. • Check for injuries and hazards.
   • Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763
   • Evacuate the building if it is unsafe, using the nearest exit (do not use elevators).
   • Move to the designated evacuation zone. See campus evacuation map.

Report the spill immediately:

1. • Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763

Evacuate the area:

1. • Seal off the area to prevent contamination.
   • Assist others in evacuating the building if it is safe to do so.

If contaminated:

1. • Avoid contact with others.
   • Remain in the vicinity and provide your name to Public Safety officers.
   • Begin decontamination using the nearest eyewash, handwash, or shower station.

Do not handle the package:

1. • Isolate it by closing doors.
   • Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763
   • Evacuate the area if instructed.

If you receive a bomb threat:

1. • Keep the caller on the line and gather as much information as possible.
   • Notify another staff member.
   • Call Public Safety immediately.

If you observe a disturbance:

1. • Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763
   • Be discreet to avoid escalating the situation.

If safety is a concern:

1. • Alert nearby employees.
   • Lock doors and secure files and equipment.
   • Evacuate if directed by Public Safety.

If you witness or are a victim of a crime:

1. • Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763

Provide detailed information:

1. • Your name
   • Nature and location of the incident
   • Description of persons involved
   • Description of any weapons involved

Assist Public Safety:

1. • Provide detailed descriptions of suspects and witnesses.

For minor disruptions:

1. • Notify Facilities Management: extension 6658

After hours or if there is a danger:

1. • Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763

Evacuate if necessary:

1. • Assist others in exiting the building.
   • Move to the designated evacuation zone. See campus evacuation map.

Run:

• If it is safe, exit the building immediately.
• Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763

Hide:

• If you cannot safely exit, go to a room that can be locked or barricaded.
• Turn off lights and silence your phone.

Fight:

• As a last resort, if your life is in imminent danger, commit to taking action to incapacitate the shooter.

When instructed:

• Move to an interior room with no or few windows.
• Close and lock all windows and doors.
• Turn off fans and HVAC systems.

Remain indoors:

• Stay until Public Safety or authorities tell you it is safe to leave.

Report flooding immediately:

• Call Public Safety: (714) 997-6763

Evacuate the area:

• Do not use electrical equipment.
• Move to a higher floor or area if safe to do so.

Prevent further damage:

• If safe, turn off electrical equipment and utilities in the affected area.
• Assist others in evacuating to a safe location.

After evacuation:

• Move to the designated evacuation zone. See building emergency action plan.
• Do not return to the flooded area until instructed by Public Safety or Facilities Management.