T E N A N T S - E M E R G E N C Y  M A N U A L

In The Event Of An Earthquake

Drop-Cover-Hold: Drop to the floor. Take cover and hold on to whatever you are under. Choose a shelter or cover within 3 – 4 steps in preparation for the event.

Safe Cover During Earthquakes

• The best choice is to take shelter inside an exit stairwell. If that is not possible, take cover under a desk, sturdy table or piece of furniture and hold on securely. If no cover is available, crouch inside a closet or against a sturdy interior wall. Face out and bring up your knees and hands to protect your head and neck. Avoid light fixtures, bookshelves and windows.
• Do not leave cover until the high winds or extreme weather conditions have subsided.
• Proceed to the designated assembly area if directed by emergency personnel, and it is a safe place to go.
• If you require assistance to evacuate, remain where you are and wait for assistance from emergency personnel. (Make sure co-workers are aware of your location and situation.)
• If a fire occurs, activate the nearest fire alarm pull station; the system may still be functional. Follow the building’s fire evacuation procedures.
• If qualified, render first aid. 
• Keep calm. Do not run outdoors. Watch for falling debris or electrical wires when leaving the building.

In addition:

• Get a portable AM/FM radio and turn to local news station to monitor conditions.
• Gather flashlights and emergency kits and distribute as needed
• Follow the instructions of emergency personnel or building management.
• If required to leave your floor space, use the stairwells DO NOT USE THE ELEVATOR. If the power fails, you will be stuck in an unmoving elevator.
• Report missing or left behind people to the emergency personnel, and they will relay information to building staff and rescue teams.
• Keep telephone conversations to a minimum.