ASU Emergency Response Guide

Introduction: Emergency Preparedness at ASU

Emergencies, disasters, accidents, injuries, and crimes can occur without warning at any time. Being physically and psychologically prepared to handle unexpected emergencies is an individual as well as an organizational responsibility.

This Emergency Response Guide has been developed to assist in minimizing the negative affects from such events. Please read this guide thoroughly before an emergency occurs, become acquainted with the contents, and keep this flipchart available in your office for immediate reference. Place your Building Name, Room #, and Supervisors Name and phone number on the front cover. Read more...

For guidelines on how to respond to a specific emergency situation, select a topic:

Personal Threat or Assault

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Personal threat or assault includes threatening behavior that is deemed threatening or harmful by another individual.

Stalking:

  • Call 911 and seek the safety of others.
  • Do not confront alleged stalker.
  • Take note of physical characteristics and other identifiers that you can report to the ASU Police Department.

Assault:

  • Call 911.
  • Remain with victim until emergency assistance arrives provided it is safe to do so.

Report of Relationship Violence:

  • Call 911 if there is a medical emergency or immediate threat.
  • Support may be found at Faith House Agencies, 623.939.6798, or Center Against Sexual Abuse (CASA) 602.254.9000 or TDD 602.495.5343.

Civil Disturbance:

Civil disturbances include riots, demonstrations, threatening individuals, crimes in progress, or assemblies that have become significantly disruptive.

  • Call 911
  • Avoid provoking or obstructing demonstrators.
  • Secure your area (lock doors, safes, files, vital records, and expensive equipment).
  • Avoid area of disturbance.
  • Continue with normal routines as much as possible.
  • If the disturbance is outside, stay away from doors or windows. STAY INSIDE!
  • Prepare for evacuation or relocation.

Power Outage

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The inherent danger during a major power outage is panic; therefore, all university personnel should attempt to remain calm. In the event of a major, campus-wide outage, ASU has emergency generators that will immediately provide power to some areas of the campus. To report a minor, localized power outage, call:

Facilities Management by campus

Tempe 480.965.3633|Poly 480.727.1110 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3200| Downtown 602.496.2500 or 602.496.1502 for Mercado

ASU Police by campus

Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Keep flashlights and batteries in key locations throughout your work areas.

In Case of a Major, Campus-Wide Outage:

  • Remain calm.
  • Follow directions from the ASU Police Department for immediate action.
  • If evacuation of a building is required, see "EVACUATION" section of this guide.
  • Laboratory personnel should secure all experiments and unplug electrical equipment prior to evacuating. All chemicals should be stored in their original locations. If safe to do so, provide natural ventilation by opening all windows and/or doors. If this is not possible, or natural ventilation is inadequate, evacuate the laboratory until the power is returned.
  • Do not light candles or other type of flame for lighting.
  • Unplug all electrical equipment (including computers) and turn off light switches.

If People Are Trapped In an Elevator:

  • Tell passengers to stay calm and that you are getting help. Instruct passengers to pick up the emergency phone in elevator so they can provide direct information to the emergency responders.
  • Notify the appropriate ASU Police Department at:

ASU Police by campus

Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Stay near passengers until police or other assistance arrives, provided it is safe to stay in the building

Major Accidents

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Aircraft Accident

When a private or commercial aircraft is involved in an accident, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the agency of jurisdiction. Subsequently, no one will be permitted within a five hundred foot radius of the aircraft. Smoke from a burning aircraft is very toxic and should be avoided. If an aircraft incident occurs on the campus, evacuation procedures will begin in the surrounding area.

SEE “EVACUATION” SECTION OF THIS GUIDE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

If You Witness an Aircraft Accident:

Call 911. Notify the operator of the accident location, the number of casualties and if any campus structures are affected.
If the crash scene is close to your building, notify your supervisor and evacuate if smoke from the crash scene moves in your direction.
DO NOT approach a downed aircraft. The responding Fire Department has equipment and personnel that are trained for such incidents.

Motor Vehicle Accident

IF YOU WITNESS A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT INVOLVING INJURIES:

Call 911 immediately and remain on the scene until released by paramedics and police.
Advise the operator of the number of injured and their injuries.
Look for hazards that could affect you or responding emergency personnel (fuel, chemicals, etc.) and report them to the 911 operator.
DO NOT attempt to move the injured unless it is more dangerous to leave them where they are, i.e.: car fire.
Attempt to keep the victims calm and reassure them that assistance is on the way.
Notify emergency personnel of the number of injured and their locations.

Flooding

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Major Imminent Flooding:

Major flooding on campus would be the result of catastrophic dam failure or extraordinary releases by Salt River Project (SRP) along the Salt/Verde system. In either case, flood travel time to the ASU Tempe campus would be approximately 6.5 to 8.5 hours. Maximum flood depth is estimated to be 37 feet.

Evacuate from campus immediately. See “EVACUATION” section of this guide.

Follow instructions from the ASU Police Department for immediate action.

Use extreme caution around appliances or outlets near the leak and/or water.

Minor Imminent Flooding:

Minor or area flooding of campus is a more likely scenario. This could be the result of major, multiple rainstorms, or a water line break. In the case of imminent minor, weather-related flooding, ASU Police Department will monitor the National Weather Service and other emergency advisories to determine necessary action such as evacuation of areas and cancellation of classes. In cases of water main failure, affected areas of campus would need to be evacuated immediately. In this case, refer to the "EVACUATION" section of this guide.

Notify the appropriate ASU Police Department:

ASU Police by campus

Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Secure vital equipment, records, and chemicals (move to higher, safer ground). Shut off all electrical equipment. Secure all laboratory experiments. When able, notify the Facilities Management by campus:

Facilities Management by campus

Tempe 480.965.3633|Poly 480.727.1110 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3200| Downtown 602.496.2500 or 602.496.1502 for Mercado

Wait for instructions from the ASU Police Department for immediate action.

Do not return to your building unless you have been instructed to do so by someone from incident command or the ASU Police Department.

Hazardous Materials Incident

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HAVE A MAJOR
HAZARDOUS SPILL?
CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY
Tell the dispatcher:
the location of spill/type of chemicals
any injuries or hazards
flammability of substance
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), etc.

Only Trained Authorized Personnel Are Permitted to Respond to Hazardous Materials Incidents

A hazardous materials incident is considered a spill of any of the following:

Chemicals (liquid and solids)
Hazardous waste or
Oils (diesel and gasoline).

For a Major Spill or Leak

Activate the nearest fire alarm.
Immediately evacuate the area, closing doors behind you.
Call 911. The ASU Police Department will contact Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S).
DO NOT attempt to clean up the spill yourself.
Provide clean-up/response personnel with appropriate Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and other pertinent information.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

For a Minor Spill or Leak

Contact Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) @ 480.965.1823 M-F 8am-5pm.
Nights and weekends call the ASU Police Department @ 480.965.3456.

Alert people in the immediate area of the spill.
Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and attempt to contain the spill.
Avoid breathing vapors from the spill. Confine spill to a small area.
DO NOT ALLOW ANYTHING TO DISCHARGE INTO DRAINS!

Bag cleanup material and label it with Hazardous Waste Label.
Contact EH&S @ 480.965.3899 for removal.

Chemical Spill on Body

REGISTER FOR TRAINING
Laboratory Chemical Safety or
Hazardous Waste Management Techniques

Environmental Health & Safety website

Flood exposed area with running water from faucet or safety shower for at least 15 minutes.
Remove contaminated clothing at once. Put in a plastic bag and seal. Avoid contact with eyes.
Make sure chemical has not accumulated in shoes or under jewelry.
If no visible burn, check MSDS to determine if delayed effects may be expected.

Obtain medical attention at the Campus Health by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3349| Poly 480.727.1500 | West 602.543.8019| Downtown 602.496.0721 M-F 9am-4:30pm
or other appropriate resources - even for minor chemical burns.

Report incident to supervisor.
Supervisor responsible to notify ASU EH&S @ 480.965.1823 M-F 8am-5pm
Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

ASU Environmental Health & Safety has personnel trained in the proper clean-up and containment of minor hazardous spills or releases.
Call 480.965.1823 M-F 8am-5pm
Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Employees must be trained in the safe use of chemicals and chemical waste management prior to working in a laboratory or cleaning up minor spills. A minor spill is one that trained employees are capable of containing safely without assistance from EH&S and /or emergency personnel. All other spills are considered major.

Additional Site Instructions

Location of the Spill Response Kit:
Location of nearest safety shower:
Location of nearest eyewash:
Location of telephone:
Location of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS):

Radiation Spills

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Health physics emergencies in laboratories utilizing radioactive material will usually be limited to minor spills. The potential does exist, however for emergencies involving the creation of significant radiation hazards. These incidents may be complicated by injuries to personnel.

In all emergency situations the primary concern must always be the protection of personnel from radiation and non-radiation hazards. The secondary concern is to confine contamination. Medical assistance should not be withheld or delayed because of contamination of personnel by radioactive material.

Spills

Notify all other persons in the room at once.
Confine the spill immediately, but make no attempt to clean up the spill.
For liquid spills, don protective gloves and place absorbent paper on the spill.
For dry spills, don protective gloves and place lightly moistened absorbent paper on the spill, taking care not to spread contamination.
If the spill is on the skin, flush thoroughly with water. If the spill is on the clothing, discard outer clothing at once.

Notify the Office of Radiation Safety (ORS) immediately.

ORS 8 to 5 Monday – Friday 480.965.6140

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Fire Department (Do not dial 8) 911

Permit no one to resume work in the area or leave the premises without approval of the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or his/her designated representative.

Incidents Involving Radioactive Dusts, Mists, Fumes, Organic Vapors and Gases

Notify all personnel to vacate the room immediately.
Hold breath, close all windows and escape valves, and switch off circulating air.
Vacate the room.
Notify the ORS at once.
Ascertain that all doors giving access to the room are closed and locked. If necessary, post guards to prevent accidental opening of doors.
Do not re-enter the room or permit anyone to leave the premises until approval of the RSO or his/her designated representative is obtained.

Injuries to Personnel Involving Radiation Hazards

Wash minor wounds immediately under running water.
Report all radiation accidents (wound, over exposure, ingestion, and inhalation) to the ORS immediately.

Obtain medical attention at the Campus Health by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3349| Poly 480.727.1500 | West 602.543.8019| Downtown 602.496.0721M-F 9am-4:30pm

Do not permit personnel involved in a radiation injury incident to return to work or leave the premises without the approval of the RSO or the physician.

Spill on the Body

Remove contaminated clothing.
Rinse exposed area thoroughly with water.
Obtain medical attention at the Student Health Center @ 480.965.3346 Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Obtain medical attention at the Campus Health by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3349| Poly 480.727.1500 | West 602.543.8019| Downtown 602.496.0721 M-F 9am-4:30pm or other appropriate resources.

Report incident to supervisor and ORS @ 480.965.6140 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Burns

Shut off machine - DO NOT alter machine configuration until Radiation Safety Officer inspection.

Obtain medical attention at the Campus Health by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3349| Poly 480.727.1500 | West 602.543.8019| Downtown 602.496.0721 M-F 9am-4:30pm or other appropriate resources.

Report incident to supervisor and ORS @ 480.965.6140 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Additional Site Instructions:

Location of the Spill Response Kit:
Location of nearest safety shower:
Location of nearest eyewash:
Location of telephone:
Location of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS):

Biological Spills

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Notes and Precautions:

A spill kit should be kept in each laboratory where work with microorganisms is conducted. Basic equipment is: concentrated disinfectant (household bleach or organism specific disinfectant), paper towels, rubber gloves, autoclave bags, sharps container, and forceps to pick up broken glass.

For any biological spill, first notify others in the laboratory so they will not unknowingly spread the contamination. For spills of a large volume, or spills of organisms transmitted by inhalation when aerosolized such as BioSafety Level 3 (BSL3) agents, call the Principal Investigator (PI) and EH&S @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

If someone is injured call 911 for assistance; notify emergency personnel if you are contaminated.

Spill of BSL2 material or Human Blood

  • Wear gloves, safety glasses and lab coat. If splashing is likely, wear goggles, or a face shield.
  • Use forceps to pick up broken glass and discard into SHARPS container.
  • Cover spilled material with paper towels.
  • Carefully pour diluted disinfectant onto paper towels in sufficient quantity to ensure effective microbial inactivation.
  • Allow a 20-minute contact period.
  • Pick up paper towels and dispose in biohazard waste container.
  • Re-wipe spill area with disinfectant diluted to working strength.
  • Place all contaminated materials, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), into biohazard waste container and autoclave.
  • Wash hands with soap and water.

Spill of BSL3 material

  • Stop work. Alert others to evacuate laboratory immediately. Avoid inhaling airborne material.
  • Close doors to affected are;, post a sign “Do not enter.”
  • Remove contaminated clothing. Turn exposed area inwar and place in a biohazard bag (preferably in the ante-room). Decontaminate the bottom of your shoes.
  • Wash hands and other contaminated skin with soap and water.
  • Notify PI and EH&S @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
    Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456 and indicate if you need assistance.
  • Call 911 if there is an injury (when calling 911 from a cell phone, ask for ASU police except Downtown campus).
  • Do not re-enter laboratory for at least 30 minutes to allow aerosols to disperse.
  • Assemble all clean-up materials.
  • Re-enter lab and cover spill with paper towels or disposable pads. Pour diluted disinfectant onto paper towels.
  • Leave the room for 30 minutes to allow the disinfectant to inactivate the material.
  • Pick up any broken glass with forceps and dispose in SHARPS container.
  • Pick up paper towels and wipe the area again with an appropriate disinfectant.
  • Place all contaminated materials, including disposable PPE, in a biohazard bag and autoclave.
  • Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
  • Make arrangements through your PI to receive a post-exposure medical evaluation.

Spill on Body

  • Remove contaminated clothing; put it in a plastic bag and seal it.
  • Vigorously wash exposed area with soap and water for 1 minute
  • Obtain medical attention at the Campus Health by campus:
    Tempe 480.965.3349| Poly 480.727.1500 | West 602.543.8019| Downtown 602.496.0721 M-F 9am-4:30pm     or other appropriate resources.
  • Report incident to supervisor. Supervisor is responsible for notifying ASU EH&S @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
    Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456 and indicate if you need assistance.
Biosafety Risk Groups

Risk Group 1 / BSL 1

Agents that are not associated disease in healthy adult humans

Risk Group 2 / BSL 2

Agents that are associated with human disease which is rarely serious and for which preventative or therapeutic interventions are often available

Risk Group 3 / BSL 3

Agents that are associated with serious or lethal human disease for which preventative or therapeutic interventions may be available

Risk Group 4 / BSL 4

Agents that are likely to cause serious or lethal human disease for which preventative or therapeutic interventions are not usually available. None at ASU.

Additional Site Instructions

Location of the Spill Response Kit:
Location of nearest safety shower:
Location of nearest eyewash:
Location of telephone:
Location of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS):
Telephone number for PI:

Suspicious Package

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If you receive or discover a suspicious package or foreign device, do not touch it, tamper with it, or move it!!!

Immediately dial 911 to report it to Emergency Dispatch Center (ASU Police except Downtown Campus - Phoenix police)

Letter and Parcel Bomb Recognition Checklist
Inspection of Packages – Look For:

Foreign mail, air mail, and special deliveries
Restrictive markings such as "confidential" or "personal"
Excessive postage
Handwritten or poorly typed address
Incorrect titles
Misspellings of common words
Oily stains or discolorations on package
Excessive weight
Rigid, lopsided, or uneven envelopes
Protruding wires or tinfoil
Excessive tape or string
Visual distractions
No return address

Handling Suspicious Packages:

Do not open or shake it
Do not carry or show to others
Do not sniff, touch, taste
Do place on stable surface, preferable a Bio-Safety Cabinet.
Do alert others in the area
Leave the area, close doors and prevent others from entering by using signs or guarding.
Wash hands with soap and water
Create a list of persons in the room where the package was received

Natural Disaster and Inclement Weather

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Remain calm and alert; listen for information and instructions from emergency crews and/or local officials.

Earthquake

Indoors:

STAY INDOORS, do not exit building or use elevators.
TAKE COVER underneath table, desk or doorway, if possible.
STAY AWAY from all windows and large glass objects.
AVOID being underneath heavier objects such as lights, wall hangings and other items, which may fall.
HELP DIRECT people with special needs to a safe place, if necessary.
WHEELCHAIR bound individuals should lock brakes.

Outdoors:

Move to an area AWAY FROM trees, buildings, walls, and power lines.
DROP TO KNEES and get into a fetal position close your eyes and cross your arms over the back of your neck for protection.
REMAIN in position until shaking has stopped.

After Shaking Stops:

DO NOT USE cell phones, EXCEPT to report serious injuries.
ASSIST in the building evacuation of people with special needs, if safe to do so.
TUNE radios to an emergency broadcast or local radio stations for news updates and instructions.
BE PREPARED to evacuate if instructed to do so. (The decision to evacuate from campus will be based on the severity of the earthquake and damage to buildings.)
The ASU Police Department will provide instructions for immediate actions by means of door-to-door alerting, police vehicle loud speakers, fire alarms or bull-horns.
IF INSTRUCTED to evacuate, see “EVACUATION” section of this guide.
DO NOT ENTER any building that is deemed or looks UNSAFE.

Tornado

A TORNADO WATCH means that conditions are favorable for tornados and severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area.
A TORNADO WARNING is an URGENT announcement that a tornado has been reported and warns you to take immediate action to protect life and property.

Indoors:

STAY INDOORS, do not exit building or use elevators. You could be trapped in them if the power is lost. Locate an interior room.
GO directly to an enclosed, windowless area in the center of the building, corners or building support columns are best. Avoid middle of exterior walls.
STAY AWAY from all windows and large glass objects.
CROUCH DOWN and cover your head. Interior stairwells are usually good places to take shelter, and if not crowded, allow you to get to a lower level quickly.
AVOID being underneath heavier objects such as lights, wall hangings and other items, which may fall.
REMAIN INSIDE until Tornado has passed or cleared to leave.
Do not use matches or lighters, in case of leaking natural gas pipes or fuel tanks nearby.
HELP DIRECT people with special needs to a safe place, if necessary.
IF INSTRUCTED to evacuate, see “EVACUATION” section of this guide.

Outdoors:

MOVE AWAY From trees, buildings, walls, and power lines.
SEEK the lowest possible ground, i.e. ditch, small trench. Lying flat in a ditch or low-lying area may be the only thing available. Note: Never enter an opening or trench where a “Cave in or Flooding” may be possible.
STAY AWAY from power lines and puddles with wires in them, they may be “Live”.
DO NOT USE matches or lighters, in case of leaking gas pipes or fuel tanks.
REMAIN in position until “noise and high winds” have stopped.
DO NOT ENTER any building that is deemed or looks UNSAFE.
The ASU Police Department will provide instructions for immediate actions by means of door-to-door alerting, police vehicle loud speakers, fire alarms or bull-horns.

Thunderstorms & Microbursts

Indoors:

STAY INDOORS, do not exit building or use elevators. You could be trapped in them if the power is lost.
STAY AWAY from all windows and large glass objects.
CROUCH DOWN and cover your head. Interior stairwells are usually good places to take shelter, and if not crowded, allow you to get to a lower level quickly.
AVOID being underneath heavier objects such as lights, wall hangings and other items, which may fall.
REMAIN INSIDE until storm has passed or cleared to leave.
Do not use matches or lighters, in case of leaking natural gas pipes or fuel tanks nearby.
HELP DIRECT people with special needs to a safe place, if necessary.
IF INSTRUCTED to evacuate, see “EVACUATION” section of this guide.

Outdoors:

MOVE AWAY From trees, buildings, walls, and power lines.
SEEK the lowest possible ground, i.e. ditch, small trench. Lying flat in a ditch or low-lying area may be the only thing available. Note: Never enter an opening or trench where a “Cave in or Flooding” maybe possible.
STAY AWAY from power lines and puddles with wires in them, they may be “Live”.
DO NOT USE matches or lighters, in case of leaking gas pipes or fuel tanks.
REMAIN in position until “noise and high winds” have stopped.
DO NOT ENTER any building that is deemed or looks UNSAFE.
The ASU Police Department will provide instructions for immediate actions by means of door-to-door alerting, police vehicle loud speakers, fire alarms or bull-horns.

Hail

SEEK protective SHELTER immediately.
REMAIN indoors or under protective shelter until hail has stopped, usually 5-10 minutes.

Lightning

SEEK protective SHELTER immediately.
If OUTDOORS, DO NOT STAND underneath tall isolated objects. Avoid projecting above the surrounding landscape. Seek shelter in a low area under a thick growth of small trees. Open areas, SEEK LOW AREAS such as a ravine or valley.
GET OFF or AWAY from OPEN WATER as well as metal equipment or small metal vehicles such as motorcycles, bicycles, golf carts, etc. Stay away from wire fences, clotheslines, metal pipes, and rails. If you are in a group in the open, spread out, keeping people several yards apart.

REMEMBER – lightning may strike some miles from the parent cloud. If you feel your hair stand on end, lightning may be about to strike you. DROP TO YOUR KNEES and BEND FORWARD, putting your hands on your knees. Do not lie flat on the ground.

Bomb Threat

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Bomb Threat by Telephone

DO NOT HANG UP!!

Remain calm.

Take the caller seriously.
Ask a lot of questions, using the checklist below as a guide.
Have a co-worker call 911 on another line or call 911 yourself immediately after hanging up.

Bomb Threat Checklist

Ask:

When is the bomb going to explode? _________________________________________________
Where is it right now? _____________________________________________________________
What does it look like? ____________________________________________________________
What kind of bomb is it? ___________________________________________________________
What will cause it to explode? ______________________________________________________
Did you place the bomb?_______________Why?_______________________________________
What is your address? _____________________________________________________________
What is your name? ______________________________________________________________
Exact wording of threats? __________________________________________________________

Caller’s Voice:

Calm
Nasal
Slow
Raspy
Loud
Angry
Stutter
Excited Rapid
Deep
Soft
Clearing Throat
Laughter
Normal
Disguised
Distinct
Deep Breathing
Crying
Accent
Slurred
Lisp
Ragged
Cracked
Familiar

If known:

Name of caller: ____________________
Number from which call originated:______________
Male/Female:____________________Race:_________________Approx. Age:_____________________
Number at which call was received:________________________________________________________
Time:___________________ Date:______________________

Background Sounds:

Street Noises
Factory Machinery
Animal Noises
Other Voices
PA System
Static
Music
Long Distance
House
Motor
Office Machinery

Additional Comments:

Evacuation

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In advance of an emergency, contact your department head for additional emergency preparedness related documentation/information.

Always be prepared. Learn all exists and routes to help determine the nearest exit to your location and the best route to follow if evacuation is necessary.

If time permits during evacuation, and it is safe to do so, secure your workplace and take personal items.

In most emergencies, complete evacuation of the campus is not necessary. If, however, there is a major hazardous materials release, flood, or other MAJOR incident, it may be necessary to relocate all University personnel to a safer location.

Evacuation from a Building:

Walk, do not run.
Do not use elevators.
If safe to do so, assist people with special needs as indicated by that person, or direct to the nearest stairwell, and contact the ASU Police Department at 911 for assistance with location.
Gather outside at a designated staging area. There your supervisor will take roll and account for all personnel.
If you cannot return to your building, wait for instructions from the ASU Police Department or other organization in charge.

“In-Place” Evacuations:

In some instances, it is safer to evacuate “in-place” than it is to leave a building, e.g., smoke or fire is immediately outside your room, live electrical wires bar access to the exit, individuals with mobility disabilities are above or below ground floors.

If the hazard is fire or smoke, see “FIRE” section of this guide.
If the hazard causes elevators to become inoperative (fire alarm sounds).
If safe to do so, go to the nearest stairwell and tell someone who is evacuating to notify emergency personnel of your location and that you are unable to evacuate the building.
Call 911 and tell them your name, your location, that you are unable to evacuate, and why you are unable to evacuate the building. Follow directions of the 911 operator.

On-Campus Staging Areas:

In the event of a building or area evacuation, you will be notified where staging areas will be located.

Food, water, first-aid, shelter, and information will be available at designated staging areas

Medical Emergency

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All University personnel are encouraged to learn first-aid and CPR. For more information call ASU Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Call 911 From Any Campus Phone

Before proceeding with the following emergency responses on all medical emergencies!
The guidelines below are for ADULT rescue
For individuals under the age of 8, follow the dispatcher’s instructions

Start Rescue Breaths - If Victim is Not Breathing

Tilt the victim’s head back, lift the chin, pinch the nose shut
Give 2 short 1 second breaths. (Breathe into victim until chest gently rises)
Check for circulation. (Normal breathing, coughing, movement)
If there are signs of circulation, but victim is still NOT BREATHING, give one slow breath every 5 seconds (10 to 12 breaths per minute)
Re-check signs of circulation and breathing every minute. Continue rescue breathing as long as victim is not breathing or until medical assistance arrives
If there are no signs of circulation and victim is still not breathing, initiate Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Start CPR - If Victim is Not Breathing
And No Signs of Circulation

Find the notch where lower ribs meet the breastbone. Place the heel of your hand on the breastbone. Place your other hand on top of the first.
Position shoulders over hands. Compress chest 30 times (1-1/2 to 2 inches) using a smooth, even rhythm.
Give 2 short 1 second breaths.
Do five (5) more sets of (30) compressions and (2) breaths (approximately 100 compressions per minute).
Check for signs of circulation.
If there are signs of circulation, but victim is still NOT BREATHING, give one slow breath every 5 seconds (10 to 12 times per minute)
If there are no signs of circulation and victim is not breathing, continue CPR.

Use Automated External Defibrillator (AED) If Available

If the building is equipped with AEDs, retrieve the closest unit.
If lay responder(s) are trained in the use of an AED, proceed with using unit.
If lay responder(s) are not trained in the use of an AED, follow the dispatcher’s instructions.
Do not use the AED on a patient who is lying in water or on any electrically conductive surface such as wet grass.
Do not operate the AEDin a potentially explosive environment.
NOTE : The use of an AED is necessary to revive a victim of cardiac arrest. The unit is automated and will only shock when necessary.

If an AED was used, contact ASU EH&S @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Nights and weekends call the ASU Police Department.

ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Choking (Abdominal Thrusts)

Call 911.
Get behind victim; wrap your arms around the person’s waist, just above their navel.
Clasp your hands together in a double fist. PRESS IN AND UP IN QUICK THRUSTS.
Be careful not to exert pressure against the victim’s rib cage with forearms.
Repeat procedure until choking stops.
Report incident to supervisor. Supervisor is responsible for notifying ASU EHS @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Additional Site Instructions:

Location of the nearest AED:
Location of telephone:

Personal Injury

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In all "serious cases" call 911 for emergency treatment

Heart Related Illnesses

Get victim to a cool place.
Loosen tight clothing.
Apply cool, wet cloths to the skin.
Fan the victim.
If victim is conscious, give cool (not cold) water to drink.

Obtain medical attention at the Campus Health by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3349| Poly 480.727.1500 | West 602.543.8019| Downtown 602.496.0721 M-F 9am-4:30pm or other appropriate resources.

Call 911 for an ambulance, if victim refuses water, vomits, or loses consciousness.
Report incident to supervisor. Supervisor is responsible for notifying ASU EH&S @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Minor Cuts & Punctures

Vigorously wash injury with soap and water for several minutes.

Obtain medical attention at the Campus Health by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3349| Poly 480.727.1500 | West 602.543.8019| Downtown 602.496.0721 M-F 9am-4:30pm or other appropriate resources - to check tetanus status.
If IMPALED by a foreign object – DO NOT REMOVE THE OBJECT. Seek medical attention immediately.

Report incident to supervisor. Supervisor is responsible for notifying ASU EH&S @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Material Splashed in Eye

Immediately rinse eye and inner surface of eyelid with water continuously for 15 minutes.
Forcibly hold eye open to ensure effective wash behind eyelids.
Obtain medical attention at the Campus Health by campus:
Tempe 480.965.3349| Poly 480.727.1500 | West 602.543.8019| Downtown 602.496.0721 M-F 9am-4:30pm or other appropriate resources

Report incident to supervisor. Supervisor is responsible for notifying ASU EH&S @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Additional Site Instructions:

Location of First Aid Kit:
Location of nearest safety shower:
Location of nearest eyewash:
Location of telephone:

Fire

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All employees are required to attend fire safety/fire prevention training.
Register for a class at http://www.asu.edu/uagc/EHS/envirohealthsafety.htm

SEE “EVACUATION” SECTION OF THIS GUIDE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

If You Discover a Fire or See Smoke:

If building alarm is not sounding, manually activate the alarm by using a fire alarm pull station located near an exit.
Immediately exit the building.
Call 911 from the nearest safe phone or activate an emergency blue light call box.
NOTE: Dialing 911 from a cell phone may not go directly to the ASU Police Department. Give the dispatch operator your ASU cmapus and address.

If Building Fire Alarm is Activated or Someone Informs You of a Fire:

Walk to the nearest exit. DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS
If able, assist people with special needs.
Notify emergency personnel if you know or suspect someone is trapped or still inside the building.
Gather outside at a designated area away from the building and do not attempt to re-enter the building until authorized to do so by the emergency responders.

If Caught in Smoke:

Drop to hands and knees and crawl towards the nearest exit.
Stay low as smoke will rise to ceiling level.
Hold your breath as much as possible; breathe through your nose and use a filter such as a shirt or towel.

If Trapped in a Room:

Close as many doors as possible between you and the fire.
Wet and place a cloth material around or under the door to help prevent smoke from entering the room.
If room has an outside window, be prepared to signal someone outside.

Clothing on Fire: [Stop, Drop, Roll]

Roll person around on floor to smother flame.
Only drench with water if safety shower is immediately available.
Obtain medical attention. Call 911.
Report incident to supervisor. Supervisor is responsible for notifying ASU EH&S @ 480.965.1823 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nights and weekends call the ASU Police by campus
Tempe 480.965.3456|Poly 480.727.3456 or 480.727.3456 after hours| West 602.543.3456| Downtown 602.496.3456

Using a Fire Extinguisher:

Only use a fire extinguisher if the fire is very small and you have been trained to do it safely. If you can’t put out the fire, leave immediately and make sure the building alarm is activated and emergency personnel notified. TOTAL AND IMMEDIATE EVACUATION IS THE SAFEST.

Additional Site Instructions:

  • Location of designated assembly area:
  • Location of exit stairwells:
  • Location of fire extinguisher:
  • Locations of emergency pull stations:
  • Location of nearest safety shower and eyewash:
  • Location of telephone: