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Policy: AUS Policy Title: Revision Date: Page 14 of 22 AUS - 006 Emergency Response Policy 8/10/18 8. Comply with the instructions completely. 9. Upon reaching the street level, clear the exit way IMMEDIATELY. Move to the designated safe area. Make sure you acknowledge during the roster count. 10. If relocation is necessary, stay in the area designated by your Supervisor. The Supervisor will tell you when it is safe to return to your normal work location. 11. REMAIN CALM. DO NOT PANIC. IF TIME PERMITS, TURN OFF ALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (COMPUTERS, ETC.) POWER FAILURE 1. Remain calm. Do not move around unless it is safe. 2. Get a flashlight or open window shades, if needed. 3. Notify your supervisor, building manager or Security. 4. Turn on a battery powered radio to find out what is happening in the area. 5. Unplug or switch off all electrical equipment and computers. Turn off all light switches except for those on backup power. When power returns, it may surge and blow out light bulbs and other equipment. 6. If evacuation is necessary, safely evacuate to your designated safe area. 7. Make use of any emergency supplies at your facility. HURRICANE The hurricane season is usually between June 1 and November 30, and hurricanes are most likely to strike along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Hurricanes are difficult to predict and may arrive unexpectedly. They can be very dangerous, causing incredible destruction to persons and property. Ignoring official weather warnings can become a tragic mistake. If your home or work is in a coastal area, prepare yourself before each hurricane season. Supply your home with boards, tools, batteries, and other equipment such as flashlights, first aid kit, fire extinguishers and battery-powered radio. Similar measures take place at your work location. Check with your local emergency agency to find out about community hurricane preparedness plans. Find out which areas around your home or work have evacuation orders during a hurricane. Make sure you know the location of shelters. Additionally, know the evacuation routes that lead to shelter. Weather Advisories The National Weather Service usually provides a 12 to 24 hour advance warning. A hurricane watch is an alert and means that a hurricane is a threat to coastal areas. Everyone in the area should listen to the advisories to determine the path of the hurricane and what procedures to follow.