In the event of a power outage, many campus facilities are equipped with emergency generators to power critical operations. Most buildings are provided with emergency lighting to aid in the safe evacuation of the building until power can be restored.

To report a localized power outage, contact Facilities Services at 6264. After regular business hours, please contact the Office of Campus Safety at 6482.

Power Outage Tips & Procedures

Be prepared:

• Keep a flashlight with spare batteries immediately accessible.
• Know how to locate the closest exit.

In the event of a large-scale power outage:

• Remain calm.
• Follow directions provided by Safety through the established campus communications systems.
• If building evacuation becomes necessary, seek out persons with special needs and provide assistance if possible. If additional assistance is necessary, contact Safety at 6777 from a campus phone or 740-587-6777 from off-campus or a cell phone.
• Secure all vital equipment, records, experiments, and hazardous materials if safe to do so. Store all chemicals in their original or marked containers and fully open all fume hoods. If this is not possible, or natural ventilation is not adequate, evacuate the area until power is restored.
• Do not light candles or other types of flames for lighting.
• Unplug electrical equipment, such as computers, and turn off all light switches.

If people are trapped in an elevator:

• If you are able to communicate with them, let the passengers know help has been summoned.
• Call “0 ” from any campus phone or 740-587-6777 from a cell phone or off-campus phone.
• Provide specific location information and number of individuals involved to the dispatcher.
• Stay near the passengers if safe to do so, until emergency responders are on site and the elevator is identified.