Los Angeles Vally College

IF INDOORS

• STAY INDOORS
• Get underneath a solid object such as a desk or table. Otherwise, go next to an interior wall.
  • Drop to your knees with your back to the windows and knees together
  • Clasp both hands behind your head covering your neck
  • Leaning over bury your face between your arms and legs.Close your eyes tightly.
  • Try to remain calm and stay in place until the shaking stops
  • As soon as possible move away from windows and overhead fixtures.
• Assess any injuries and provide first aid where capable.
• Assess any damage.  If the area appears safe, do not evacuate unless instructed to by Building Marshals or emergency responders.
• In the event it is unsafe to remain inside or an evacuation has been ordered Faculty and Staff should
  • Follow the instructions of the Building Marshals
  • Try to maintain class integrity.  This allows for a more accurate count of missing persons.
  • Assist any injured that cannot be moved and report them to Building Marshals or Emergency Responders as soon a possible.
  • Following evacuation of the building attempt to identify any missing students and whether fellow students know of their whereabouts.  Notify Building Marshals or Emergency Responders of any unaccounted for persons.