Earthquake

An earthquake can occur any time and almost anywhere without warning. It is important to protect yourself right away.

• Do NOT use the elevators.
• Do NOT move until shaking stops.
• If in a hallway, drop to the floor against an interior wall — protect your head and neck with your arms.
•  Once shaking has stopped, check your surroundings to determine if an evacuation is needed.
  • Evacuate if directed by emergency personnel, if an alarm is sounding, and/or if you notice significant hazards or risk of collapse.
  • Always check for hazards before exiting the building and maintain awareness of your surroundings as you evacuate.
  • Move away from the building.
• Upon exiting, walk away from the building to avoid being struck by falling debris from the building’s façade. 

Drop/Lock

1. Drop in place onto your hands and knees.
2. If using a mobility device, lock the wheels on your device.

Cover

1. Protect your head and neck with one arm and hand.
2. If available, take cover beneath a sturdy desk, table or other piece of furniture.
3. If no shelter is available, seek cover against an interior wall.
   1. Avoid windows, hanging objects, mirrors or tall furniture.
4. Stay on your knees – bend over to protect vital organs.

Hold on

• If under shelter: hold on to the furniture. Be prepared to move with the furniture if it moves.
  • Stay under the protection of the furniture until the ground stops shaking.
• If NOT under shelter: hold on to your head and neck with both arms and hands.

Be prepared! Aftershocks can occur at any time. If an aftershock occurs, repeat ‘Drop, Cover, and Hold On’ steps as with main shock.