Emergency Procedures by Building - Garnett Library
Fire Procedures
In the event of a fire or similar emergency, all occupants of the Garnett Library
and the Advising and Academic Support office should:
- Evacuate immediately using marked exits; last persons out close all doors;
- Assemble on the lawn area on the West side of the building (between the Garnett Library
and Looney Hall) to account for all personnel and
- Await further instructions from building supervisors and/or emergency management personnel.
Tornado Procedures
In the event tornado sirens are sounded or communication from the police is relayed
to the campus, all occupants of the Garnett Library and the Office of Advising and
Academic Support should take shelter in the following designated locations:
- G102
- G112 (Cataloging Room)
Stay off mezzanine and avoid all bookshelves.
Earthquake Procedures
Drop, cover and hold on! Move only a few steps to a nearby safe place (e.g., under
a sturdy table or desk). Most injured persons in earthquakes move more than five feet
during the shaking. It is very dangerous to try to leave a building during an earthquake
because objects can fall on you. Many fatalities occur when people run outside of
buildings, only to be injured by falling debris from collapsing walls. In U.S. buildings,
you are safer to stay where you are. After the shaking has stopped, if you go outside,
move quickly away from the building to prevent injury from falling debris.
Campus Assistance
Call (417) 836-5509 for escort services between classrooms and parking lots, for assistance
with vehicle trouble or similar needs.
Emergency: Police, Fire, Medical, etc. - Call 911
