Library Home Information Resources Library Catalog WorldCat Local Catalogs Journals, magazines, newspapers Databases General Reference Resources by Subject Government Resources Special Collections Research Assistance Guides & Tutorials Classes, workshops, tours Contact Subject Librarian Request Library Instruction Request Research Consultation Ask-a-Librarian Idea Generator Start Your Research Here StarQuest Library Services Reserves Interlibrary Loan Borrowing Privileges Renew an Item Printing Information Photocopy Information Services for Faculty Disability Services Distance Learning Services Digital Services Center About the Libraries Highlights & Events Library Publications Hours Calendar Directions Parking Information Library Floorplans Staff Directory Library Departments Policies & Procedures Employment Opportunities

Policies & Procedures

Emergency Evacuation Procedures

When the fire alarms sound in the library building:

• The building is to be evacuated as quickly and safely as possible.
• Patrons will exit through the emergency stairways on the four corners of the building. The front and back stairways are not considered emergency exits. However if people do use those steps to exit, they are not to be stopped. People should also be directed out the front door if that is the closest exit.
• Handicapped patrons should be directed to go into the stairwells of the emergency exits and then security or police should be alerted to their location for assistance.
• Police and/or security will advise staff when it is safe to return to the building.

January 2003