To report an emergency or suspicious activity
- Police and Fire Departments: 9-9-1-1 (from a campus phone) or 9-1-1
- LLS Security: x1121 (from a campus phone) or 213-736-1121
FIRE
If you discover a fire:
- Close the door as you evacuate to contain the fire.
- Activate the nearest fire alarm pull station.
- Call 9-1-1.
- Call Security x1121
If you hear/see the fire alarm:
- DO NOT assume the alarm is false.
- DO NOT use the elevators.
- Feel the door with the back of your hand.
- If warm:
- DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR.
- Wedge a wet towel or cloth item at the base of the door and on air vents.
- If you must have air, open the window.
- Call 9-1-1.
- If necessary, waive a piece of cloth out the window to get help.
- If normal temperature:
- Open the door slowly.
- Leave and close the door.
- Stay close to the ground if there is smoke.
- Evacuate using the nearest emergency exit and convene at the safe refuge area.
EARTHQUAKE
- DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON to protect your head and neck.
- Stay away from windows and hanging objects.
- Assess the area, and evacuate only if necessary (e.g. significant structural damage or a subsequent emergency).
POWER OUTAGE
- Remain indoors.
- Call Security, x1121or (213) 736-1121.Report the power outage, security will call DWP.
- Use caution when exiting buildings.
ACTIVE SHOOTER
- Remain calm and employ “Run, Hide or Fight” tactics.
- Close and lock all windows and doors, and create obstacles to block entry.
- Turn off lights, silence cell phones, and eliminate all noise.
- Crouch down, spread out, and shield yourself.
- Call 9-1-1.
HELP OTHERS
- When safe to do so, always help those who need assistance.