Emergency Procedures Quick Reference

Building Evacuation

• Exit the building during a fire alarm
• Take personal belongings
• Evacuate using the nearest unobstructed exit
• Close doors behind you
• Do not use elevators
• Move 300 feet away from building
• Do not re-enter building until authorized by emergency personnel
• Persons with disabilities on upper floors:
  • Move to stair tower. Call Security or 9-1-1 and identify location.

Fire

• Activate the nearest Fire Pull Station
• Call Security
• Inform others
• Follow building evacuation guidelines

Suspicious Object/Package

• Do not touch or disturb the object or package
• Move to a safe distance, then call Security
• If possible, keep others away from object
• Prepare to evacuate

To Report a Suspicious Person/Crime

• Call Security or use any Emergency Phone
• If you witness a crime call Police and Security immediately
• Do not ignore the behavior or delay the call
• Be attentive; identify everything known about the situation
• Do not hang up until told to by call taker
• Take only actions necessary for self defense
• If safe, stay where you are until help arrives

Active Shooter

• If possible, exit the building to a safe area
• Call 9-1-1, then Security
  
  If you cannot exit the building:
  • Go to the nearest lockable room
  • Close door, lock or block door, stay out of sight
  • Turn off lights and silence cellphones

Disruptive/Violent Behavior

• Call 9-1-1 first, then Security
• Stay calm
• Do not confront the person or block their exit
• Leave if danger is imminent

Severe Weather

• If possible, move to lowest level hallways or take cover under desk
• If safe to do so, secure vital equipment and files
• Shut off electronic equipment
• Stay away from windows
• Call Security to report injuries or damage

Medical Emergencies

• Call 9-1-1 first, then Security
• If properly trained, provide first aidAssure the injured person help is on the way
• Do not attempt to move an injured person unless necessary to prevent further injury

Crisis Intervention (Mental Health Emergency)

• Contact the Center for Wellness and Support (CWS)
  • Gloucester: 856-464-5236
  • Cumberland: 856-200-4690
• For non-emergencies, escort the student to CWS
  • Gloucester: College Center, room 210
  • Cumberland: Student & Enrollment Services Center, room 1158
• If after hours, and a student is experiencing a mental health emergency, contact Security
  • Gloucester: 856-681-6287
  • Cumberland: 856-200-4706
• Refer to AP 8601 for more information

Sexual Assault – Report to Title IX Officer

• Victims of sexual assault: Get to a safe place
• All sexual assaults are crimes — you should call Security and Police. Seek medical attention whether you make a report or not
• Before police arrive, do not shower, drink, eat or change clothes. If you are there to help, provide reassurance but refrain from touching the victim before emergency personnel arrive

Power Outage

• Call Security
• Move cautiously to lighted area
• If people are trapped in elevator:
  
  • Call Security, stay calm, use emergency phone
  • Do not attempt to exit elevator without assistance from emergency services

Chemical Hazards

• Call 9-1-1
• Do not touch substances or inhale fumes
• Move to a clear area and keep others away
• Isolate contaminated persons

  If you or someone else contacts a suspicious chemical/substance:

  • Remove contaminated clothing and seek medical attention

Gas Leaks

• Evacuate the area
• Call 9-1-1
• Do not touch the fire alarm, light switches or electrical equipment

For Emergency Announcements

• Call 856-468-5000
• Tune to KYW–TV News (CBS 3) or KYW–News Radio 1060 AM