In the event of a fire alarm, we evacuate the library. Walk through all parts of the library asking the patrons to leave. When the library is empty, leave and do not lock the door in case the firefighters need to enter. We meet outside in front of the Hop and re-enter when the fire officials give the go ahead.
If there is a power outage, wait in the library for 20 minutes to see if power returns. Flashlights are located on the bottom shelf of the circulation desk. Walk through the library with a flashlight to assist any patrons who want to leave.
-After 20 minutes if the power is still out, leave locking the doors. If it is close to the end of your shift, you may leave for the day. Check with the staff person present. If you are here alone and the power has been out for awhile, close the library and leave an explanatory note on the door. When the staff person returns with a key, they will be able to open the library.
-If you are working and no staff person is on duty with you, feel free to call a staff person at home. The staff telephone numbers are listed on the bottom of the staff schedule sheet posted on the bulletin board where the weekly student assistant schedule is posted.
