Safety First

Always play it safe. If there is anything at all that seems like it may be a safety hazard (strange smells, strange sounds, finding strange objects, suspicious behavior of a classmate, etc.), then inform the instructor immediately. Even if it means interrupting the lecture or discussion.

In case of fire, evacuate the building. There is a map at the door of this room. Study it today and know where you are going if evacuation is necessary later in the semester. Know at least two ways of getting out of the building. There are fire alarms and fire hoses/extinguishers in the hallway. Learn where they are.

Check in with the instructor if an evacuation occurs, even if you don’t plan to return to the building. That’s so that I won’t send emergency staff into a burning building looking for you when you’re on your way home!

In the case of a weather emergency, proceed to a room marked with a blue triangle . . . usually a lower, inside room with no windows.

In the case of an earthquake, hold on! Get under a table if you can and watch for flying objects, protecting your head as best you can.

In the case of medical emergencies, notify the SCC Dept of Public Safety immediately at 636-922-8545 or 911. They will contact and direct outside emergency crews if needed. The instructor usually has a cell phone . . . or use your own cell phone. Please notify the instructor or a classmate if you are not feeling well. Don’t just leave (you may not make it very far). The instructor appreciates prior notice of any medical conditions that might give you trouble during class.

See also http://www.stchas.edu/geninfo/safety/safety.shtml
for SCC safety guidelines and procedure.

This is general advice only. Please use good judgment. SCC and emergency service policies and procedures supercede this advice.