Santa Clara University

Evacuation Procedures

Emergency Procedures:

• When alarm sounds (or if notified by emergency personnel), proceed quickly to the nearest exit.
• Exit the building in an orderly manner.
• Report to a designated Emergency Assembly Point.

When entering a new building:

• Familiarize yourself with the evacuation procedures.
• Locate the nearest exit and fire extinguishers.
• Locate the Emergency Assembly Point for your building.
  

During an emergency:

• Evacuate immediately, upon hearing the fire alarm sounds. Fire Drills are not an exception.
• Exit the building quickly and safely, closing the door behind you.
• NEVER use the ELEVATORS – always use the stairs.
• Help others to evacuate.
• Knock on doors and check bathrooms as you leave the building.

NOTE: It is suggested that people with disabilities prepare for emergencies by learning the locations of exit corridors, stairwells, and their nearest staging areas. Also, inform co-workers, professors, and/or classmates of best methods of assistance during an emergency. Please familiarize yourself with the policy regarding Evacuations for individuals with a disability.

• Report to the designated Emergency Assembly Point for your building.
• Contact the building/safety coordinator to check in, and notify the Coordinator of any areas of immediate danger within the building.
• Do not leave until told to do so by the authorities.

Be alert:

• An alarm may be part of a crime in progress, be alert for suspicious persons or activities.
• Report any vandalism or tampering with the Fire Alarm immediately.

Evacuation Maps

In an effort to increase the safety of the campus community, the University underwent a complete evaluation in regards to fire and life safety needs. One outcome of the evaluations was the creation of new evacuation maps (PDF format).