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This Policy is designed to assist Suffolk University in responding to earthquakes and maintaining services when those events occur that may prevent employees or students from entering or leaving the University for an extended period of time.

 What to Do During an Earthquake

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• Do not light a match
• Do not move about or kick up dust
• Cover your mouth with a handkerchief or clothing

What to do After an Earthquake

• After the shaking stops, check for injuries and administer first aid if necessary and if qualified. DO NOT move victims unless absolutely necessary
• Report injuries and damage to the Suffolk University Police Department via 8111 or 617-573-8111. If not possible to call, then notify in person if safe to do so
• Upon notification by emergency personnel, evacuate the building to your designated assembly area. DO NOT use the elevators. Bring emergency supplies, warm clothing and purses/wallets with you; close all doors behind you
• Replace telephone handsets that have been shaken off. DO NOT use telephones except to report fires or medical emergencies
• DO NOT use matches, lighters or other open flames
• Assist persons with disabilities
• Notify emergency personnel as soon as possible of the location of anyone unable to evacuate the building
• DO NOT return to an evacuated building unless directed to do so by emergency personnel
• DO NOT enter a parking structure until you are told it is safe by emergency personnel
• Be prepared for AFTERSHOCKS
• Access www.suffolk.edu for updated information as it becomes available
• If outdoors, watch for downed power lines and possible falling debris
• Do not enter damaged buildings. Return only when campus officials deem the building(s) to be safe
• The Suffolk University Police Department will control access to affected areas, and in conjunction with Risk Management, will make evaluations to determine if further actions are warranted