University of the Pacific

Emergency Procedures

In the event of an emergency, please call the Department of Public Safety at x 63911 or 209.946.3911 from a non-campus phone. The following is a list of other emergency procedures.

Bomb Threat

Bomb threats are treated as a serious threat. Upon notification, evacuate the building and turn off all cell phones and pagers. Follow evacuation procedures as listed below.

Earthquake

In the event of an earthquake, stand well away from the windows and position your self under a desk, table or something of sturdy construction. If the quake has been severe enough to cause structural damage, evacuate the building, following evacuation instructions as listed below.

Fire Safety

Should the alarm sound from a fire and/or smoke detector, immediately notify the Department of Public Safety at x63911 giving the exact location of the fire. Press the emergency door and/or pull the wall alarm and then evacuate the building as following the instructions listed below.

Medical Emergency

Should you come upon someone in need of medical assistance, do not attempt to move the person. Call Public Safety for Immediate Assistance at X-63911 or 209.946.3911. If you are unsure of the person’s well being, call Public Safety immediately.

Building Evacuation

In the event you must evacuate a building, please abide by the following:

  • You must treat every alarm as if it is signaling an actual fire. You must evacuate the building in a timely manner.
  • Feel your door before leaving your room. Do not open it if it feels warm. A warm door may indicate smoke and flames on the other side.
  • If your door is warm or if the hallway is filled with smoke stay in your room with the door closed. Seal cracks around the door with towels or sheets to keep the smoke from entering the room.
  • If smoke enters your room, open one window slightly. Hang a sheet or towel out the window to indicate your exact location to fire fighters.
  • If you cannot open a window, remain close to the floor. The best breathing air is about 18" above the floor.
  • If your door does not feel warm, open it cautiously to check for smoke in the hallway.
  • Proceed to the nearest exit if hallways are passable. Close the door behind you.
  • After you leave the building, keep a safe distance away and do not interfere with the Fire Department or Public Safety operations.
  • Notify emergency personnel of any persons trapped in the building or having difficulty exiting.

Residential Safety and Security Procedures

The following procedures apply to all living units on campus including residence halls, residence apartments and Greek Houses.

Fire Prevention

  1. Be certain the smoke detector in your room is always in good working order. The detector will begin to beep intermittently if a new battery is needed. Notify the residence staff immediately if your smoke detector is not working properly.
  2. Do not use combustible material for decorative purposes.
  3. Keep all flammable materials away from hot surfaces.
  4. Do not burn candles or incense.
  5. Do not leave a kitchenette stove unattended while cooking.
  6. Be familiar with the fire evacuation maps, which are posted near the resident assistant’s door.

Access Security in the Residence Communities

For the safety of everyone living on campus, all residence hall entry doors and gates are kept locked 24 hours per day. Access to all communities is limited to residents and their guests. Remember:

  1. Keep your door locked, even if you are leaving your room or apartment for just a few minutes.
  2. Lock your door at night.
  3. Never let strangers into the building, your room, or apartment.
  4. Keep an inventory of all your valuable possessions. An identification engraver is available for your use at Public Safety.
  5. Always keep your keys in your possession. Do not loan your keys to other people.
  6. Copying keys is prohibited.
  7. Let your roommate and RA know if you plan to be away from school for more than a weekend.
  8. Report suspicious people in or around your residence community immediately to your RA or Public Safety (946-3911).
  9. Report prank or harassing phone calls to Public Safety.
  10. Follow all fire emergency rules and procedures.

Vacation Periods

  1. Unplug all electrical devices.
  2. Pack all of your valuable items and take them with you.
  3. Be sure your windows and doors are locked before you leave. Pull blinds.
  4. Remove trash and empty your refrigerator.


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