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Utility Failure

  • In the event of a major utility failure occurring during regular business hours, immediately notify the Physical Plant Department at extension 6227.
  • If there is potential danger to the building occupants, or if the utility failure occurs after hours, weekends and holidays, notify Campus Police at extension 6300 (after hours at (918-533-1243).
  • ASSIST THE HANDICAPPED IN EXITING THE BUILDING! DO NOT USE ELEVATORS IN CASE OF FIRE.
  • Once outside, move to a clear area away from the affected building. Keep the walkways clear for emergency vehicles.
  • DO NOT RETURN TO AN EVACUATED BUILDING unless directed to do so by Campus Police.
Electrical Light Failure

Your building may not be equipped with an emergency light system that will provide illumination in corridors and stairs for safe exiting. Therefore, it is advisable that your department have flashlights available.

Elevator Failure

If you are trapped in an elevator, use the emergency phone in the elevator to notify Campus Police. If the elevator does not have an emergency phone, turn on the emergency alarm (located on the front panel), which will signal your need for help.

Plumbing Failure/Flooding

Stop using all electrical equipment. Notify the Physical Plant Department at 6227 (during business hours). If necessary, vacate the area.

Serious Gas Leak

Cease all operations. DO NOT SWITCH ON LIGHTS or ANY ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.

REMEMBER – Electrical arcing can trigger an explosion! Notify Campus Police at extension 6300 (after hours at (918-533-1243) and Physical Plant Services at extension 6227 (during regular business hours). Vacate the area.

Steam Line Failure

Immediately notify Physical Plant Services at extension 6227 (during regular business hours). If necessary, vacate the area.

Ventilation Problem

If smoke or odors come from the ventilation system, immediately notify Physical Plant Services at extension 6227 (during regular business hours; after hours contact the on duty Campus Police Officer at (918-533-1243.) If necessary, stop all operations and vacate the area.

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