General Evacuation

As directed by:

• fire alarm; or
• verbal instruction from Security.

To the occupants of the building

1. Be ready to leave the building. Stay calm.
2. Do not use elevators: take the stairs and go outside. Always use the closest exits.
3. Avoid obstructing exits at street level to allow emergency personnel into the area with their equipment – CLEAR THE AREA.
4. Follow the instructions given by the Security Officers or by the members of the Emergency Action Team.

To teaching personnel

Evacuate the class area as quickly as possible; warning, helping and directing the students towards the closest exit.

As soon as possible, warn the Fire and Security Officers of problems like blocked exits, persons who are trapped in their work area, etc.

All regular staff will direct any temporary employees, contractors, truck drivers, tour groups, or other visitors to the proper exits and routes to the gathering areas.

During regular hours an Emergency Response Team, equipped with radios, will be stationed at exit/entry points to make sure that no one re-enters a building and remains clear of responding emergency personnel. These people will be identified with fluorescent traffic vests and will aid in relaying information and ensuring roadways and building’s accesses remain free for the emergency services.

In case of adverse conditions (weather or others), evacuees must head to the designated shelter(s) as per the following:

Designated Shelters and Gathering Areas

Administrative and academic buildings

Residences

Service Buildings