Emergency: Power Outage
In Case of a
Major, Campuswide Power Outage | If
People Are Trapped in an Elevator
The inherent danger during a major power outage is
panic. Try to remain calm. In the event of a major,
campus wide outage, the UO has emergency generators
that will immediately provide emergency power to
selected areas of the campus. To report a minor,
localized power outage, call Facilities Services,
6-2319, or the Department of Public Safety, 6-5444.
Keep flashlights and batteries in key locations
throughout your work areas.
In Case of a Major,
Campus wide Power Outage
- Remain calm
- Follow directions from the Department of
Public Safety for immediate action
- If evacuation of a building is required, seek
out people with special needs and provide
assistance (call 6-6666 for assistance)
- Laboratory personnel should secure all
experiments and unplug electrical equipment
before evacuating. All chemicals should be
stored in their original locations. Provide
natural ventilation by opening all windows
and doors. If this is not possible or natural
ventilation is inadequate, evacuate the
laboratory until power is returned
- Do not use candles or other types of open
flame for lighting
- Unplug all electrical equipment including
computers and turn off light switches
- Do not use elevators
- Emergency lighting for exit pathways will
function for fifteen to thirty minutes
following a power outage. In areas with poor
natural light, evacuate promptly
If People Are Trapped in an
Elevator
- Tell passengers to stay calm and that you are
getting help
- Call 6-6666 and provide information
- Stay near passengers until police or other
assistance arrives, provided it is safe to
stay in the building
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