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Utility Failure
In the event of a power outage in your area: 1. Remain calm. 2. Remain where you are and open all available blind/shades/curtains to receive more outside light. 3. If you are in an unlighted area, go cautiously to an area that has emergency lights. 4. If telephones are working, call and report the outage. 5. Wait for further instructions from the authorities. 6. If directed to evacuate, assist disabled persons and go to the Assembly Area. 7. If you are in an elevator, stay calm. Use the intercom or emergency button to alert Security or other persons. In the event of a water line/sewer failure: 1. Remain calm. 2. Notify utility immediately. Advise them of the severi- ty and location of the problem. Indicate if any ob- jects are in imminent danger. 3. If during work hours, notify your supervisor of the situation. 4. Use extreme caution if any electrical appliances/- outlets are near the water. Inform Security of the electrical hazard. 5. If the source of the water is known and you are confi- dent you can stop it safely, (i.e., unclog the drain, turn off water), do so cautiously. 6. Assist with protecting objects. 7. If directed to evacuate, assist disabled persons and go to the Assembly Area. Wait for further instructions. |
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