DRAFT – Utility Failures

Power Outage

  1. Notify Facilities Management.
  2. After hours, or if phones are not working properly, deliver a message to the Adams State Police Dept. at #1 Petteys Hall
  3. If evacuation of the building is required, exit using the stairways. DO NOT USE ELEVATORS. Seek out persons who need assistance in the evacuation.
  4. When mechanical ventilation is interrupted, vapors of chemicals may reach hazardous concentration levels. Laboratory personnel should secure experiments or activities that may present danger with the electrical power off or when it is restored unexpectedly. Close sashes on fume hoods and clean up or put away chemicals. Notify the lab supervisor immediately. Do not perform procedures using hazardous materials until power is restored. For specific emergencies after hours, contact the Adams State Police Dept.

Flooding Or Water Line Failure

  1. If flooding occurs because of plumbing failure or other problem, stop using all electrical devices.
  2. Notify Facilities Management of the problem  and the specific location.
  3. As necessary, evacuate the area or building. See  ***GENERAL BUILDING EVACUATION*** 
  4. In the event of a failure of a steam line, evacuate the area by taking exits that avoid the steam leak. Report the problem to Facilities Management.

Gas Leak

  1. Cease all operations immediately and evacuate the area as soon as possible, notifying others as you leave.
  2. Do not switch lights on or off. Do not take time to open windows or close doors.
  3. Leave the area to report the gas leak. Call police at 911 by using a cellular phone or one of the Blue Emergency Phones after evacuating.
  4. DO NOT re-enter the building until cleared to do so by police or other proper authorities.

People Trapped In An Elevator

  1. If you are trapped, use the emergency phone in the elevator or push the alarm button and wait for help. Alternatively, call police if a mobile phone is available in the elevator.
  2. If you discover trapped persons, talk to them and try to keep them calm until an officer or other help arrives.