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Emergency Procedures

CAMPUS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Public Safety Telephone Numbers:

  • Emergency 280-2911
  • Non-Emergency 280-2104

BOMB THREATS     

If you receive a bomb threat, call Public Safety immediately at 280-2911. Public Safety Officers will respond, assess the situation, and take appropriate action.

CHEMICAL SPILLS

If you encounter chemical spills, evacuate the immediate area and contact Public Safety at 280-2911. Report the chemical(s) involved, if known. While waiting for Public Safety Officers to arrive, ensure that no one enters the contaminated area.

CRIME IN PROGRESS

If you observe a suspicious person, suspicious activity, or crime in progress, contact Public Safety immediately at 280-2911 and describe the action taking place. If possible, give a complete physical description of the individual(s) involved.  Do not attempt to apprehend someone or put yourself at risk.  Public Safety Officers will respond immediately.

FIRE          

  • If smoke or flame is detected, activate a fire alarm pull station.
  • Evacuate the building.
  • Contact Public Safety at 280-2911 and provide all information requested.

During evacuation:

  • Go to the nearest exit.
  • DO NOT use the elevator.
  • Keep low to the floor if smoke is present.
  • Once outside, keep away from the building and listen for information about where to gather in the event that a census of building occupants is needed.
  • Do not re-enter until an all clear is announced by authorized staff.

When evacuation is not possible:

  • As you leave your room to enter a hallway or stairwell, feel the door knob before opening the door.  If the knob is hot, do not open the door.  Remain in the room.
  • If heat or heavy smoke prevents your evacuation, close the door and remain in your room.
  • Seal the door with wet towels.  Hang a white object (towel or sheet) out the window to attract attention.  Do not leave the window open all the way.
  • Call Public Safety at 280-2911 to report your status. Wait for help to arrive.

MEDICAL

Non-Life Threatening Situations:

  • Contact Public Safety at 280-2104 and provide all information requested.  Public Safety will provide transportation to an employee or student health facility or Creighton University Medical Center, summon a rescue squad, or provide necessary assistance.

Life Threatening Situations:

  • Contact Public Safety at 280-2911 and provide all information requested.  Public Safety will immediately summon a rescue squad and guide it to your location.  An officer will also respond directly to your location to render assistance.
  • Do not attempt to move victim unless absolutely necessary.
  • If the victim is not breathing, administer CPR if you are trained.  Use an AED if available.  Click here for locations of AED devices.

TORNADO     

Watch:  A watch is in effect when the National Weather Service reports that conditions are such that a tornado COULD develop. Turn on a radio or television to monitor further developments.  Public Safety will not provide additional information.

Warning:  Civil Defense sirens will sound when a tornado has been sighted or detected by radar.  Seek shelter immediately in the designated area of your building.  Remain in the shelter area until an all-clear has been issued on the radio or television.  Public Safety will not provide additional information.

UNIVERSITY CLOSING

Decisions to close the University due to snowstorms or other events are made by the President.  Decisions made during the workday are communicated to the Vice Presidents, who notify the departments under their supervision.  Closing information is immediately posted on the University's Weather Hotline at 280-5800.  Campus voice mail announcements are also made.  Closing decisions made overnight that involve a delayed start or all-day closing are also broadcast over local radio and television stations.

VIOLENCE ON CAMPUS

Everyone is encouraged to immediately report any instance or threat of violence to Public Safety at 280-2104, the Human Resources Department at 280-2709, or your supervisor.  Follow the same procedure if you anticipate a confrontation with another person that could possibly lead to violence.  Appropriate personnel will respond and take steps as required.