Shelter-in-place

“Shelter in place” is used when it is desirable to secure the building due to a situation outside not related to the building. (Ex. Criminal activity, industrial accident such as a gas leak, or extreme weather conditions). Occupants are asked to stay in the building for their own safety until informed by Security or Emergency Services that it is safe to leave. When the situation is resolved and the area is determined to be safe, work within the facility will resume as usual.

In the event of a shelter-in-place, Security Services will repeatedly advise occupants via the PA System and an alert will be sent out through the UWSafe App:

“ATTENTION PLEASE, ATTENTION, A SHELTER-IN-PLACE SECURITY STANCE HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED DUE TO (INSERT INCIDENT HERE). PLEASE REMAIN IN THE BUILDING AND MOVEAWAY FROM WINDOWS TO A SAFE LOCATION. MORE DETAILS WILL FOLLOW.”

STAY CALM

• Do not activate the fire alarm pull station. Assemble somewhere safe away from exits and windows.
• Wait for instructions before evacuating or leaving the building – procedures will vary depending on the incident causing the shelter-in-place.
• Wait for authorization to move freely within the building and continue normal activities.
• Provide safety for visitors by asking them to remain inside the premises.
• After the briefing it is likely that you will be able to move freely within the building and continue normal activities.

• You may be asked to follow lockdown procedures if the threat increases.