Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 1 – General Administration

Article 5 – Evacuation and Emergency Management

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11050.7 Evacuation

  • When evacuation is necessary as determined by the state/local police or emergency coordinator:

    • Employees shall leave the building immediately by the nearest designated exit.

    • Bulletin boards contain maps of these exits.

    • Emergency personnel shall be available to direct employees and ensure that all instructions are carried out.

    • Evacuation of handicapped personnel shall be given highest priority in any emergency.

    • Employees shall walk, remain quiet, use handrails, and follow any other emergency instructions.

    • Women shall remove high heels.

    • Employees shall gather in designated evacuation sites no less than one-half block from the building unless otherwise instructed.

    • Following evacuation, police and other emergency personnel shall prevent entrance to the building.

    • When an emergency is over, the emergency coordinator shall advise employees if/when they may return to the building.