Evacuations

Page address: http://www.mnsu.edu/security/emergencies/evacuations.html

Upon notification from Maintenance, Security or emergency personnel, immediately evacuate the building when an alarm is activated. Leave by the nearest marked exit and alert others to do the same unless directed by emergency personnel to another exit.
Do not use elevators, unless authorized to do so by police, fire, or other emergency personnel.
Once outside, proceed to a clear area from the affected building. Keep streets, fire lanes, hydrant areas, and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and personnel. Evacuate further if directed by emergency personnel.
Do not return to an evacuated building until you are informed by emergency personnel or Security that you may enter the building.

Evacuation Procedures for Individuals with Disabilities

If you are permanently or temporarily disabled, please inform your department head and he or she will help you determine an action plan based upon your specific needs. A plan template can be found at: [MSWORD] http://www.nfpa.org/assets/files//PDF/Forms/Chklst.doc (204 KiB) Persons who cannot leave a building on their own should go to the closest stairwell and ask another evacuee for assistance.
Individuals assisting the disabled persons should exit the building and notify emergency personnel of the exact location of the individual needing assistance.

The evacuation of all or part of the campus will be announced and depending upon circumstances, directed by emergency personnel, Campus Security, Facilities Services or administrators. All persons may be asked to immediately vacate the site in question and persons may be directed to relocate at a specific site. For a non-fire evacuation, take wallets, purses, book bags, jackets, etc., with you.

One of the instructions you may be given in an emergency where hazardous materials may have been released into the atmosphere is to “shelter-in-place”. This is a precaution aimed to keep you safe while remaining indoors. (This is not he same thing as going to a shelter in case of a storm). Shelter-in-place means selecting a small interior room with no or few windows, and taking refuge there.
Depending on the type of emergency and directives received from authorities and emergency personnel, the following options are available:
- Following “reverse evacuation procedures”, all students, faculty, and staff should go inside a building.
- Monitor television, radio, and other forms of electronic communication for information regarding the threat/emergency and follow official emergency response directions. Close windows, secure doors, and apply duct tape if advised to do so.