Emergency Procedures

Call 9-1-1 immediately for life-threatening emergencies.

• For all other emergencies, call Campus Security at ext. 5600 or (773) 244-5600.
• In case of a weather-related emergency, seek shelter away from windows and head to an inside hallway, stairwell, or basement.

Evacuation Information

• In life-threatening situations, call 9-1-1.
• For all emergencies call Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600).
• Calmly evacuate the building using the nearest exit.
• Assist persons with disabilities or special needs.
• Do not use elevators.
• Follow directions given by evacuation leaders.

Medical Emergency

• Call 9-1-1 immediately if this is a life-threatening emergency.
• Call Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600).
• Stay with the individual and do not attempt to move the individual unless they are in danger.
• Calmly allow emergency personnel to address the situation.

Severe Weather

• When the siren sounds, move all persons to lowest level hallways and tunnels to avoid glass and debris.
• Assist persons with disabilities or special needs.
• Stay away from the windows and skylights.
• Make sure all doors are closed, and keep the corridors clear of objects.
• Wait for “all clear” to return to other campus areas.

Fire

• Activate the nearest fire alarm pull station.
• Calmly evacuate the building using the nearest exit while assisting persons with disabilities or special needs.
• Call 9-1-1, then Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600).

Dangerous Person

• Remove yourself from the person/area if possible. If safe to do so, leave the building.
• If remaining in the building, lock and barricade room door.
• Turn off lights and equipment.
• Call 9-1-1 then Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600).
• Remain in secured area until “all clear” has been given by law enforcement or Campus Security.

Suspicious Person

• Do not physically confront the person or block the person’s access to an exit.
• Call Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600); provide as much information as possible about the person and their direction of travel.

Power Outage

• Call Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600).
• Remain calm and move cautiously to a lighted area while assisting persons with special needs. Exits may be indicated by lighted signs if the emergency power is operating.
• Turn off stoves and unplug computers, appliances, and other voltage-sensitive equipment.
• Do not tamper with or reset tripped fuses or switches.
• Do not use candles during power outages.

Natural Gas Leak

• Remain calm and evacuate the building or area immediately while assisting persons with disabilities or special needs.
• Call Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600).
• Do not use light switches, cell phones, or anything else that could cause a spark.
• Do not use or tamper with any equipment.

Hazardous Materials Release

• Move away from the site of the hazard to a safe location.
• Call 9-1-1 immediately if this is a life-threatening emergency.
• Call Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600).
• Alert others to stay clear of the area.
• Notify emergency personnel if you have been exposed or have information about the release.

Suspicious Object

• Do not touch or disturb the object.
• Calmly leave the area.
• Call Campus Security (ext. 5600 or (773) 244–5600).