Active Shooter

An individual must use his/her own discretion during an active shooter event as to whether he/she chooses to run to safety or remain in place. Be prepared to run, shelter in place, or take on the shooter.


IF OUTSIDE WHEN A SHOOTING OCCURS

• Run away from the threat if you can, as fast as you can. Run in a zigzag pattern, and use vehicles, bushes, trees and other objects that could shield you from the view of a shooter
• If you can get away from the area of immediate danger, call for help (9-1-1) and warn others
• If you are unable to run away, drop to the ground immediately, face down as flat as possible. If within 15-20 feet of a safe place or somewhere out of the suspect's view, duck and run into it
• Move or crawl away from gunfire, utilize any obstructions between you and the gunfire
• When you reach a place of relative safety, evaluate your location to determine if it is a good place to hide. If so, stay down and do not move
• Wait and listen for directions from the Police. When the Police arrive, obey commands. You may be told to lie face down, raise up your hands, or may be handcuffed. This is for safety reasons. Do not run at the Police

IF INSIDE WHEN A SHOOTING OCCURS

• If possible, quickly exit the building and evacuate to a safe area away from danger. • Call 9-1-1
• If not possible to exit safely, stay inside the classroom/office
• If possible, close and lock the outside door to the room and barricade it
• Close the blinds, turn off the lights, remain quiet and move behind objects that may conceal you from the suspect. Stay on the floor, away from the doors or windows, and do not peek out to see what is happening
• If the armed assailant enters your area, your option may be limited to fighting them to survive. Use anything you can find as an improvised weapon and attack with others if possible

See something, say something!

Bomb Threat

 
Bomb threats are usually made by individuals who want to create an atmosphere of general anxiety or panic. All bomb threats should be assumed to pose a legitimate danger to the campus population.

Chemical & Biological Spills

 
If a chemical or biological spill occurs within any campus building or facility, call 9-1-1. If a chemical spill occurs outside of a building or from an off campus source, follow shelter in place procedures.

Mental Health Services

 
Students who are experiencing a psychological or emotional crisis often need immediate help and intervention. Some examples of crises include:

1. Suicidal or homicidal thoughts or impulses
2. Sexual or physical assault
3. Hearing voices or otherwise misperceiving reality
4. Overwhelming loss, such as death in the family

Student Health Services offers some psychological services during hours of operation.

Listed below are some services available in crises situations:

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline (800) 273-8255
• Riverside HELPLine (951) 686-4357
• County of Riverside Sexual Assault/Rape Crisis Hotline (951) 686-7273
• National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233
• Riverside Alterative to Domestic Violence (951) 683-0829

Student Health Services:

• Moreno Valley College (951) 571-6103 or (951) 571-6147
• Norco College (951) 372-7046
• Riverside City College (951) 222-8151

Earthquake

 
INDOORS

• Stay indoors and take cover where you are. DROP, COVER, and HOLD on under a sturdy desk or table
• Watch for falling plaster, light fixtures, high bookcases, shelves, and other furniture that might slide or topple
• If you are unable to run away, drop to the ground immediately, face down as flat as possible. If within 15-20 feet of a safe place or somewhere out of the suspect’s view, duck and run into it
• Do not run outdoors; falling debris or electrical wires may hit you

OUTDOORS

• Avoid high buildings, walls, power poles, and other objects that could fall
• Do not run through the streets
• If possible, move to an open area away from all hazards

IN YOUR CAR

• Stop in the safest place available. Preferably an open area
• Do not stop on a bridge or under an overpass

IN AN ELEVATOR

• If power fails, elevators will stop and lights will go off
• Be patient, emergency personnel will rescue you as soon as possible

Evacuation

• Everyone must leave the building immediately if the fire alarm is activated, or if directed to do so my District Police or Emergency Personnel
• Close the door to the office or classroom you are leaving
• To exit the building, use the nearest safe exit or exit stairwell. Never use elevators in an emergency evacuation
• If the nearest exit or exit stairwell is obstructed by smoke, fire or other hazards, proceed to another exit
• During stairwell evacuation, hold on to the handrail and stay to one side of the stairwell. Allow enough room for others to enter the flow
• Make every effort to evacuate persons with physical limitations without interfering with the egress of others. If a person cannot be moved they may need to shelter in place until help arrives
• Once outside the building, assemble away from the facility and stand by for instructions from emergency personnel. Every department should have an agreed upon evacuation assembly location outside the building
• Do not re-enter the building until given the “all clear.”

Shelter in Place

Certain incidents like hazardous spills may require that you and others shelter-in-place.

• Select a small, interior room, with no or few windows
• Watch for falling plaster, light fixtures, high bookcases, shelves, and other furniture that might slide or topple
• Close all windows and exterior doors
• Turn off all fans, heating and air conditioning systems if able
• If instructed to do so, use whatever is available to seal all cracks around the door and vents into the room
• Remain indoors until RCCD Police or other authorities tell you it is safe or you are told to evacuate

Fire

• Activate the fire alarm using a manual pull station
• Evacuate the building using the nearest exit or stairwell. Do not use the elevator in an emergency
• Assist anyone requiring help to evacuate the building
• If you are caught in smoke, drop to your hands and knees and crawl; breathe shallowly through nose and use your shirt or jacket as a filter
• Proceed to evacuation area
• If your clothing catches fire, DO NOT RUN. Stop…Drop…Roll
• Never re-enter the building until given the “all clear.”
  
  

IF TRAPPED BY A FIRE IN A ROOM

• Place (moist, if possible) cloth material around/under the door to prevent smoke from entering
• Retreat-close as many door as possible between you and the fire
• If possible, turn off the HVAC system
• Be prepared to signal from windows, but do not break glass unless necessary. (Outside smoke may be drawn in.)
• If you have to break a window, break from the top down and make sure to clear the shards.

Medical Emergency

 
Call 9-1-1 from any available telephone and describe the nature of the medical problem and the location of the emergency on campus.

• Do not move the victim unless an imminent hazard makes it unavoidable
• Keep the victim comfortable
• Look for any ID, Rx, medical ID necklace or bracelet, etc.
• Have someone meet and escort medical personnel to the victim
  
  

IF YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED

• Control serious bleeding by applying direct pressure on the wound
• If the victim is not breathing, begin CPR
• If an AED is available, turn on the unit and follow the instructions to use it
• Remain with the injured person until help arrives

Utility Failure

 
In the event of a major failure occurring during regular business hours, immediately notify Facilities.

How to Use the Lock Blok

 
Download Lock Blok Instructions

• Step 1: Always Keep the Door Locked
• Step 2: Slide the Lock Blok to the Open Mode
• Step 3: Close the Door

In the event of an Incident or Lockdown

• Step 1: Slide the Lock Blok to Close the Door
• Step 2: Do NOT Open the Door!
• Step 3: Turn Off the Lights and Stay Quiet Until an All Clear is Given

How to Use the Door Blok

 
Download Lockdown Instructions

Lockdown! Imminent Threat of Harm

 
FACULTY

Secure the Building! Hazard Close But Not Imminent

 
FACULTY

• Direct Students to Remain In (Or Re-enter) the Building Immediately
• Brief the Students on the Reason for the Directions
• Identify Students Present
• Keep Everyone Calm
• Wait for ALL CLEAR

STUDENTS

• Do as Instructed Quickly
• Keep Calm But Alert
• Ask Faculty to Explain
• Identify Fellow Students
• Use Your Cell Phone
• Wait for Further Directions
• Prepare to Lockdown!

Shelter in Place! Natural Disaster or Other Hazard

 
FACULTY

Evacuate! Emergency Requiring Move to Safe Area

Mass Notification

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