Maricopa Community Colleges

Emergency PreparednessMaricopa Emergency Management System (MEMS): What to do

What is an emergency?

An emergency is any immediate threat to life and/or property that requires immediate response from police, fire, or ambulance personnel. Your judgment often determines whether an incident is an emergency. If you consider a situation to be an emergency, then it is an emergency and the procedures in this booklet should be followed. If in doubt, err on the side of safety!

You should call 911 in ALL emergencies

What to do if...

  • General Emergency/Emergency Preparedness/Media

    General emergency

    WHAT TO DO:

    1. Call 9-1-1.
      When reporting an emergency:
      • Stay on line with the dispatcher.
      • Provide the address, location and a description of the emergency.
      • Provide the complete phone number at your location.
      • Provide a thorough description of the incident to ensure the appropriate resources are dispatched.
    2. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.
    3. If evacuation is required, pull fire alarm.
    4. Follow normal evacuation route. Follow alternate route if normal route is too dangerous.
    5. Gather in designated locations. Supervisors (and faculty) take headcount.
    6. Missing personnel and last known location to be immediately relayed to Public Safety/Evacuation team.
    7. Refer public inquiries to information posted on web: www.phoenixcollege.edu/mems
    8. Refer media to MEMS Public Information Officer.
    9. Depending on severity of the incident, the central source for information updates is:
      www.phoenixcollege.edu/mems

    Emergency Preparedness

    WHAT YOU CAN DO NOW TO PREPARE FOR AN EMERGENCY…

    1. Post the Safety and Emergency Procedures Guide in a visible location in your office. Ensure all staff is made aware of its location.
    2. Review the Safety and Emergency Preparedness Guide prior to actually having to use it.
    3. Become familiar with all exit routes from your building.
    4. Locate the nearest fire extinguisher and alarm pull station in your room and building.
    5. Enroll in a fire extinguisher training course, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), First Aid, Crime Prevention, or other safety training course.
    6. Review procedures detailed on the www.ready.gov website.
    7. Keep emergency supplies in your office (medications, flashlights, comfortable shoes, bottled water, batteries, portable radio).

    MEDIA:

    • All staff must refer media to MEMS Public Information Officer (PIO). Only authorized individuals may provide public comment on behalf of the institution.
    • MEMS PIO assumes responsibility for issuing public statements during an emergency.
    • MEMS PIO serves as college spokesperson unless he/she designates a spokesperson. If spokesperson is unavailable, an alternate will be designated.
    • Designated liaison acts as contact for emergency responders and assists Evacuation Team/MEMS Team with coordinating media communications. Liaison Officer is a federal designation for an in-house delegated person to coordinate activities with outside agencies

    During an emergency, adhere to the following procedures:

    1. Contact the PIO in the order shown
      Name: Eileen Archibald w) 602-285-7870
      Name: Michelle Klinger w) 602-285-7842
    2. Present all factual information to PIO
    3. Do not argue with media. Contact PIO.
    4. Maintain log of all telephone inquiries.
    5. Respect privacy of victim(s) and family of victim(s). Do not release names to media.
    6. Refrain from exaggerating or sensationalizing crisis.
  • Medical Emergency/Fire

    Notify the Fire Department directly by dialing 9-1-1 when there is a need for immediate medical attention. Give the building location and room number. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.

    IMPORTANT: If you think a person requires immediate medical attention, CALL 9-1-1.

    Provide Building # ____________ Provide Room # ________________________

    WHAT TO DO:

    1. Remain calm.
    2. Notify 9-1-1 followed by Public Safety at 602-285-7911 in life-threatening situations. If the incident involves blood or other body fluids, ensure that Public Safety is aware of the fact.
    3. Keep the ill or injured person as comfortable as possible while waiting for the officer or medical assistance to respond. Do not attempt to move a person who has fallen and appears to be in pain.
    4. Report any details leading to the injury to responding authorities and emergency services.
    5. Supervisor prepares necessary industrial report forms.

    MEDICAL–STUDENT:

    In the event that a student or visitor is ill or injured:

    1. Do not discuss possible cause of an accident or condition that may have contributed to the accident.
    2. Document or report to supervisor to which health care facility student/visitor was taken or if released.
    3. Refer media to MEMS PIO.

    MEDICAL–SERIOUS INJURY/DEATH:

    1. Call 9-1-1. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.
    2. If possible, isolate affected student/staff member.
    3. Public Safety will make necessary notifications.
    4. Refer media to MEMS PIO.

    SUICIDAL DEATH/SERIOUS INJURY:

    1. Verify information. Call 9-1-1.
    2. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.
    3. Follow directions of police/fire.

    FIRES

    Campus community members may deal with small, extinguishable fires as long as personal safety is not compromised and they are trained in the use of fire extinguishers. However, always remember that personal safety should be your first concern. Never place yourself in a position where the fire is between you and the exit. No matter how small the fire is, always notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.

    In the event of fire or smoke:

    1. Remain calm.
    2. If you are trained in the use of fire extinguishers: extinguish the fire if it is no larger than a trash can.

    If you are not trained in the use of fire extinguishers:

    1. Activate fire alarm. (Fire Department/Public Safety respond to all fire alarms.)
    2. Alert all occupants in your area. Evacuate to an assembly area (See map, last page). Follow normal evacuation drill route. Follow alternate route if normal route is too dangerous.
    3. Assist those requiring help to the exterior or to an area of rescue assistance.
    4. Take only your car keys and purse with you.
    5. Shut all doors behind you as you go. Closed doors tend to slow the spread of fire, smoke, and water.
    6. DO NOT use elevators.
    7. Pull the fire alarm as you exit the building.
    8. DO NOT allow the fire to come between you and the exit.
    9. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911 from a safe location. Watch for the responding officer and provide information on the fire location and extent.
    10. No one may re-enter building(s) until entire building(s) is/are declared safe by fire/police.
    11. Evacuation team/Director of Public Safety notifies employees/students when situation is clear and normal operations may resume.
    12. Report persons with disabilities to Public Safety for assistance.

    EMERGENCY EVACUATION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FROM MULTI-STORY BUILDINGS

    1. Always ASK a person with a disability how you can help BEFORE attempting any rescue technique or giving assistance; ask how they can best be assisted or moved, and if there are any special considerations, or items that need to come with them.
    2. Immediately notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911 that there is a person(s) with a disability that requires assistance.
  • Power Outage/College Vehicle Incident/Animals-As a Threat

    POWER OUTAGE

    Power failures are usually of short duration and have minimal impact on the campus. However, there is always the chance that a power outage can last for a long period of time.

    The college does maintain auxiliary power units to provide emergency power. During a power outage, please remain in your room until advised to leave the building. Generally, the power will come back on after a few minutes.

    If the fire alarm is activated, follow evacuation procedures; otherwise

    1. If in a meeting room or class, remain in the room until directive is clear (alarm, bullhorn, text, etc). Then follow directive (evacuate, shelter-in-place, lockdown, etc.)
    2. If in an elevator, use the emergency phone to notify Public Safety.
    3. Provide assistance to those in need (i.e. visitors, handicapped).

    COLLEGE VEHICLE INCIDENT

    Driver/Monitor:

    1. First ensure the safety of students and employees.
    2. Call 911, if necessary.
    3. Notify Risk Manager at 480-731-8879 or 602-290-7403 (notify Public Safety first)
    4. Prepare Traffic Accident Incident Form.
    5. Exchange insurance information with other involved drivers.

    College Personnel:

    1. Notify Risk Manager and Public Safety.
    2. Identify location(s) to which injured have been taken.

    ANIMALS – AS A THREAT

    Animals are not allowed on premises. The only exception is assistance animals.

    In the case of rabid or dangerous animals:

    1. First ensure the safety of students, employees and visitors.
    2. Call 9-1-1, if necessary. / Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.
    3. If possible, leave the area.
    4. Provide description of animal(s) and the animal’s location.
    5. If possible, seal off area if animal(s) still present.
  • Severe Weather/Earthquake

    During a severe storm, it is best to be inside a shelter such as a permanent structure or a motor vehicle for protection against flying objects and lightning. After the storm, it is important to check for downed power lines, flooded areas, and/or other dangers that may be present prior to moving between locations.

    Severe weather can develop quickly, and watches are issued to prepare people for this possibility so they can take appropriate safety measures. A weather watch can include any type of severe weather, including winter storm and wildfire conditions, but most frequently involve severe thunderstorms, floods and flash floods, or tornados. A weather warning is issued when severe weather conditions (such as tornados) have been sighted or are deemed imminent.

    Severe Weather Watch has been issued in an area near site/college:

    1. Reverse evacuation:
    2. Bring all people inside building(s).
    3. Close windows and blinds.
    4. Severe weather safe areas are under desks and in hallways away from windows and large rooms.
    5. If possible, watch www.phoenixcollege.edu/mems and/or local media for updates.

    Severe Weather Warning has been issued in an area near site/college or severe weather has been spotted near site/college:

    1. Move employees/students/visitors to safe areas.
    2. Supervisors/faculty account for all students/staff. (Faculty takes class rosters.)
    3. Report missing personnel to Public Safety 602-285-7911. Relay the last known location of missing personnel.
    4. Remain in safe area until warning expires or until emergency personnel have issued an all-clear signal.
    5. If possible, watch www.phoenixcollege.edu/mems and/or local media for updates.

    EARTHQUAKE

    Although rare, Arizonans must be prepared for the event of an earthquake.

    WHAT TO DO INDOORS:

    1. Remain calm.
    2. Stay inside. Do not exit building or use elevators.
    3. Take cover under a table, desk or doorway, if possible.
    4. Stay away from all windows and large glass objects.
    5. Avoid being underneath heavier objects such as lights, wall hangings and other items, which may fall.
    6. Help direct people with special needs to a safe place, if necessary.

    WHAT TO DO OUTDOORS:

    1. Remain calm.
    2. Move to an area away from trees, buildings, walls, and power lines.

    AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE

    1. Due to possible gas leaks, DO NOT use cell phones, except to report serious injuries.
    2. Assist in the building evacuation of people with special needs, if safe to do so.
    3. Tune radios to an emergency broadcast or local radio stations for news updates and instructions.
    4. Be prepared to evacuate campus if instructed to do so. (The decision to evacuate from campus will be based on the severity of the earthquake and damage to buildings.)
    5. Public Safety will provide instructions for immediate actions by means of door-to-door alerting, loud speakers, or bull-horns.
    6. DO NOT enter any building that is deemed or looks to be unsafe.
  • Bomb Threats & Checklist/Suspicious Packages

    Although not a common occurrence, the college does occasionally receive bomb threats. The most common method of making a bomb threat is by telephone. Such calls are usually very brief and to the point.

    Anyone answering a bomb threat call should look at the college telephone and see if an extension number or name is shown on the display feature and follow the bomb threat checklist.

    Upon receiving a message that a bomb has been planted on the premises:

    1. Use bomb threat checklist (back page)
    2. Ask where the bomb is located,
      • when will the bomb go off,
      • what materials are in the bomb,
      • who is calling, and
      • why caller is doing this.
    3. Listen closely to caller’s voice and speech patterns, and to noises in background.
    4. After hanging up phone, immediately dial 9*57 to trace call.
    5. Notify your supervisor and a MEMS Team member:
      Public Safety: 602-285-7911.
      Emergency Coordinator: 602-285-7524.
      PC MEMS PIO: 602-285-7870.

    SUSPICIOUS PACKAGES

    Be cautious of:

    • Foreign mail, air mail, and special deliveries
    • Restrictive markings such as “Confidential” or “Personal”
    • Misspelling of common words
    • Oily stains or discolorations on package
    • Rigid, lopsided, or uneven envelopes
    • Protruding wires or tin foil
    • No return address or the use of excessive tape
      or string

    WHAT TO DO:

    1. DO NOT allow anyone to handle the item or go near it. If you suspect the package contains toxic material, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water.
    2. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911 or use an emergency telephone.
    3. Write down everything you can remember about receiving or finding the letter or parcel/package. Provide the information to Public Safety.
    4. Assist officers in the evacuation of the threatened area when requested.
    5. DO NOT shut off lights, close doors or windows as the area is evacuated.

    Download Bomb Threat Questions and Checklist (PDF)

  • Gas Leak/Explosion/Hazardous Materials Spill

    The college utilizes natural gas in various buildings on campus. Natural gas is odorless but has an additive that provides a characteristic smell of rotten eggs to alert you to its presence. Whenever gas is detected in a building or other enclosed area, it should be treated as an emergency and immediately reported to Public Safety. Gas leaks, when left unreported, can result in an explosion with subsequent injuries or death to campus community members.

    To limit the possibility of an explosion, avoid using light switches, fire bells/horns, telephones and appliances when gas is detected.

    If gas odor has been detected in the building:

    1. Notify Facilities and Public Safety at 602-285-7911.
    2. Do not pull fire alarm.
    3. When advised, evacuate employees/students to a safe distance outside of building.
      • Close doors behind you as you go. Closed doors tend to slow the spread of fire, smoke, and water.
      • Do NOT use elevators, matches or lighters.
      • DO NOT use electrical equipment including the fire alarm.
    4. Follow normal fire drill route. Follow alternate route if normal route is too dangerous. Proceed to a safe location at least 100 feet from the danger area.
    5. Supervisors/faculty take headcount.
    6. Missing personnel and last known location will be relayed to Evacuation Team/emergency personnel.
    7. No one may re-enter building(s) until fire or police personnel declare entire building(s) safe.
    8. Facilities notifies employees/students upon termination of emergency. Normal operations may resume.

    If gas odor has been detected outside the building:

    1. Notify Facilities and Public Safety at 602-285-7911.
    2. Notification will be made whether to shelter-in-place or evacuate at fire/police direction.
    3. If evacuated, no one may re-enter building(s) until fire/police declare entire building(s) safe.
    4. Facilities notifies employees/students upon termination of emergency. Normal operations may resume

    EXPLOSIONS

    Explosions can be caused by leaking gas, chemical accidents, bombs, or even falling aircraft. After an explosion, the main focus for everyone on campus should be toward assisting the injured and safeguarding against fires and gas leaks. The immediate response of outside resources such as the Fire Department, Police Department, and utility companies will be needed to effectively deal with the situation.

    WHAT TO DO:

    1. Remain calm.
    2. Evacuate the building through the safest, most direct route.
    3. Stay away from windows, mirrors, overhead fixtures, filing cabinets, bookcases, and electrical equipment.
    4. DO NOT move seriously injured persons unless they are in immediate danger of being further injured by the situation.
    5. Open doors carefully and watch for falling objects.
    6. DO NOT use electronic equipment of any type, matches or lighters.
    7. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911 from a safe location.

    HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
    SPILL/RELEASE

    The college complies with OSHA regulations pertaining to Hazardous Material handling and the Bloodborne Pathogens Standards. Incidents involving human blood will normally require the use of universal precautions such as latex-free gloves, goggles, CPR mask, face and eye protection, dust pan, etc. Such use will protect the victim, the first aid provider, and the employee cleaning the contaminated surface. In the case of hazardous materials spills or releases, special protective equipment may be required.

    WHAT TO DO:

    1. Remain calm.
    2. Immediately notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911 or use an emergency telephone.
    3. If a hazardous material is involved, evacuate the affected area.
    4. DO NOT pull the fire alarm if a flammable gas is involved. Verbally request people to evacuate the building as quickly as possible.
    5. DO NOT come in contact with blood without proper protection. If you do come in contact, immediately wash your hands and advise the responding Public Safety officer.
  • Disruptive Persons/Crime in Progress/Student Unrest

    Besides complying with local, state and federal laws, Phoenix College adheres to a code of conduct that is printed in the college catalog as well as the Student Handbook. The code establishes behavior standards for the entire campus community (students, staff, and visitors). The underlying situation causing a disruption can usually be dealt with after the incident. It is important to deal with the disruptive person’s actions in a formal manner by first addressing the problem through verbal direction. If the incident involves a disruptive student, document the incident on a "Student Disruption/Discipline Report." When any disruptive person(s) fail to comply with staff direction, the Public Safety Department should be immediately notified.

    WHAT TO DO:

    1. If the disruption is occurring outside the classroom setting, notify Public Safety at
      602-285-7911 and wait from a safe distance for an officer to respond to the scene.
    2. If the disruption occurs in a classroom, the instructor should try to deal with the situation by requesting the individual to stop his/her course of conduct. Immediately notify Public Safety if the individual continues to disrupt. Maintain a safe distance between the disruptive person, others involved, and yourself.
    3. For either of the above situations, prepare and forward a “Student Disruption/Discipline Report” to the Dean of Student Affairs through the Department Chair.
    4. NOTE: The knowledge that something will be done about a disruptive or unruly act tends to dissuade similar actions from occurring in the future.

    RIOT/STUDENT UNREST

    1. Call 9-1-1 if situation is dangerous to people or property. Follow emergency reporting guidelines.
    2. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.
    3. Notify PC MEMS PIO.
    4. Evacuate the area if advised by emergency personnel or Public Safety.
    5. Keep other students/staff calm.
    6. Lock classroom/office doors.
    7. If in lockdown, do not allow students/staff to leave the classroom/office until you receive an all-clear signal from police/fire or Public Safety.
    8. Make a list of students/staff that are missing. Relay this information to Public Safety/Emergency personnel as soon as possible.

    CRIME IN PROGRESS

    If you see what appears to be a “crime in progress” or some suspicious activity, for example, someone hiding behind a vehicle, vehicles driving up and down the parking aisles when there are open parking spaces available, people standing around in the parking lots, someone sitting in a vehicle with the engine running, someone wandering around the inside of a building for no apparent reason, etc., please notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.

    WHAT TO DO:

    1. Remain calm.
    2. Notify Public Safety in person or by telephone at 602-285-7911.
    3. Make a mental or written note of as much information (e.g., license plate number, vehicle description, perpetrator’s description, your observations, etc.) as you can remember. Do this from a safe distance.
    4. Provide the gathered information to the responding officer.

    WEAPONS ON CAMPUS

    The possession of a firearm or other instruments commonly used to inflict bodily harm is prohibited at Phoenix College and all other MCCCD colleges. All persons who attend classes, are employed by the district/college, are visiting the district/campus or who otherwise have business within MCCCD, are prohibited from carrying weapons, concealed or otherwise (with or without a permit), on their person or in their vehicles or anywhere on college property. Arizona Certified Peace Officers, who currently work with a law enforcement agency, or persons who obtain written permission from the MCCCD Chancellor or his/her designee, are excluded from the NO weapons policy.

    The District Governing Board’s NO weapons policy is enforceable under the Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 13, section 13-2911, entitled “Interference with the peaceful conduct of an educational institution” and Title 13, section 13-3102, entitled “Misconduct involving weapons.”

    Whenever a staff member observes or becomes aware that a person on the college campus is in possession of a firearm or other instrument commonly used to inflict bodily injury, they should:

    1. DO NOT approach the individual.
    2. Notify your supervisor.
    3. Notify Public Safety at 602-285-7911.
    4. Try to write down a description of the individual from a safe distance.
  • Evacuation/Reverse Evacuation/Shelter-In-Place

    Evacuations are conducted when a situation inside a building is dangerous to people. The evacuation directive is issued to clear a room/building/site in a timely and orderly manner. Evacuation directives may come in the form of alarms, verbal direction from authorities, door-to-door, text or e-mail messages, or other means.

    Lock-down procedures may be issued in situations involving dangerous intruders or other incidents that may result in harm to people outside site/college buildings. MEMS Team/Facilities/Director of Public Safety will issue a lock-down order by announcing (via speaker, bullhorn, text message, e-mail) and/or sending a messenger to each floor/classroom, or other alternate method.

    In the event that a lockdown/shelter-in-place is decided, follow the direction of authorized personnel (Evacuation Team/MEMS Team/Public Safety Officers/other personnel delegated by administrator on duty.)

    These directions will include:

    1. Go into offices/classrooms or secure rooms, lock doors, cover windows.
    2. Move all people away from windows and doors.
    3. Have all people get down on the floor.

    Allow no one outside of offices/classrooms until the police/fire/authorized personnel give the all-clear signal. An all-clear signal needs to be determined.

    Evacuation

    1. Follow evacuation drill procedures and route. Follow alternate route if normal route is too dangerous.
    2. Take employee list/classroom roster and emergency kit.
    3. Direct employees/students to follow normal evacuation drill procedures.
    4. If safe to do so:
      a. Close all windows.
      b. Lock doors.
    5. Assist with disabled and non-English speaking individuals. Immediately notify Public Safety of individuals in need of assistance.
    6. Proceed to assembly area.
    7. Evacuated staff will stay with their department. If visitors or students are evacuated, stay with visitors/students unless relieved by replacements.
    8. Account for employees/take roll again when group arrives at the relocation center.

    Supervisors/Faculty:

    When in designated assembly areas, account for all employees/students and visitors. Immediately inform response authorities of missing staff and/or student(s).

    Reverse Evacuation

    Reverse evacuation/shelter-in-place provides refuge for employees, students, and visitors within site/campus buildings during an emergency. Shelters are located in areas that maximize the safety of inhabitants. Safe areas may change, depending on the emergency. Be prepared to go into lockdown/shelter-in-place once inside.

    1. Evacuation Team/MEMS Team/Facilities/Public Safety direct individuals to assemble in safe areas.
    2. Proceed to the determined designated safe areas in each building. (Bring all people inside building(s)).
    3. Supervisors are responsible for departmental personnel accountability. (Faculty account for all students after arriving in the safe area.)
    4. Close all exterior doors and windows.
    5. Personnel will contact each classroom/department for a headcount.
    6. All individuals must remain in safe areas until notified by authorized personnel that situation is clear.

    If advised:

    1. Turn off any ventilation leading outdoors.
    2. Cover up food not in containers or put it in the refrigerator.
    3. Cover mouth and nose with handkerchief, cloth, paper towels or tissues.

    Shelter-In-Place/Lockdown

    Sheltering provides refuge for employees, students, and visitors within buildings during an emergency. Shelters are located in areas that maximize the safety of occupants. Safe areas may change depending on the emergency.

    In the event that a lockdown/shelter-in-place is decided, follow the direction of authorized personnel (Evacuation Team/MEMS Team/Public Safety Officers/other personnel delegated by administrator on duty.)

    1. Fire/Police/Facilities/Public Safety will notify employees of a sheltering-in-place occurrence through phone, loud speakers, runners, text, e-mail, or other means.
    2. Employees/students/visitors assemble in safe areas. Bring all people inside building(s).
    3. Department supervisors account for employees (faculty account for all students) when in safe area.
    4. Contact Evacuation Team/MEMS Team/Facilities if employees/students are missing.
    5. All must remain in safe areas until notified by fire/police or authorities that situation is clear.

    If advised:

    1. Close all exterior doors and windows and turn off any ventilation leading outdoors.
    2. Seal doors, windows, and vents with plastic sheets and duct tape if available.
    3. Cover up food not in containers or put it in the refrigerator.
    4. Cover mouth and nose with handkerchief, cloth, paper towels or tissues.
    5. In addition, if lockdown is decided, all students should take cover out of sight and stay low.
    6. Doors and windows should be locked, if possible, and opened only to students and staff seeking safety or police.
    7. Lower any blinds or curtains, and turn off electronic equipment that could alert an intruder to your presence.

    Supervisors/Faculty if advised of sheltering in place:

    1. Verify information through Supervisor/Evacuation Team/Public Safety.
    2. Lock office areas/classrooms.
    3. Warn employees/students/visitors, if advised.
    4. Account for all employees/students and visitors.
    5. Stay with employees/students/visitors.
    6. Refer media to MEMS PIO.
  • Building/Site/College Attack

    Weapons of mass destruction likely to be employed by terrorists fall into four basic categories: Nuclear, Biological, Chemical, and Conventional. Follow these procedures to protect human life.

    NUCLEAR: Defense against nuclear weapons depends primarily on distance from the point of detonation. Follow same action steps for Conventional.

    CONVENTIONAL: The danger from the blast effect of conventional explosive devices is similar to nuclear devices with a higher rate of survivability.

    If responding to the threat of an imminent conventional or nuclear blast nearby:

    1. Move people to specifically identified rooms. Interior hallways may be used as an alternate.
    2. Close all doors leading into hallways to minimize flying glass.
    3. All people assume the duck, cover and hold position on the ground.
    4. Shelter in place to protect from fall-out if attack is far enough away.
    5. Account for all employees and keep people inside buildings. Allow individuals (employees or guests) to leave at their own discretion once cleared to do so by police/fire, Public Safety, emergency management, or military authorities.

    BIOLOGICAL:

    Defense against biological attacks is difficult. Awareness is usually not possible for days or weeks. The first signs may emerge as personnel notice a higher than usual incidence of various symptoms.

    Should a biological attack be discovered while work/classes are underway:

    1. Reverse-evacuate all people into site/school buildings.
    2. Shelter-in-place.
    3. Close all doors and windows.
    4. Seal doors, windows, and vents with plastic and duct tape.
    5. Keep students and employees inside buildings. Allow people to leave at their own discretion, or parents to pick up young children, once cleared to do so by police/fire, Public Safety, emergency management, or military authorities.

    CHEMICAL:

    1. Reverse-evacuate all people into school buildings.
    2. Shelter-in-place.
    3. Close all doors and windows.
    4. Seal doors, windows, and vents with plastic and duct tape.
    5. Be prepared to treat those who experience a reaction to chemical agent.
    6. The decision to evacuate should be made after consulting with police/fire, Public Safety, emergency management, or military authorities.

    If the site/college is the target:

    1. Follow evacuation procedures.
    2. Evacuate to a pre-determined off site location(s).
  • Assembly Area Map

    Phoenix college emergency response team

    The information included in this manual is not all-encompassing, but covers most actions taken during emergencies. Common sense must prevail when instructions are not available or do not fit your particular needs.
    If you have questions concerning a unique situation not covered in this manual, contact your emergency
    coordinator.

    Emergency Coordinator: ________

    Team Leader/
    Floor Manager: ________

    Public Safety: ________

    Facilities Director: ________

    Floor Wardens Area 1: ________

    Floor Wardens Area 2: ________

    Floor Wardens Area 3: ________

    Floor Wardens Area 4: ________

    Public Information Officer: ________

    Division Director: ________

    PRE-DESIGNATED ASSEMBLY AREAS

    Assembly Area