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Utilities Failure

Examples of utility failure that may occur are electrical failure, plumbing failure/flooding, natural gas leak, steam line break,
ventilation problems and/or elevator failure.

In the event of a utility failure, immediately notify Facilities Management at x6350 from campus phone, 847.925.6350 from cell. For emergency needs after hours, call Harper Police at x6330 from campus phone, 847.925.6330 from cell.

If there is a potential danger to building occupants:

  • Notify Harper Police at x6330 from campus phone, 847.925.6330 from cell
  • In a situation where a building needs to be evacuated, please proceed with your evacuation plan
  • Stay at your designated evacuation meeting location until Harper Police or the Palatine Fire Department, or a designated
    representative has given the “all clear” to re-enter the building
  • Turn off equipment, machines and computers
  • Do not use elevators
  • Assist persons with mobility disabilities, as needed