Access and Functional Needs
Everyone can benefit from thinking through how they would evacuate or shelter in place during an emergency.
- For each building you frequent, identify emergency exits and a location near the elevators or enclosed stairwells on each floor to wait for assistance from emergency personnel.
- Ask a friend, classmate, or neighbor to be a buddy during an emergency. Make sure to be specific about what type of assistance is needed.
- Consider any support items that may be useful to include in your personal emergency kit.
- Prepare for a building evacuation by having communication tools and contact numbers to inform emergency personnel of your location.
Individuals with temporary mobility issues (e.g., crutches) should consider following this guidance to be prepared for an emergency.