THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
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Chemicals, leaking gas, faulty boilers, or falling aircraft could all be the cause of life-endangering explosions.
1. Remain calm.

2. Be prepared for possible further explosions.

3. Stay away from windows, mirrors, overhead fixtures, filing cabinets, bookcases, and electrical equipment.

4. Be guided by Police or Fire Department personnel. If evacuation is ordered, proceed to one of the designated exits.

5. Do not move seriously injured persons unless they are in obvious immediate danger (of fire, building collapse, etc.).

6. Open doors carefully. Watch for falling objects.

7. Do not use elevators.

8. If requested, accompany and assist persons with disabilities who appear to need direction or assistance.

9. Do not use matches or lighters.

10. Avoid using telephones.

EXPLOSIONS
FIRE
EMPLOYEE EVACUATION PROCEDURES
CHEMICAL SPILLS
EARTHQUAKE
BOMB THREATS AND SUSPICIOUS OBJECTS
CRIME PREVENTION
FIRE PREVENTION
STUDENT SAFETY/ESCORT SERVICE
TIPS FOR TRAVELERS
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE