Emergency Procedures Quick Reference
FIRE – In case of fire or when the fire alarm sounds:
- Evacuate the building immediately
- Do not use the elevators
- Assist those with mobility problems
- Contact University Police at (936) 294-1000 (4-1000 on campus)
- Report to supervisor at the designated site
- Do not re-enter the building until instructed
SEVERE WEATHER:
- Stay away from windows
- Take immediate shelter
- Monitor local radio and television stations
- Today @ Sam or Katsafe link on the homepage or shsu.edu/katsafe/
- Contact University Police at (936) 294-1000 (4-1000 on campus)
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES:
- Contact University Police at (936) 294-1000 (4-1000 on campus)
- Provide your name, location, number injured and description of injuries
- Stay on the phone for instructions on what to do
DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR:
- Contact University Police at (936) 294-1000 (4-1000 on campus)
- Give your name, location, what is happening and number of people involved
(shooters/victims) if known - If possible, exit the building or area immediately
- If exit is impossible, get to a room, lock or barricade the door, keep quiet, remain
in place until all clear is given by law enforcement officials
BOMB THREATS/SUSPICIOUS ITEMS:
- Pay close attention to the exact words the caller is using, document the call
- Contact University Police at (936) 294-1000 (4-1000 on campus
- Student 91 Guidelines
- Do not touch or handle suspicious items or packages
- Keep others away from area
- Notify your supervisor
HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS:
- Contact University Police at (936) 294-1000 (4-1000 on campus)
- Provide information on type and size of spill (if known)
- Evacuate the immediate area and building as directed
- Get decontamination instructions from authorities
- Do not re-enter area until all clear is given