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SERVICES 169 Emergency Quick Reference Guide Howard Community College has developed three basic protocols to respond to all emergencies and protect the life and well-being of the college community. In case of Emergency call Public Safety at 5555, or use emergency phones, or if in immediate threat call 911. ! EVACUATION: Fire – Smoke – Bomb Threat • Notification will typically be via the fire alarm. • Assist in alerting others in the vicinity, but do not jeopardize your safety or the safety of others. • Leave buildings immediately using nearest exits/stairways; remain alert for emergency communications. • If applicable, assist disabled on upper floors to designated wheelchair assembly areas. • In case of fire, do not use elevators; otherwise, elevators can be used to evacuate. • Proceed directly to the designated exterior assembly area (See Evacuation Routes and Assembly Areas Map). • Do not reenter buildings under any circumstance until informed that it is safe and the all-clear is given. @ SHELTER-IN-PLACE: Tornado (weather events) – Environmental Hazards • Notification will be via mobile alert system, email, PA system, digital alert clocks, code blue emergency phones, building monitors, and/or emergency personnel. • Assist in alerting others in the vicinity, but do not jeopardize your safety or the safety of others. • Close all doors and windows to the outside if possible. • If in laboratories, cease operations, close fume hoods in case the building ventilation systems are turned off. • In case of tornado, move to tornado safety areas –basements, interior rooms and halls away from glass. • If moving to safety or shelter areas, elevators can be used. • Remain alert for emergency communications, further instructions, and the all-clear to be given. # LOCKDOWN: Criminal or Violet Act – Shooter/Hostage • Notification will be via the mobile alert system, email, PA system, digital alert clocks, code blue emergency phones, building monitors, and/or emergency personnel. • If observing an incident on campus, call 911 first and IMMEDIATELY afterwards call Public Safety 5555. • Assist in alerting others in the vicinity, but do not jeopardize your safety or the safety of others. • Seek shelter in a secure room with a locking door if possible. Avoid open areas. Close, lock and move away from doors and windows. Turn off lights, remain quiet, and turn cell phones to vibrate. • Remain alert for emergency communications and further instructions which may include staying, moving to another location, or evacuating. • If moving to another location or evacuating, elevators can be used. • Do not leave until instructed by emergency personnel and the all-clear is given. For more information, contact Public Safety: howardcc.edu/services-support/public-safety/ Emergency x5555 Non-Emergency x5500 howardcc.edu/eopvideo Emergency Update Hotline x5050