In Case of Emergency

Safety Committee
In Case of Emergency

Download the “In Case of Emergency” poster for your building

Public Safety is the first contact and first responder for campus emergencies. Dial -3666, or 507-786-3666.

In the case of a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 (from any campus or personal phone).

“St. Olaf Emergency Preparedness” web page

FIND SHELTER

If indoors, go to lowest indoor space away from windows and glass. Crouch near the floor or under heavy, well-supported objects and cover your head.
If outdoors, move inside a sturdy structure or lie down in a low area such as a ditch and cover your head. Be very aware of flying debris.

CALL 911 FIRST

If illness or injury is serious, do not move the person.
Send someone to meet emergency personnel outside and direct them to the person’s location.

CALL 911 FIRST (IF POSSIBLE)
RUN, HIDE, FIGHT

Evacuate if if it can be done safely.
If you can’t evacuate, shelter in place.
Block entry to your hiding place and lock the door, turn off lights, silence phones, and remain quiet.

CALL PUBLIC SAFETY FIRST

If danger is indoors: evacuate the area/building.
If danger is outdoors: go inside and shelter in place.
Alert others to stay clear of the area.
Notify emergency personnel if you have been exposed or have information about the release.

CALL PUBLIC SAFETY FIRST

Do not touch, disturb or confront person or object.
Note the person or object’s physical appearance and/or activity.

CALL 911 FIRST

Stay clear of affected area.
Watch out for falling debris.
If you become trapped, tap on a wall or pipe to alert rescuers.