Emergency Lockdown: In case of intruder

In case of intruder (i.e., possible shooter):

If the intruder is in the library

• Call 911 as soon as possible.
• Call Security (ext. 7333) as soon as possible.
• Report to the Crisis Management Coordinator (ext. 1211).
• Follow instructions regarding “Physical Threat” in the Emergency Procedures Flip Book or “Armed Suspects/Shooting” or “Hostage Situation” sections in the Crisis Management Plan notebook as appropriate.

If the intruder is elsewhere on campus

• Lock the doors as soon as it is safe to move toward the library doors.
• Inform patrons of the danger and move them to a more secure location if needed (i.e., away from windows).
1. First Floor – Supervisor’s office.
2. Second Floor – Technical Services Office (if unlocked) *or the ID Room if the Technical Services Office is locked.
• If it is dark outside, turn out the lights. At night, people outside the library can clearly see in while those on the inside see a reflection. Turning out the lights inside will minimize the advantage of an outside intruder.

In the case when the Building Coordinator is not present, the two Student Library Assistants on duty will coordinate with each other to follow the procedures outlined in this plan as appropriate and make calls as soon as it is safe to do so.

Click on the Emergency label for more information on library emergency procedures in this blog.