{"id":35,"date":"2025-09-02T11:59:31","date_gmt":"2025-09-02T18:59:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spokane.wsu.edu\/campus-security\/?page_id=35"},"modified":"2025-09-22T09:58:04","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T16:58:04","slug":"emergency-procedures","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/spokane.wsu.edu\/campus-security\/emergency-procedures\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Procedures"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wsu-decorator  wsu-zindex--level-0 wsu-decorator--style-triangle-gray-right\" style=\"bottom:0;left:50%\"><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Disasters can happen any time, any place, but prior planning for a wide range of emergencies will give you the tools to act quickly and decisively when seconds matter. This website contains a summary of emergency situations that could occur on the WSU Spokane campus.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-note  wsu-note--size-default\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"wsu-note__icon wsu-icon wsu-i-warning-caution\" aria-label=\"Icon label\"><\/i>\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-note__title\">\n\t\t\tEmergency Phone Numbers\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\n\n<ul>\n<li>First Responders (Police, Fire &amp; Paramedics) \u2013 <a href=\"tel:911\">911<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Campus Security \u2013 <a href=\"tel:509-358-7995\">509-358-7995<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crime Check \u2013 <a href=\"tel:509-456-2233\">509-456-2233<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of emergency, <strong>call 911<\/strong>, then call Campus Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-heading--style-marked\">WSU Emergency Response Procedures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to prepare for an incident is by creating a personal safety plan. Consider including the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Identify exits and safe routes<\/strong> \u2013 know at least two ways out of classrooms, offices, and common areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose a meeting location<\/strong> \u2013 designate a spot where you and others can reconnect after evacuating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay informed<\/strong> \u2013 sign up for <a href=\"https:\/\/spokane.wsu.edu\/alert\/\">campus alerts<\/a> and know how notifications will be delivered.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Review emergency resources<\/strong> \u2013 familiarize yourself with evacuation maps, shelter locations, and safety equipment on campus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plan communication<\/strong> \u2013 know who you will contact during an emergency and have their information readily available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By planning ahead, you\u2019ll be better prepared to respond quickly and help keep the campus community safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Emergency Incidents &amp; Responses &nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/lockdown\/\">Lockdown<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the highest level of facility and perimeter security. During a total lockdown, all perimeter doors are secured, and no one is allowed to enter the facility. In the event of an incident requiring lockdown, you will be notified by emergency personnel or through an <a href=\"https:\/\/spokane.wsu.edu\/alert\/\">emergency alert.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/shelter-in-place\/\">Shelter in Place<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Shelter in place is initiated if it is unsafe to go outdoors, but it is safe to remain inside the building. Emergency management will inform campus personnel to shelter-in-place in the event of extreme weather, natural disasters, or hazardous material releases. You will be directed to shelter in place via a campus alert, emergency response personnel or a university official.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/inclement-weather\/\">Inclement Weather<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Severe weather conditions, including thunderstorms, high winds, and flooding, can impact campus operations. Be aware of and mindful of weather advisories and how to prepare appropriately for the incoming inclement weather. Changes to operations are communicated via the campus alert system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/utility-problem\/\">Utility Problem<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In the event of a suspected gas leak or power outage during business hours, notify Facilities Operations at <a href=\"tel:509-358-7994\">509-358-7994<\/a>. Utility issues after hours or on weekends can be directed to Campus Security. For power outages, some facilities have backup generators that allow emergency lights and essential systems to continue running. Be prepared to evacuate if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Types of Incidents&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/active-threat\/\">Active Threat\/Armed Intruder<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If an armed intruder comes to campus, it is critical that faculty, staff, and students report it immediately and take protective actions. If you are in a classroom or office and you hear gunshots, do not move toward the sounds of possible gunfire. Move away from the area and seek shelter, avoid parking lots, and open areas.&nbsp;Lock your door and close blinds. Report what you are hearing to 911.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/bomb-threat\/\">Bomb Threat\/Suspicious Objects<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you receive a bomb threat via phone, alert a co-worker to call 911 and Campus Security at <a href=\"tel:509-358-7995\">509-358-7995<\/a> while you are on the phone with the caller. Try to obtain as much information as you can about the nature of the bomb threat (locations, time, etc.) to assist emergency response personnel. Suspicious objects should be reported to Campus Security at <a href=\"tel:509-358-7995\">509-358-7995<\/a>. Do not touch the object and keep others away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/duplicated-hazardous-material\/\">Hazardous Materials Accidents\/Release<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If a chemical spill occurs, move away from the incident. Notify your supervisor or call Campus Security at <a href=\"tel:509-358-7995\">509-358-7995<\/a>. Lab supervisors must have a hazardous materials accident\/release procedure in place to manage incidents effectively. Supervisors are to notify Environmental Health and Safety (EH&amp;S) of any spill at <a href=\"tel:509-358-7994\">509-358-7994<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/fire-explosion\/\">Fire\/Explosion<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In the event of a fire, activate the building fire alarm system, call 911, and Campus Security at <a href=\"tel:509-358-7995\">509-358-7995<\/a>. Never allow the fire to come between you and the exit. Exit the building by a safe evacuation route. Avoid using the elevators. Once outside the building, individuals should assemble at their designated Emergency Assembly Location.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-cta \" >\n\t<a \t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/oem.wsu.edu\/\"\t\n\t\tclass=\"wsu-button \">\n\t\t\t\n\t\tSee full list of incidents and procedures on OEM website\t\t\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Disasters can happen any time, any place, but prior planning for a wide range of emergencies will give you the tools to act quickly and decisively when seconds matter. This website contains a summary of emergency situations that could occur on the WSU Spokane campus. In case of emergency, call 911, then call Campus Security. 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