OPERATIONAL CRISES

WHAT TO DO TN CASE OF OPERATIONAL CRISES:

Hazardous Material Release, Toxic Substance or Gas Leak.

            • Contact switchboard operator by dialing “0”, contact campus police, contact facility/site manager.
            • Evacuate building if warranted by sounding fire alarm.
            • Administer first aid by trained staff.
            • If sheltering in place; shut down main electrical power to close ventilation sources; turn off gas;
               close exterior doors and windows; use portable radios to obtain emergency information.

Electricity, Ruptured Water Line, Climate Control in Extreme Weather

            • Gather facts; verify information.
            • Contact physical plant/facility/site manager.
            • Move staff and students from affected area if necessary.
            • Close up and/or secure affected area.
            • Post warning signs.
            • If a major line is down or sparks are visible: Call switchboard operator by dialing “0”; contact campus police/facility/site
               manager emergency services (911).Give location and remain on line until information is complete.
            • NEVER TOUCH LIVE WIRES!
            • DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RESCUE A PERSON experiencing electrical shock until power is shut off.
            • Shut power off where applicable.

Prepare fact sheet.
Debrief with campus crisis team and faculty.