4. Assist the disabled in exiting the building! Remember, smoke is the greatest danger in a fire, so stay near the floor where the air is less toxic. 5. Assemble in groups by classes at least 50 yards away in designated safe locations. Safe locations are predetermined by each instructor. Once assembled, the instructor will call roll and report any missing students to the administrator on the scene. Students must remain clear of fire lanes, hydrants, and walkways for emergency vehicles and crews. 6. Do not return to an evacuated building unless instructed to do so by the Campus Police, Security Officer or designee. It is the policy of the college to evacuate only the building(s) that contain the fire. When the fire department arrives, the fireman in command will order the evacuation of additional buildings should it become necessary. If trapped in a building during a fire and a window is available, place an article of clothing outside the window as a marker for rescue crews. If there is no window, stay near the floor where the air will be less toxic. Shout at regular intervals to alert emergency crews of your location. REMAIN CALM!
personnel (i.e., fire department and police) to check these areas for individuals with disabilities and/or injured persons. Individuals with disabilities should be escorted to the closest stairwell, and a staff member should remain with that person until emergency personnel arrive.
Inclement Weather
Policy Statement The safety and well-being of students and employees are primary considerations during inclement weather. The college has an established procedure to be followed during adverse weather conditions. However, weather, road conditions, and power outages tend to vary within the college's service area. Accordingly, the final decision to travel during adverse weather conditions when the college remains open must be made by the individual college employee or student. The Campus Police/Security officer on duty will observe and monitor weather conditions at the college and contact the appropriate college officials if conditions become inclement.
Authorization to Close the College
Tornado Evacuation Procedures
The President of the college is the only person authorized to close the college. During his absence, this authority is transmitted to the Vice President or designee. The Evening Coordinator has the responsibility for dismissing evening classes early after receiving approval from the President or Vice President. Should it be necessary to close classes during the day, night classes will also be canceled unless otherwise directed.
The college will utilize the E-Warn notification system as the primary source of information regarding dangerous weather conditions. This system notifies selected administrators via e-mail and radio as dangerous weather conditions develop. However, close attention should be paid to the Emergency Management sirens, which are sounded for severe weather warnings or other emergencies that require shelter. The college operator, Campus Police/Security Officer, or administrator will alert the faculty and staff, visitors, etc., in the event of a tornado warning. Should it be necessary to evacuate some areas of the campus, a verbal command will be issued, and students and employees will move to the identified shelter areas. Students and instructors should proceed to these areas in groups and remain in groups until instructed to return to classes by a college administrator. Everyone should be familiar with the Emergency Evacuation Procedures and safe locations within each department/ building. Remember, a safe location is the predetermined area decided upon by the instructor. If unaware of the predetermined area, get as far away from the affected building as possible. For persons with disabilities, the landings inside of each stairwell and protected elevator lobbies are considered safe areas. It is routine procedure for emergency
Instructional Days Missed Due to College Closing
The college attempts to design the annual calendar with professional development days at the end of the spring semester/ term to be used to make-up instructional (class) days lost when the college is closed due to inclement weather. Because a specific number of instructional (class) days are required each semester/term, accounting for class days lost due to inclement weather must be documented. In the event that class days are lost due to inclement weather, it will be necessary for the college calendar to be revised to account for those days. Students will be notified of changes to the calendar and are expected to attend classes as scheduled.
Notification Procedures
As travel advisories are issued, a decision to implement the Inclement Weather Plan will be made. The plan includes notification of all major radio and television stations in the area. The Cougar Alert Emergency Notification System will be activated to provide specific information. If a student is uncertain of the status of the college (open or closed), he/she should call the college for current information.
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