Shelter in Place/Lockdown

In the event of a Lockdown:

BEFORE:

• Personally sign up to receive campus emergency notifications through myWSU and keep your contact information current.
• Personally have a plan to lock down your work area, classroom or dorm room.
• Be alert to your surroundings and plan early.

DURING:

• Close and lock all doors to the room.
• Close window shades, if they are available. Turn off lights.
• Leave cell phones on with silenced ringers.
• Only allow entry to others if you are certain they are no threat.
• Wait for further instructions from university officials.

SHELTER IN PLACE:

BEFORE: 

• Personally sign up to receive campus emergency notifications through myWSU, and keep your contact information current.
• Personally make a Shelter in Place plan for your work, class or dorm area.
• Shelter in Place means going inside the nearest building and selecting a small, interior room, above the ground floor, with no or few windows and taking refuge there.
• Be alert of your surroundings and plan early.

DURING:

When the Shelter in Place order is given take the following actions:

• Select an interior room(s) above the ground floor, with the fewest windows or vents.
• Close and lock all windows, exterior doors, and any other openings to the outside.
• Stay away from windows and doors.
• Use your cell phone to call 911 and report your exact location including building name, building address and room number.
• Wait for further instructions from university officials.