Utility Emergency

If you are in a building:

• Use a flashlight or phone. DO NOT light candles!
• Laboratory personnel should secure experiments or activities that may present a danger when ventilation systems are not functioning or when power is restored unexpectedly.

If you are instructed to leave:

• Get your keys and any absolute necessities (e.g., medications, SUNY Oneonta ID, wallet, cell).
• Bring clothing suitable for the weather conditions.
• Lock the door to secure your belongings.
• Use a flashlight or phone. DO NOT light candles!

• Stop using all electrical devices.
• Do not stand in water.

• Cease all operations immediately and evacuate the area as soon as possible, notifying others as you leave.
• Do not switch lights on or off.
• Do not take the time to open windows or close doors.
• Do not reenter the building until cleared to do so by a university official.

If you are inside the elevator:

• Remain calm. There is plenty of air.
• Use the emergency phone or emergency button to contact University Police.
• Provide your name and the exact location (building and floor, if known) to the dispatcher.
• Stay away from the doors. DO NOT attempt to pry the doors open.

If you are outside the elevator:

• Knock on all elevator doors to determine whether the elevator is occupied.
• DO NOT attempt to rescue the occupants. DO NOT attempt to pry the doors open.
• Call University Police at 607-436-3550 and provide the exact location of the elevator.
• If the elevator is occupied, reassure the occupant(s) that help is on the way.