"Smithsonian Institution Staff Disaster Preparedness
Procedures"
Prepared by SI Office of Risk Management, October 1992, revised,
October 1993
Introduction
This handbook provides a brief overview of the types of disasters posing a potential threat to
staff. NOTE: This handbook does not contain emergency procedures for cultural items. These
emergency procedures are intended to assist individuals in understanding what to expect and what
to do initially. The information in this booklet is provided primarily as guidance in the event a
disaster occurs at work. However, these same procedures can be applied to situations at home
and when traveling.
Should an emergency occur, evacuation of the facility may be
necessary. Evacuation routes for facilities should be displayed
throughout staff work areas. All personnel should study these
procedures carefully.
Emergency Telephone Numbers