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Emergency Procedures

What to do in an emergency

In any type of emergency, call Public Safety at 971-722-4444 or dial 911 and follow the instructions given by officials.

View the emergency procedures poster.

Evacuation

Evacuations are needed when an imminent threat has been reported inside the building.

Examples: Fire, utility disruption, bomb threat, etc.

Procedures

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Exit the building and proceed quickly and safely to the nearest Safe Assembly Area (SAA).

Enclosed stairwells for assistanceIf you cannot evacuate, proceed to the nearest, preferably enclosed, stairwell (Evacuation Assistance Area) and wait for assistance.

Take personal items like your phoneTake personal items with you if you can do so safely.

Lockout / shelter in place

Lockouts are needed when a potentially dangerous situation has been reported outside the building.

Examples: Hazmat incident, nearby police activity, etc.

Procedures

Whiteboard in a classroomAcademic instruction and college business may continue, however stay inside and remain alert.

Closing a doorIf safe to do so, immediately close all doors and windows. Next, stay away from them to protect yourself from the potential threat.

Doorway that can't openPlease note: if you exit the building you will not be able to re-enter.

Lockdown

An active threat has been reported somewhere on or near campus (this is necessary to reduce personnel exposure).

Examples: Active Shooter, hostile events, etc.

Procedures

A classroom that can be lockedTake immediate shelter in rooms and workspaces that can be secured.

Closed window blindsIf possible, close the window blinds.

Don't go near windows and doorsStay away from windows and doors.

Active threat

An active assailant/hostile person has been reported somewhere on campus.

Examples: Active Shooter, hostile events, etc.

Procedures

Depending on the situation and your proximity to the assailant you should Run, Hide, or Fight.

Person running to safetyRun only if there is a clear path to safety. Exterior doors will lock automatically so once you exit the building you will not be able to re-enter.

Person hiding behind a large plantHide in an area where you are well protected and out of sight. Lock internal doors without access control manually, turn off the lights, keep quiet, and silence cell phones.

Person with their fists upFight for your safety as a last resort.