Utility outages do not necessarily represent an emergency that threatens life, but they can cause work disruptions, expensive damage, and safety concerns, and they can escalate to full-blown emergencies.
Examples of Utility Outages:
- Electric
- Water
- Telephone
- Steam or Gas
- Electric or Chilled Water
Safety Issues
Look and report any safety issues caused by — or likely to result from — the outage or continuing operations under current conditions. Some examples are:
Power Outage
If applicable, look for safety equipment dependent on power and cease operations if necessary. For instance:
- Fume hoods in labs
- Dust evacuation systems
- Inadequate lighting
- Alarm activation
- Elevator failure
- Passengers should use the emergency phone/intercom in the elevator. If necessary, call Lee College Security at 281.425.6888.
- Do not attempt to rescue passengers stuck in the elevator.
- Establish and maintain communications with passengers.
Plumbing
- Stop using all electrical equipment
- Look for slip hazards
Gas Leak
- Cease all operations
- Do not use light switches
- Evacuate as soon as possible