Chemical Hygiene Plan and Safety Manual - LP3006.6 Section VI: Emergency and Accident Plan

4 6 4 Dangerous person:

4 6 4 1 In the event a dangerous person is around the laboratory premises, the laboratory will lock down A lock down entails locking all doors and means of entering/exiting the laboratory and closing the blinds and or turning off the lights within the laboratory to discourage the dangerous person from attempting to enter the building Personnel will be asked to stay away from doors and windows.

4.6.4.1.1 To lock down the front door, an employee has to access the alarm system through a computer. At least one employee on weekday shifts will be trained to do so.

4.6.4.2 If able, laboratory personnel are to alert authorities by calling “911” and remain locked down until the situation is resolved. Or personnel can press the police button on the alarm system keypad.

4.7 Active shooter/ Hostile intruder:

4.7.1 An active shooter/ hostile intruder is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area by any means including but not limited to firearms (most frequently used), bladed weapons, vehicles, or any tool that in the circumstance in which it is used constitutes deadly physical force In most cases, there is no pattern or method to their selection of victims Most active shooter situations are unpredictable, evolve quickly, and are over within minutes

Action Guidelines

4 7 2 EVACUATE – Run: If there is an accessible escape path, attempt to evacuate the premises Be sure to:

4 7 2 1 Have an escape route and plan in mind

4 7 2 2 Evacuate regardless of whether others agree to follow

4 7 2 3 Leave your belongings behind

4 7 2 4 Help others evacuate, if possible

4.7.2.5 Call 911 when you are safe.

4.7.2.6 Prevent individuals from entering an area where the active shooter may be.

4.7.2.7 Keep your hands visible.

4.7.2.8 Follow the instructions of any police officers.

4.7.2.9 Do not attempt to move wounded people.

4.7.3 SHELTER-IN-PLACE – Hide: If evacuation is not possible, find a place to hide where the active shooter is less likely to find you. Your hiding place should:

4.7.3.1 Be out of the active shooter’s view.