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Crisis Procedures

Utility Failure

In the event of a major utility failure:
  • Immediately notify Physical Plant at ext. 273.
  • Physical Plant Emergency staff will respond to evaluate the situation and take corrective action.
  • If you are trapped in the elevator, use the emergency phone to notify the Physical Plant. If the emergency phone does not work, turn on the alarm.
  • Physical Plant and/or IUPD will order a building evacuation if the safety of faculty, staff and/or students is threatened.
  • In the event an evacuation deemed necessary:
    • A building evacuation will occur when the fire alarm sounds and/or when notified by IUPD or Physical Plant emergency staff.
    • Assist the disabled in exiting the building if possible! Remember that the elevators are reserved for disabled persons.
    • Do not use elevators in case of fire or during power failures.
    • Once outside, move to a clear area at least 500 feet away from the affected building(s). Keep the walkways, fire lanes and hydrants clear for emergency crews.
    • If requested, assist the emergency crews as necessary.
    • A campus incident command center may be set up near the emergency site. Keep clear of the command center unless you have official business.
    • Do not return to an evacuated building unless told to do so by a university official.