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Main Campus Police
Advanced Technology Center
Second floor, Room ATC 200A
847-214-7777 (emergencies)
847-214-7778 (non-emergencies)

Fountain Square Campus Police
FSQ building
Second floor, Room FSQ 200
847-214-6912 or 847-214-6900


Emergency Procedures

Faculty and Staff Emergency Response Handbook

Download handbook

Emergency Closures

Look for closings related to weather, power outages or other unforseen events:

Radio and TV websites

WGN 720 AM

WBBM 780 AM

WJKL 94.3 FM

WLS 94.7 FM

WZSR 105.5 FM

ABC-TV channel 7

NBC-TV channel 5

WGN-TV channel 9

FOX TV channel 32

CLTV Chicago Cable News

Fire

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When a fire alarm sounds or smoke or flame is observed:

  • Quickly, but calmly, go to the nearest exit
  • Do not attempt to fight the fire
  • Never use an elevator to evacuate. Use stairs.
  • If forced to travel through smoke, stay low, taking shallow breaths using clothing as a filter
  • If a door feels hot to the touch, do not open it
  • If possible, close doors as you exit to slow the spread of fire

Download evacuation procedure

Tornado/Severe Storm

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A voice announcement will be made if there is time

  • Quickly, but calmly, go to the lowest level of the building
  • Stay away from glass areas and doors
  • Never use an elevator to evacuate. Use stairs
  • Take shelter in an interior hallway or room, especially those designated as a severe weather shelter
  • Stay in a protected area until an "all clear" is sounded
  • Outdoors, stay away from cars and lie down in a ditch or depression
  • If you are in a building severely damaged, evacuate it as soon as possible after the storm passes.

Download shelter procedure

Lockdown Procedure

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ECC created a plan to address a "lockdown" situation.
Download lockdown procedure

Illness/Injury

Never administer first aid beyond your knowledge

  • Report illness/injury immediately, including the location of the person and what appears to be wrong

Power Failure

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Remain indoors

  • If power failure appears long-term, appropriate announcements will be made
  • If power failure is related to stormy conditions, follow procedures for tornadoes/severe storm

Lost & Found

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Location:
Operations & Maintenance Office
SRC 180, Main Campus.
Phone: 847-214-7246

Personal & Vehicle Safety

  • Ask for help or scream for help if you ever feel threatened or sense a problem.
  • Use the college’s escort service or the buddy system when going to and from parking lots, especially at night.
  • Keep your doors and windows locked while driving and after exiting your vehicle.
  • Park and stay in well-lit areas, especially at night. Once you arrive at your vehicle, do not linger.
  • Always be aware of your surroundings, look around frequently and do not use cell phones or other auditory devices which can distract you and dull your responses when walking to and from classes.
  • Walk directly, confidently and at a steady pace.
  • Palm your car keys before you exit buildings to assure no time is wasted unlocking your vehicle. Before getting into your car, check the back seat to be sure no one is inside.
  • Leave enough space to maneuver around vehicles stopped in front of you at intersections whenever possible, so you can get away should anyone approach your vehicle.

Personal Property

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  • Never leave personal property unattended even for a few seconds. That includes books, jackets, handbags, book bags, wallets, keys, etc.
  • Lock your desk, locker or office door when unattended.
  • Store any valuables in your vehicle in the glove compartment or locked in your trunk. Do not leave valuables in plain view.
  • Mark personal property with an engraving pencil when practical, and write your name in all books.
  • Maintain a record of your valuables including serial and model numbers, identifying characteristics, and value.
  • Keep handbags/purses closed to prevent onlookers from seeing the contents and never set them on the floor in restroom.
  • Do not carry large sums of money or other valuables unless absolutely necessary.
  • Be mindful of your personal belongings when you engage in sporting or athletic events and other student life activities.