Emergency procedures
What to do in an emergency
In any type of emergency, call Public Safety at 971-722-4444 or dial 911 and follow the instructions given by officials.
View the emergency procedures poster
Evacuation
Evacuations are needed when an imminent threat has been reported inside the building.
Examples: Fire, utility disruption, bomb threat, etc.
Procedures
Exit the building and proceed quickly and safely to the nearest Safe Assembly Area (SAA).
If you cannot evacuate, proceed to the nearest, preferably enclosed, stairwell (Evacuation Assistance Area) and wait for assistance.
Take personal items with you if you can do so safely.
Lockout/shelter-in-place
Lockouts are needed when a potentially dangerous situation has been reported outside the building.
Examples: Hazmat incident, nearby police activity, etc.
Procedures
Academic instruction and college business may continue, however, stay inside and remain alert.
If safe to do so, immediately close all doors and windows. Next, stay away from them to protect yourself from the potential threat.
Please note: if you exit the building you will not be able to re-enter.
Lockdown
An active threat has been reported somewhere on or near campus (this is necessary to reduce personnel exposure).
Examples: Active Shooter, hostile events, etc.
Procedures
Take immediate shelter in rooms and workspaces that can be secured.
If possible, close the window blinds.
Stay away from windows and doors.
Active threat
An active assailant/hostile person has been reported somewhere on campus.
Examples: Active Shooter, hostile events, etc.
Procedures
Depending on the situation and your proximity to the assailant you should Run, Hide, or Fight.
Run only if there is a clear path to safety. Exterior doors will lock automatically so once you exit the building you will not be able to re-enter.
Hide in an area where you are well protected and out of sight. Lock internal doors without access control manually, turn off the lights, keep quiet, and silence cell phones.
Fight for your safety as a last resort.