Emergencies
covered were taken from Complete
CSI Policy Statements, Section 6.06.
6.06
CSI EMERGENCY MANUAL (Revised
and Added 9/2000 and 5/03)
These procedures apply to all personnel, buildings
and grounds, including the Off-campus Centers.
This information is being disseminated to assist
all faculty and staff members in responding
to different emergencies they may confront in
the course of their duties at CSI. This brochure
should be kept in an area where it will be immediately
available should one of the identified emergencies
occur. The procedures are designed to be flexible
to accommodate contingencies of various magnitude.
Please
become familiar with the contents of the Manual.
In the event of an emergency, it will serve
as a quick reference for effective action. The
Manual is not inclusive; call Campus Security
at Extension 6222, or 539-2743 if no one answers,
for assistance with any emergency. The succession
of events in an emergency is not predictable,
therefore, these procedures serve only as a
guide and check list and may require modification
to meet the requirements of each emergency.
New
employees should be made familiar with the Manual
as part of the orientation process. The locations
of First Aid kits and fire extinguishers should
be noted on the front cover of this Manual.
Remember
that the general procedure for first response
to an emergency is:
Assess the
situation - if extreme personal injury or danger
exists, call 9-911.
Call Campus
Security at Extension 6222, or 539-2743 if no
one answers, to report the situation - 24 hours
a day.
Take action
to provide aid, or find aid as required by the
situation.
Locate
the First Aid kit in your building. Use safety
coverings for yourself (gloves and/or masks
can be found in the first aid kits) if you touch
a person or substance or provide CPR. Evacuate
the area if necessary. All buildings will be
evacuated when an alarm sounds and/or upon notification
by Campus Security.
The
CSI Security Department is available 24 hours
per day to respond to any emergency that may
develop. During any campus emergency, Campus
Security will place into immediate effect the
appropriate procedures and immediately consult
with the President or his designate. The President
or his designate is responsible for the overall
direction of the College emergency response.
If
there are any questions or comments regarding
the procedures outlined in this Manual, contact
the CSI Security Department at Extension 6605.
Director
of CSI Security
Rev: 5/21/03
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REPORTING
INJURIES AND ACCIDENTS
Anyone witnessing an accident or involved in
an accident including visitors, employees, or
students must report the accident to Campus
Security. Contact the CSI Security Department,
x6605, to document the situation regardless
of the severity of the injury. Report all safety
hazards to the Maintenance Department, x6600.
The
term "accident" applies to any personal injury.
Accident Reports are not required for illnesses,
unless injuries result from the illness (falling,
striking an object, etc.).
If
the injury is received by an employee or student
worker during their working hours, they are
covered by Worker's Compensation. Any injured
employee who requires the care of a physician
or hospital must advise the physician or hospital
that the injury occurred on the job, an industrial
insurance form will be initiated immediately.
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RESPONDING
TO MEDIA INQUIRIES
Unauthorized people should not make comments
to the news media, but should direct all inquiries
to the Information Desk/switchboard for referral
to the proper CSI authority. Such inquiries
may include the following:
· Natural disasters, such as earthquakes,
fires, etc.
· Catastrophes, such as explosions, chemical
spills, etc.
· Crime
· Personnel management issues
· Scandal
· Legal/financial matters
In
the event of one of the above mentioned situations,
the CSI Security Department will provide verified
facts to the President, or designated administrator
in charge, and to the Public Information Director.
Information
to the media should be released only by the
Public Information Director or administrator
designated by the President. The campus switchboard
should be notified immediately as to who will
be responding to media inquiries.
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SERIOUS
INJURY
Do NOT attempt procedures or techniques beyond
your abilities or training. Life saving techniques
should be administered by trained personnel.
1. Do NOT move a seriously injured person unless
it is a life-threatening situation; i.e., falling
debris, fire, or further danger.
2. Shout "help!" to get someone to come and
assist.
3. If the victim is unconscious and someone
responds, send them to call 9-911 (an ambulance
will be dispatched).
4. If no one has responded to your shout, you
will need to go call 9-911 and then return.
State the problem, the building or area on the
grounds where the emergency exists, and the
number you are calling from. If possible, send
a runner to meet and guide arriving emergency
crew.
5. Call the Campus Emergency Assistance number
and give your name, location, and telephone
number. Give as much information as possible
regarding the nature of the injury or illness,
and whether or not the victim is conscious,
etc. CSI Security Officers are trained and certified
in CPR. Campus Security will arrange additional
resources as necessary.
6. Return to the victim. Administer First Aid
as needed if you are trained to do so. Keep
the victim as calm and comfortable as possible.
Do NOT try to administer First Aid that you
are not qualified to provide. Remain with the
victim until Campus Security arrives.
7. In addition to your contacting Campus Security
to fill out an Accident Report as a witness,
instruct the victim to contact the CSI Security
Department to document the accident regardless
of the severity of the injury (see information
on reporting injuries and accidents).
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FIRE
OR EXPLOSION
FIRE
Before a fire:
1. Know the locations of fire alarm pull stations.
2. Know the locations of exits in your area.
3. Be aware of any flammable or corrosive chemicals
stored in your building.
4. Locate areas that have been designated for
wheelchair users and others with disabilities.
During
a fire:
1. If you notice fire, smoke, or any evidence
of fire, evacuate the area, close the door to
the room where the fire is located and immediately
sound the building fire alarm.
2. Dial 9-911. State the problem and building
and exact location where the emergency exists.
Do not hang up until the Police Dispatcher tells
you to do so.
3. Call Campus Emergency Assistance at Extension
2222, giving your name, department, and location
of the fire.
4. Attempt rescue efforts only if there is NO
immediate danger to your self.
5. Assist persons with disabilities to safety.
6. If the fire is small, and if you are properly
trained in the operation of such equipment,
you may wish to fight the fire with a fire extinguisher.
7. If the fire is large, very smoky, or rapidly
spreading, evacuate the building immediately.
The alarm may not sound continuously. If the
alarm stops, continue to evacuate. Warn others
who may enter the building after the alarm stops.
8. If time permits, take purses, lock files,
and close office doors before leaving. Walk,
do not run, to the nearest stairway exit.
9. When the fire alarms sound, do not use elevators.
An elevator may become inoperative and a trap.
Give assistance to (help carry, if necessary)
all disabled persons using the stairways.
10. Get low; get out. Evacuate to a safe distance
from the building and stay out of the way of
emergency personnel. Do NOT return to the building
until instructed to do so by public safety personnel.
11. Treat injured persons as much as possible
while waiting for Police or Fire Personnel.
12. Notify either public safety personnel or
fire fighters on the scene if you suspect someone
may be trapped inside the building.
EXPLOSION
1. If you are trapped in a windowless area,
stay near the floor where visibility is better
and air less toxic.
2. Immediately take cover under tables, desks,
or other objects that will give protection against
falling glass or debris.
3. Call 9-911 for Police, Fire, and Ambulance.
Call Campus Security at Extension 6222, or 539-2743
if no one answers.
4. Follow directions for evacuation.
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HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS LEAKS/SPILLS
(Flammable, Toxic, Corrosive, Oxygenic, Cryogenic
Leaks/Spills)
Know
what types of chemicals may be in your building.
Campus Security has trained personnel to deal
with hazardous materials and waste.
If
a gas cylinder or other chemical container should
begin leaking, and if, in the judgement of the
persons responsible for such materials, it presents
any danger to themselves or the other building
occupants, the following steps should be taken:
1. Leave the area immediately, confining the
fumes or fire by shutting the door to the room
behind you.
2. Call Campus Emergency Assistance at Extension
6222, or 539-2743 if no one answers. Give your
name, department, location of emergency, and
kind of spill, if you know.
3. Sound the building fire alarm so evacuation
can begin, if deemed necessary by Campus Security.
4. Evacuate the building to a safe area upwind.
Do NOT return to the building until instructed
that it is safe to do so.
At
all times, suspected gas leaks or suspicious
odors should be reported to the CSI Security
Department so appropriate action can be taken.
Note:
Contact the CSI Security Department to document
the situation regardless of severity (see information
on Accident Reports).
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EVACUATION
OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
In the event of an emergency, users of wheelchairs
and other persons with disabilities should observe
the following evacuation procedures:
1.
Persons using wheelchairs on ground level floors
can evacuate along with other persons.
2.
Persons using electric wheelchairs on non-ground
level floors may be removed from their wheelchairs
and evacuated leaving the wheelchair behind.
There are specific techniques to enable two
persons to safely carry a third while descending
stairs. These must be learned and practiced
prior to an actual emergency.
3.
Persons using manual wheelchairs on non-ground
level floors could be removed from their wheelchairs
and evacuated leaving the wheelchair behind,
or be evacuated while remaining in the wheelchair.
At least four strong assistants will be necessary
to carry the wheelchair with the person in it
up or down the stairs and over obstacles.
4.
Visually impaired persons should have a sighted
assistant guide them to safety. Giving verbal
instructions advising about the safest route
or direction can be most effective while assisting
the person to safety. Compass directions, estimated
distances and directional terms are most often
familiar 'tools' for persons living with vision
loss. DO NOT grasp the arm of a person with
low vision or blindness. Ask if the person would
like to take your arm at the elbow as you exit.
Verbal descriptions of debris or other instructions
can support a safe exit.
5.
Hearing impaired persons should be told individually
of the emergency and how to respond as soon
as the emergency is identified. It should not
be assumed that hearing impaired persons can
hear the fire alarm or that they will know what
to do by watching others.
Rescue,
Fire, and Police personnel, and Campus Security
will check all exit corridors and exit stairwells
for trapped persons.
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DISRUPTIVE
PERSONS/EVENTS
If a person causes a disruption call the CSI
Security Department at Extension 6222, or 539-2743
if no one answers, for assistance.
It
is the goal of CSI to provide a safe work and
learning environment. Safety is the responsibility
of all employees. CSI views threats, acts of
violence, or any conduct that may be construed
as threatening or intimidating as disruptive
and contrary to the development and maintenance
of a safe, productive and supportive environment.
Any intimidation, threat of violence, or act
of violence, any seizing of any portion of property,
or any unauthorized activity which prevents
the normal operation of the College in any way
by any individual or group will be considered
in direct opposition to the necessary operation
of the College. Such behavior will not be tolerated.
Action will be taken immediately, up to and
including dismissal. Similar action will be
taken against those who advocate such described
activities.
Follow-up
on misconduct by a student will be made through
the Director of Student Information. Follow-up
about an employee will be made through Administration
and Human Resources. Non-employee situations
will be handled by Campus Security.
When
informed by a student, employee or visitor to
campus that a disability is related to, or is
causing, the disruption, contact the Director
of Human Resources or the Coordinator of Student
Disability Services, Counseling Center, for
support and resources before determining remedy
and follow-up.
In
the event of a civil disturbance, defined as
unlawful conduct and interference with the conduct
of institutions of higher learning, call Campus
Security at Extension 6222, or 539-2743 if no
one answers, or call Police at 9-911.
Then,
1. Continue, if possible, with your normal routine.
If the disturbance is outside, stay away from
doors and windows.
2. Stay away from the disruption. Do NOT interfere
with those persons creating the disturbance
or with law enforcement authorities on the scene.
Do NOT attempt to breakup or enter the fight
or demonstration situation.
3. Be a good witness. Relay as much information
as possible to Campus Security and/or the Police.
In
the event of an armed person call Campus Security
at Extension 6222, or 539-2743 if no one answers,
or the Police at 9-911.
Then,
1. Do NOT confront the person. Wait for Campus
Security or the Police.
2. Do NOT try to retrieve the weapon.
3. Do NOT restrain or discipline the person.
4. Let the Police deal with the situation.
5. Campus Security will notify the appropriate
CSI Personnel.
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BOMB
THREAT
1. If you observe a suspicious object or potential
bomb on campus, DO NOT TOUCH THE OBJECT. Call
Campus Security at Extension 6222, or 539-2743
if no one answers.
2. If you receive a bomb threat on the telephone:
· Remain calm and attempt to obtain as
much information from the caller as possible.
· Record the time and remember the exact
words of the threat.
· Listen for unusual noises or voice
characteristics.
· Try to ask questions that appear in
the box below.
· Call Campus Emergency Assistance, Extension
6222, or 539-2743 if no one answers, giving
your name, location, and telephone number. Inform
them of the situation, including any information
you may have as to the location of the bomb,
time it is set to explode, and the time when
you received the call
· Do NOT activate the fire alarm.
3. Do NOT use cell phones, campus radios, or
walkie-talkies. They can activate some types
of bombs.
4. Do NOT open cabinets, drawers or closets.
5. Do NOT turn lights on or off.
6. When Campus Security, or the Police, arrive,
follow their instructions exactly.
7. If instructed to evacuate, move a safe distance
away from the building. Do NOT take personal
items out of the building. They may contain
the bomb. Do NOT re-enter until instructed that
it is safe to do so.
Questions
to ask the caller:
1. When is the bomb going to explode?
2. Where is the bomb?
3. What does it look like?
4. What kind of bomb is it?
5. What will cause it to explode?
6. Did you place the bomb?
7. Why?
8. What is your address?
9. What is your name?
10. Keep the caller on the line as long as possible.
Take notes.
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CRIME
IN PROGRESS
Everyone is asked to assist in making the campus
a safe place by being alert to suspicious situations
and promptly reporting them.
If
you witness a crime being committed:
1. Do NOT attempt to apprehend or interfere
with the suspect except in case of self-protection.
Avoid any risk to your safety.
2. If safe to do so, stop and take time to get
a good description of the person committing
the crime. Note height, weight, sex, color,
approximate age, clothing, method and direction
of travel, and his/her name, if known. All this
takes only a few seconds and is of utmost help
to the investigating officers. If the person
is entering a vehicle, note the license number,
make and model, color, and outstanding characteristics.
3. Call Extension 6222, or 539-2743 if no one
answers, for Campus Emergency Assistance. Give
your name, location, and department. Advise
them of the situation, and remain where you
are until contacted by an officer.
If
you are a victim or witness any of the following
- theft, property damage, minor traffic, assault,
accident, or minor injury - contact the CSI
Security Department to document the situation
regardless of severity (see information on injury/Accident
Reports).
Shooting
and/or Homicide:
At the first indications of shooting, sound
of gunfire, loud cracking, popping, banging
noises, windows shattering, glass exploding
into classrooms, bullets ricocheting:
1. Duck and take cover near the floor, behind
a building, etc.
2. Call 9-911 from a safe place. Stay on the
line with the 911 operator.
3. Instruct students and/or staff to stay indoors.
4. Try to create an obstruction between you
and the gunfire.
5. Stay down and don't move.
6. Lock doors, if possible.
7. If safe, treat any injuries as needed before
Police arrive.
8. Do NOT disrupt the crime scene.
Hostage
Situation:
1. Call 9-911, if possible.
2. Obey the suspect's commands. Do NOT argue
or fight.
3. Try to calm the suspect and listen to complaints
or demands.
4. Do NOT allow others to agitate the suspect.
5. Make an effort to establish a rapport with
suspect. Use his/her first name as you talk
with the person.
6. Encourage the suspect to release everyone.
7. Stay calm and as safe as possible.
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EARTHQUAKE,
FLOOD, TORNADO, EXTREME WEATHER
EARTHQUAKE
1. If indoors, stay there. Get under a desk
or table, or stand in a corner. Stay away from
windows and outside walls; do not use elevators.
2. After the shock subsides, go outside, stay
clear of buildings and trees, evaluate the situation
and if emergency assistance is needed, call
Campus Security Extension 6222, or 539-2743
if no one answers.
3. If outdoors, get into an open area away from
falling objects, trees, buildings, walls, and
power and gas lines.
4. If driving, pull over to the side of the
road and stop. Avoid overpasses and power lines.
Stay inside your vehicle until the shaking is
over.
5. If in a crowded public place, do not rush
for the doors. Move away from shelves containing
objects that could fall.
6. Be prepared for after shocks.
7. Follow the procedures in this Manual for
fire, hazardous materials leaks, and serious
injury if necessary.
8. In the event of major damage or disruption,
the CSI Security Department will announce and
implement evacuation procedures. Do NOT return
to an evacuated building unless directed to
do so by public safety personnel.
9. Turn on the radio for emergency information:
AM 1270 KTFI; FM 104.7 KIKX; AM 1230 KBAR.
FLOOD
1. Stay away from the flooded area.
2. Do NOT attempt to drive over a flooded road.
3. Do NOT drink any water that may have been
contaminated by the flood.
4. Avoid electrical equipment in the flooded
area.
5. Call Campus Security at Extension 6222, or
539-2743 if no one answers, and Maintenance
at Extension 2600 to report the flood.
TORNADO
1. Immediately take cover in an area that will
give you protection against falling glass or
debris.
2. Move to the lowest area in your building.
3. Stay away from windows.
4. Stay near an inside wall when possible.
5. Notify Campus Security at Extension 6222,
or 539-2743 if no one answers, regarding your
situation.
EXTREME
WEATHER
1. Be aware of weather patterns in this area.
2. If winter storm conditions worsen during
the day, the President may decide to close the
College. You will then be notified.
3. If you are at home, listen to the radio for
school closures.
4. Extreme weather conditions vary from town
to town. Above all, take personal responsibility
for your safety.
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EXPOSURE
TO BLOOD OR BODILY FLUIDS
If it is wet and not yours, don't touch it!
Do NOT attempt procedures or techniques beyond
your abilities or training. Life saving techniques
should be administered by trained personnel.
Persons
administering first aid must be aware of the
possible life threatening effects of pathogens
as a result of exposure to bodily fluids. Bloodborne
pathogens are microorganisms in blood that cause
serious diseases in humans. They include several
types of hepatitis, syphilis, malaria, and the
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Most
workplace exposures to bloodborne pathogens
occur from contact with contaminated blood.
Pathogens from the blood of an injured student
or worker can enter your system through an open
cut, scratch, skin abrasion, etc. They can also
enter through the mucous membranes of your mouth
eyes, and nose.
Since
people often carry bloodborne infections unknowingly,
follow the universal precaution of treating
all body fluids as if they were infectious and
avoid contact with them.
1. If an emergency occurs, call the Campus Security
at Extension 6222, or 539-2743 if no one answers,
giving your name, location, and the telephone
number. CSI Security Officers are trained in
the proper handling of blood and other potentially
infectious body fluids.
2. If you must assist an injured student or
worker who is bleeding, put on protective gloves
and other personal protective equipment. Nonabsorbent
gloves may be found in all First Aid kits on
campus and are also available in the bookstore
for purchase by your department. Wear gloves
even when treating such minor injuries as skinned
knees or bloody noses. Since gloves could be
accidentally punctured or torn, bandage any
cuts, scratches, or abrasions on your hands
before putting them on.
3. Thoroughly wash your hands with a non-abrasive
soap and running water. Hand washing is considered
an effective universal precaution against bloodborne
pathogens. If you have any infectious blood
or other material on your skin, the sooner you
wash it off the better. Hand washing also prevents
you from transferring the contamination to other
parts of your body and other surfaces. If your
eyes or other mucous membranes have come in
direct contact with blood, wash or flush them
with water as soon as possible.
4. If you feel that you may have been exposed
to bloodborne pathogens during a workplace accident,
report the incident to your supervisor immediately.
He or she will help you arrange confidential
medical evaluation and any treatment that may
be necessary.
Do
NOT attempt to clean up any blood spills on
the floor or surrounding area yourself. The
CSI custodial staff is trained in the proper
procedure for cleaning up such spills and should
be called to respond immediately.
Note:
Contact the CSI Security Department at Extension
6605 to document the situation regardless of
the severity of the injury (see information
on Injury and Accident Reports).
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POWER
FAILURE (Approved by Safety Committee
10/21/02)
If a minor or major power failure occurs
during work hours:
·
Turn off all light switches, the voltage may
fluctuate and damage any lights that are on.
· Set all equipment and appliance switches
to the OFF position. This is to protect against
kicking out circuit breakers, blowing fuses,
or damaging equipment when the full surge or
current hits as power comes back on.
· As necessary, evacuate persons from
darkened areas. Emergency lights usually last
less than one hour.
· Limit the number of people reporting
outages to maintenance.
· Report persons trapped in elevators
to Security.
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