At the beginning of each semester:

1. Read the posted evacuation routes in classrooms and labs - be sure you know where emergency exits, fire alarms and fire extinguishers are located in the building.
2. Understand the class policy on assembling after the evacuation - know the location of the Assembly Area.
3. There are designated Areas of Rescue for individuals who cannot evacuate the building immediately, be sure you know the locations.

When an alarm is activated:

1. Exit the building immediately, following the posted evacuation route for your classroom go to the class Assembly Area.
2. Be sure to take books, coats and personal items with you.
3. Advise your instructor if you know of any occupants who were left in the room/building.
4. Do not re-enter the building until the all-clear signal.

Emergency Shelter-in-Place

Tornado Warning:

• Move to the bottom floor of building.
• Move to areas with no windows - corridors, bathrooms and inner classrooms.
• Assist individuals with disabilities to find the safest place possible.
• Get down and stay as close to the floor as possible - cover your head.
• Listen for the all-clear signal.
• Gunshots in the building:
• Take cover immediately.
• DO NOT go into the hallways to see what is going on.
• If you have a cell phone call 911 then Campus Police at 703.323.3111
• Evacuate to a safe area when you receive instructions from emergency personnel.

Power Outage:

• If power is not regained quickly, move to an area where there is adequate daylight or emergency lighting.
• If asked to evacuate the building by emergency personnel, exit as calmly and carefully as possible.
• Be sure your Faculty know of any individuals who need assistance to exit the building or who have gone to the Area of Rescue.
• Do not re-enter the building until the power has been restored. Listen for information regarding building/campus closing.