Earthquake

A serious earthquake can be very destructive.  However, most people injured in earthquakes are hit by material falling from the outside of a building as they exit the building.  Therefore, do not run out of a building during or immediately after an earthquake.

Alarm

• The earthquake itself will almost always be the first alarm.

Instructions

• All personnel will immediately take cover under desks, tables and in doorways remaining there until the all-clear verbal notification has been received from the Fire Wardens.

• Stay clear of windows, filing cabinets, supply cabinets, outside building walls, etc.

• Personnel in elevators will exit at the nearest floor.  If the elevator comes to a stop between floors, remain calm and push the "alarm" button.  Someone will contact you and arrangements will be made to evacuate the elevator.

Prepare for After-Shocks

• Stay clear of objects that could possibly fall.

• Move away from damaged areas and away from outer building walls.