Utility Failure

Only personnel specifically trained in emergency shut-off procedures should attempt to turn on or shut off local and/or main utility lines to a campus building.

Action Guidelines

Electrical/ Light Failure

• Call the Physical Plant Customer Service Desk: 305-243-6375.
• Provide assistance to others who may be unfamiliar with the space.
• Do not use candles or other type of open flame for lighting.
• Do not leave class or work unless told to do so by an authorized person.
• Proceed cautiously outdoors or to an area that has emergency lighting.
• In most cases, power will be restored shortly or you may be relocated to another area with power.

Elevator Failure

• Activate the emergency button/telephone.
• Call Security if you do not get a response from the emergency button/telephone: 305-243-6000.
• Do not attempt to evacuate the elevator or help others evacuate.
• Do not pry open elevator doors or climb through the elevator roof escape hatch.

Gas Leak

• Electrical arcing through gas-filled air can trigger an explosion.
  • Stop whatever you are doing.
  • Do not turn on lights or any electrical equipment.
• Keep a safe distance from the leak. A distance of at least 300 feet is recommended.
• Call 911.

Water Leak/Flooding

• Electrical arcing through water can lead to electrocution.
  • Stop whatever you are doing.
  • Do not turn on lights or any electrical equipment.
• Call the Physical Plant Customer Service Desk: 305-243-6375.
• If you can do so safely, turn the local water source off.
• If you can do so safely, cover or move objects that could be damaged by water.
• Evacuate the area..

Water Supply Failure

• Call the Physical Plant Customer Service Desk: 305-243-6375.
• Do not consume tap water until told it is safe to do so by authorized personnel.