Office of Security, Safety and Risk Management
Gas Leak / Fumes / Vapors
If you detect natural gas, fumes or vapors:
· “Call “0” from any campus phone or 911 from a cell phone or from off campus to report the situation.
· Clear the area immediately if instructed to do so by the emergency dispatcher, providing assistance to those with special needs.
· Provide your location and the location of the odor to the dispatcher.
· Provide as many details as possible to the dispatcher.
If a building or area evacuation is ordered by the emergency responders:
· Leave all ventilation systems operating unless instructed otherwise by emergency responders.
· Leave the area immediately, avoiding the use of elevators unless necessary.
· Identify those persons with special needs, and provide assistance if possible. Otherwise, provide their location to emergency responders.
· Report to your department’s designated gathering point to be accounted for.