Floods

Steps to Follow:

Any Faculty/Staff/Students who discover a flood problem or potential flood problem, resulting from weather conditions or facilities damage, should follow these procedures:

1. Stay out of the area- DO NOT ENTER, until electrical power has been turned off. There is an extreme danger of electrical shock if the water has contacted any electrical devices.
2. Call NSAC Safety & Security (4190). Describe nature of problem with exact location of all areas affected.
3. Post people at all entrances (when possible) to prevent entry by unauthorized personnel.
4. Physical Plant will be responsible for water removal and electrical maintenance.
5. Identify a temporary shelter area for water- soaked materials.
6. DO NOT return to building or affected work area until instructed to do so by NSAC Safety & Security or Physical Plant.

General Information:

• In the event of a flood warning or actual flood on or near NSAC or AgriTECH Park, the instructions and preparation will be relayed through the NSAC Public Relations Officer.

• The President of the University or designate will initiate the appropriate announcements concerning the emergency flood warning and evacuation when and if necessary. This message will be distributed through the NSAC Public Relations Officer.

• In the event of extremely adverse weather conditions please see Storm Emergency Policy/Procedures.

• In the event of Evacuation see PRO -10.