Be Prepared

• Understand the evacuation plan. 
• Know that evacuation diagrams are conspicuously posted in every classroom. 
• Know at least two ways out of the building from your regular workspace.

When You Hear the Evacuation Alarm Or Are Verbally Told To Begin Evacuating The Building:

• Remain calm. 
• Leave quickly. 
• Try to make sure that everyone in your immediate vicinity hears the alarm and evacuates the area. 
• As you exit, quickly check nearby restrooms, copier rooms, storage rooms, elevators, etc. 
• If requested, accompany and assist persons with disabilities who appear to need direction or assistance. 
• Take with you:  essential personal items ONLY.  Do not attempt to take large or heavy objects. 
• Shut all doors behind you as you go.  Closed doors can slow the spread of fire, smoke and water. 
• Proceed as quickly as possible but in an orderly manner.  Do not push or shove.  Hold handrails when you are using stairs. 
• Once out of the building, move away at least 100 feet from the structure or as instructed by Campus Security, Police or Fire Department officials and conduct a headcount of your evacuees.