FIRE PROCEDURES
If you discover or suspect a fire:
• Sound the fire alarm.
• Call Public Safety at ext. 2222.
• Do not place yourself at risk by trying to put out the fire.
• Evacuate the building to designated area.
FIRE DRILL PROCEDURES
• Treat each alarm as if it were an actual emergency and leave the area as quickly and calmly as possible.
• Dress as appropriately as possible.
• Evacuate the building to a designated area.
• Only return to the building after an “all clear” signal is given, with the approval of the Fire Department, Public Safety or Residence Life.
ROLES
Public Safety
• Notify all patrols of the Fire Alarm.
• Call Milton PD and identify the situation.
• Notify the RD on duty.
• Open the appropriate gates for the Milton FD.
• Make sure all the fire lanes are clear.
• Meet Milton FD at the front of the building.
• Have keys available for Milton FD.
• Send notification in Curry College Public Safety database.
• Notify the on call electrician to reset the alarm.
Residence Life-Residence Halls
• Evacuate the students in an orderly fashion.
• Close doors.
• Report to the designated area.
• Identify and assist all students with physical disabilities.
• Check rooms to make sure all occupants are out of the building, once cleared by Public Safety or Milton FD.
• Assist Public Safety and Milton FD as requested.
Faculty & Staff - Administrative Buildings
• Evacuate the students in an orderly fashion.
• Check rooms to make sure all occupants are out of the building until Milton FD arrives.
Buildings & Grounds
• Respond to the scene and assist Public Safety, if requested.
• Electrician responds to reset the alarm.
INTRUDER / SUSPICIOUS PERSON / HOSTAGE
PROCEDURES
• The staff member who spots the intruder will ask if assistance is needed.
• Communicate in a non-threatening manner.
• Ask for identification.
• If the intruder refuses to identify themselves – call Public Safety at ext. 2222.
• If the intruder is in possession of a weapon, notify Public Safety at ext. 2222 and give a description and location.
• If the intruder is in a classroom, the faculty member will seek assistance from Public Safety ext. 2222.
• Public Safety will assess the situation.
• All media inquiries should be referred to the Director of Communications ext. 2970.
IF A HOSTAGE SITUATION DEVELOPS, USE THESE ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES
• Call Public Safety immediately at ext. 2222. Gather all facts regarding the situation.
• Keep notes on the times and any communication from the hostage taker and other witness information.
• No one should initiate communication with the hostage taker.
• If communication becomes necessary, restrict it to one person until law enforcement takes over.
• Follow all orders given by law enforcement.
ROLES
Public Safety
• Alert all officers on patrol.
• Make appropriate log entries.
• Call Milton PD/State Police-Milton.
• Meet first responder at entrance to campus.
• Have keys and building plans available for the first responder.
• Notify Dean of Students at ext. 2124.
• Activate Curry College Alert system.
Residence Life – Residence Halls
• Lock all doors, and await further instructions.
• Move away from the windows and doors and turn off lights.
• Keep students calm and quiet.
• No one, for any reason, is allowed to leave their rooms.
• Place one of the signs from this manual on an exterior window.
• The RED – NEED HELP - means that a life threatening condition exists.
• Do not allow anyone into the Residence Halls, except law enforcement.
Faculty & Staff - Administration Buildings
• Follow procedures for Residence Halls as stated above.
• Do not allow anyone to leave or enter the classroom.
Buildings & Grounds
• Respond to scene to assist, if requested.
STAY IN PLACE / LOCKDOWN - ACTIVE SHOOTER
PROCEDURES
• If Public Safety alerts the campus to Stay in Place, all faculty, staff and students are to stay in place. If there is an Active Shooter in the same building you are in, exit the building immediately. If the Active Shooter is in another building or on campus grounds STAY IN PLACE - call Public Safety at ext. 2222 - also advise of any persons injured. Public Safety will activate the Curry College Alert System.
Hostile Intruder(s) on the Grounds of the College
When a hostile person(s) is actively causing death or serious physical injury or the threat of imminent death or serious physical injury to person(s) on the campus, we recommend the following procedures be implemented:
• Run away from the threat if you can, as fast as you can.
• Contact Public Safety at ext. 2222 if possible or dial 911 on a cell phone.
• Do not run in a straight line.
• Keep vehicles, bushes, trees, and anything that could possibly block your view from the hostile person(s) while you are running.
• If you can, get away from the immediate area of danger. Summon help and warn others.
• If you decide to hide, take into consideration the area in which you are hiding. Will I be found here? Is this really a good spot to remain hidden?
• If the person(s) is causing death or serious physical injury to others and you are unable to run or hide you may choose to play dead if other victims are around you.
• The last option you have if caught in an open area outside may be to fight back. This is dangerous, but depending on your situation, this could be your last option.
• If you are caught by the intruder and you are not going to fight back, do not look the intruder in the eyes, and obey all commands. Do not appear to pose a challenge—be submissive.
• Once the police arrive, obey all commands. This may involve being handcuffed or made to put your hands in the air. This is done for safety reasons, and once circumstances are evaluated by the police, they will give you further directions to follow.
This training guide cannot cover every possible situation that might occur but it is a training tool that can reduce the number of injuries or death if put into action as soon as a situation develops. Time is the most important factor in the optimal management of these types of situations.
Hostile Intruder in a Non-Residence Hall Building
When a hostile person(s) is actively causing death or serious bodily injury or the threat of imminent death or serious bodily injury to person(s) within a building, we recommend the following procedures be implemented.
While the guide refers primarily to academic buildings, it should be stated that these procedures are also relevant to administrative buildings and other common buildings on the campus.
• Faculty should immediately lock the students and themselves in the classroom if possible. Cover any windows or openings that have a direct line of sight into the hallway.
• If communication is available, call ext. 2222.
• Do not sound the fire alarm. A fire alarm would signal the occupants to evacuate the building and thus place them in potential harm as they attempt to exit.
• Lock the windows and close blinds or curtains.
• Stay away from the windows.
• Turn off lights and all audio equipment.
• Try to remain as calm as possible.
• Keep everyone together.
• Keep classrooms secure until police arrive and give you directions.
• If you are not in a classroom, try to get to a classroom or an office.
• Stay out of open areas and be as quiet as possible.
• If for some reason you are caught in an open area such as a hallway or lounge, you must decide what you are going to do. This is a very crucial time and it can possibly mean life or death.
• You can try to hide, but make sure it is a well-hidden space or you may be found as the intruder moves through the building looking for victims.
• If you think you can safely make it out of the building by running, do so. If you decide to run, do not run in a straight line. Attempt to keep objects such as, desks, cabinets, fixtures, etc. between you and the hostile person(s). Once outside, do not run in a straight line. Use trees, vehicles, and other objects to block you from the view of intruders.
• If the person(s) are causing death or serious physical injury to others and you are unable to run or hide, you may choose to play dead if other victims are around you.
• Your last option if you are caught in an open area in a building may be to fight back. This is dangeous, but depending on your situation, this could be your last option.
• If you are caught by the intruder and are not going to fight back, obey all commands and do not look the intruder in the eyes.
• Once the police arrive, obey all commands. This may involve your being handcuffed, or keeping your hands in the air. This is done for safety reasons, and once circumstances are evaluated by the police, they will give you further directions to follow.
Hostile Intruder(s) in a Residence Hall
When a hostile person(s) is actively causing deadly harm or the imminent threat of deadly harm within the residence hall, we recommend the following procedures be implemented.
• Lock yourself in your room.
• If communication is available, call ext. 2222.
• If away from your room, join others in a room that can be locked.
• Do not stay in the open hall.
• Do not sound the fire alarm. A fire alarm would signal the occupants in the rooms to evacuate the building and thus place them in potential harm as they attempt to exit.
• Barricade yourself in your room with desks, beds, or anything you can push against the door.
• Lock your window and close blinds or curtains.
• Stay away from the window.
• Turn all lights and audio equipment off.
• Try to stay calm and be as quiet as possible.
• If you are caught in the open such as hallways and lounge areas, you must decide what you are going to do. This is a very crucial time and can possibly mean life or death depending on your actions.
You can try to hide, but make sure it is a well-hidden space or you may be found as the intruder moves through the dorm looking for more victims.
If you think you can safely make it out of the building by running, do so. If you decide to run, do not run in a straight line. Keep any objects you can between you and the hostile person (s) while in the building. Once outside, do not run in a straight line.
If the person(s) are causing death or serious physical injury to others and you are unable to run or hide, you may choose to play dead if other victims are around you.
The last option you have if caught in an open area in the dorm maybe to fight back. This is dangerous, but depending on your situation, this could be your last option.
If you are caught by the intruder and are not going to fight back, obey all commands and do not look the intruder in the eyes.
Once the police arrive, obey all commands. This may involve your being handcuffed or made to put your hands in the air. This is done for safety reasons, and once circumstances are evaluated by the police, they will give you further directions to follow.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
PROCEDURES
Identify the potential threat to the College. If a transport vehicle is involved, look for the insignia or the chemical codes of the potential health threats. When reporting the incident, report the type of hazardous threat, if you know it.
• Call ext. 2222 to report the incident and to provide appropriate details of the incident, including fire, fumes or other unusual conditions.
• Report important information to the emergency responders, such as color and hazard symbol that was on the vehicle or container.
• Take steps to protect lives.
• Call Public Safety at ext. 2222.
• Make a decision with Milton Police & Fire Department whether to set up a shelter in place or evacuate the College Building and/or campus.
• All media inquiries should be referred to the Director of Communications ext. 2970.
ROLES
Public Safety
• Alert patrols.
• Make appropriate log entries.
• Meet first responder at front of campus or nearest gate.
• Have keys and building plans available for the first responder.
• Notify Dean of Students ext. 2124.
• Activate Curry College Alert system.
Residence Life / Faculty & Staff
• Keep the students calm and quiet.
• Evacuate, if directed, to a safe zone.
• Report any missing student, if known.
Buildings & Grounds
• Respond to scene to assist.
• Provide any assistance deemed appropriate.
BOMB THREAT BY TELEPHONE
QUESTIONS TO ASK
• When is the bomb going to explode?
• Where is it right now?
• What does it look like?
• What kind of bomb is it?
• What will cause it to explode?
• Did you place the bomb?
• Why?
• What is your name?
Threat Language
Well-spoken Incoherent
Foul Message on paper
Irrational
Caller’s Voice
Calm Nasal Angry
Excited Lisp Slow
Raspy Rapid Deep
Soft Loud Clearing throat
Cry Whispering Cracking voice
Normal Disguised Deep breathing
Accent Slurred Familiar
Distinct
Background Noises
Quiet Bedlam Office machine
Voices Animals Factory machine
Music Airplanes Cellular phone
Radios Party Street traffic
Static PA system
BOMB OR BOMB THREAT
RECEIVING A BOMB THREAT
• Remain calm and professional.
• Attempt to determine the location and detonation time of the alleged bomb.
• Keep caller on the line for as long as possible and try to determine the reason for the placement of the alleged bomb.
Procedures
• Call Public Safety ext. 2222.
• Wait for decision on whether to stay in place or evacuate.
• If evacuation is ordered, staff should look for unusual devices and listen for suspicious noises.
• Report suspicious items to the Public Safety officer at the front of the building.
• Faculty and Staff personnel will look for items that may be out of place will search the building.
• Stay in your designated areas until you are told it is safe to return to the building.
• All media inquiries should be referred to the Director of Communications at ext. 2970.
• Do not use radios, cell phones, pagers, Nextels or microwaves during a bomb threat.
If a bomb explodes, use these additional procedures
• Determine the location and extent of the explosion.
• Call ext. 2222 and provide details.
• Assist with any wounded or injured.
• Secure the area until authorities arrive.
• If an explosion occurs prior to an evacuation, students should seek cover and cover their heads. Stay in this position until the flying debris ceases.
ROLES
Public Safety
• Notify Milton PD & State Police.
• Alert patrols.
• Never rule out the possibility of a second device.
• Make appropriate log entries.
• Keep people at least 300 feet from the building.
• Meet first responder at front of building.
• Have keys and building plans available for the first responder.
• Notify Dean of Students at ext. 2124.
Residence Life / Faculty & Staff
• Evacuate the building if ordered.
• Look for any unusual or suspicious items in the classroom and building while exiting.
• Keep the students calm and quiet.
• Report any missing students.
• If you are unable to evacuate, get students on the floor and under a desk. Students should cover their heads with their hands.
• Use RED and GREEN signs.
Buildings & Grounds
• Respond to scene to assist.
• Shut gas off.
Health Center
• Assist with any wounded and injured.
ACCIDENT / SERIOUS INJURY / ILLNESS OR ALLERGIC REACTION
Procedures
• Call Public Safety at ext. 2222 if the incident is life threatening and stay with the affected person.
• Call the Health Center at ext. 2182 if transporting to Health Services otherwise Health Services will be notified by e-mail of hospital transport.
• Administer first aid. Handle bodily fluids appropriately.
• Send medical information to the hospital with the patient.
• Inform the staff and students as needed. Restore calm and move everyone away from the scene.
• Complete an accident form and document.
• If a criminal act has caused injuries, determine who was involved, identify witnesses, and remove them to secure area.
• Keep the scene secure. Do not disturb possible evidence.
• Follow up with student involved to offer services if needed.
ROLES
Public Safety
• Call Milton PD and request Fallon Ambulance.
• First cruiser responds to scene to provide first aid.
• Make appropriate log entries.
• Open closest gate to the scene for First Responders.
• File a report.
• Notify Residence Life.
• Public Safety will transport to the Health Clinic if requested.
Faculty & Staff
• Stay with students, and provide assistance.
• Call Public Safety at ext. 2222.
• Assist with first aid.
Buildings & Grounds / Housekeeping
• Respond to scene to assist and to clean up bodily fluids, if necessary.
EVACUATION
PROCEDURES
Curry College community evacuates a designated building due to circumstances that that would designate staying in place to be considered dangerous.
ROLES
President
Authorizes the evacuation, in consultation with the Emergency Response Group (ERG), Milton PD & FD.
Public Safety
Notifies:
• Dean of Students/Residence Life ext. 2252 or the on call RD
• Buildings & Grounds ext. 2228
• Health Center ext. 2182
• Switchboard 0
• Tech Center ext. 2911
• Public Relations ext. 2970
• CECC ext. 2341
• Broadcast message on voice mail and Snow Line advising evacuation.
Chief Greeley at ext. 2159 – Lee Harrington at ext. 2397 to activate.
• Broadcast message on email advising evacuation.
• Activate Curry College Alert system.
Switchboard
• Switchboard remains open during the evacuation.
• Tech Center will supplement the switchboard operator for the anticipation of excessive calls for information.
CPR
STANDARD CPR FOR ADULTS
1. Check the Victim for Unresponsiveness.
2. If There is No Response, Call ext. 2222 and Then Return to the Person.
3. Tilt Head, Lift Chin.
4. Check Breathing.
• Position the person flat on their back.
• Kneel by their side and place one hand on the forehead and the other under the chin.
• Tilt the head back and lift the chin until teeth almost touch.
• Look and listen for breathing.
5. Give 2 Breaths
• If not breathing normally, pinch the nose and cover the mouth with yours.
• Give two full breaths. The person's chest will rise if you are giving enough air.
6. Check Pulse
• Put the fingertips of your hand on the Adam's apple, slide them into the groove next to the windpipe.
• Feel for a pulse.
• If you can not feel a pulse or are unsure, move on to the next step.
7. Position Hands
• Position your hands in the center of the chest between the nipples.
• Place one hand on top of the other.
8. Pump 30 Times
• Push down firmly two inches.
• Push on chest 30 times.
• Continue with two breaths and 30 pumps until help arrives.
CPR FOR INFANTS
1. Check for Response.
• Shout and gently tap the child on the shoulder and check breathing.
2. Call for Help.
• Shout for help.
• Send someone to call ext. 2222.
3. Open the Airway.
• Open the airway using a head tilt lifting the chin.
• Do not tilt the head too far back.
4. Give 2 Gentle Breaths
• If the baby is NOT breathing give 2 small gentle breaths.
• Cover the baby’s mouth and nose with your mouth.
• Each breath should be 1.5 to 2 seconds long. You should see should see the baby’s chest rise with each breath.
5. Give 30 Compressions
• Give 30 gentle chest compressions at the rate of 100 per minute.
• Position your 3rd and 4th fingers inn the center of the chest 1/2 an inch below the nipples.
• Press down only 1/2 to 1 inches.
6. Repeat
• Repeat with 2 breath and 30 compressions.
• After one minute of repeated cycles call ext. 2222 and continue giving breaths and compressions.