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Crisis Communication Plan
Emergency Response Plan
Instant Alert Plus
Tornado
Severe Weather
Fire
Medical Emergency
Utility Failure
Gas Leak
Violent or Criminal Behavior
Civil Disturbance or Demonstration
Flood
Bomb Threat
Chemical Spill or Radiation Release
Water Contamination
Earthquake
OSHA Inspections
Explosion on Campus Including Aircraft Down
CRISIS PROCEDURES  
Flood

In the event of a threat of flood:

  • Elevate all property at least two feet off the floor.
  • The Butler University Police Department will monitor the weather alerts.
  • An officer who is familiar with the geography will monitor the track of the flood
  • The construction and maintenance response team will be notified, and a representative will report to the incident commander.

In the event of a flood on Butler University property:

  • Review water contamination procedures.
  • Make sure that all property is elevated above forecasted flood level.

Review evacuation procedures:

  • Evacuate a building if the safety of the faculty/staff, students and visitors is at risk.
  • The Butler University Police Department will be responsible for announcing an evacuation.
  • Check all areas of the building to make sure the building is evacuated.
  • Protect money/property if it doesn't threaten anyone's safety:
  • Close and lock all cash registers
  • Lock all areas that have money.
  • Meet at a predetermined location outside the building.

If there is any property damage as a result of the flood:

  • Enter the building with caution. Snakes and other animals may have entered the building. Be sure that appropriate personal protective equipment is provided and worn.
  • Inspect the building to assess damage and report to the EOC.
  • Document all expenses.
  • Make sure all damages are noted.

 

   

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