Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Campus Police

Phone: 580.774.3111

Fax: 580.774.7116

police@swosu.edu

Fire - Evacuation

Signal:

Continuous ringing of fire alarm
In case of a loss of electrical power, the signal will be voice directions of a staff member.

Steps of Action:

  1. Report fire by calling CAMPUS POLICE at 3111 or 911 if fire or smoke is visible/ pull alarm for visible fire or smoke ONLY.
  2. Take class list of students.
  3. Close all windows and doors to confine fire.
  4. Evacuate to at least 500 feet from the building.
  5. In case of blocked exit, find closest unlocked exit.
  6. Faculty CAMPUS POLICE or fire department will double-check room or office to ensure total evacuation.
  7. Restrooms, hallways and unoccupied rooms will be checked by Custodian or Safety/Police.
  8. Pre-plan for evacuation of persons in wheelchairs or on crutches.

Personnel Roles of Staff & Faculty:

Supervise evacuation and check for injuries. Assign roles to auxiliary persons as needed. Check restrooms and labs. (Call 911) for visible fire or smoke.