For All Occupants
1
STOP
work if is unsafe to continue
2
STAY
.
where you are
3
FOLLOW
instructions given over the PA system
4
DO NOT USE
.
elevators
1- Use the Public Announcement (PA) system to deliver the following message:
Attention all staff. A power outage has occurred in the building. Please remain calm and
stay where you are. Do not use elevators. Await further instructions.
2- Call FPInnovations’ Emergency Measures Coordinator at 778-731-1610.
Backup contacts: Rod Stirling (604-842-4383), Darrell Wong (604-837-8089),
Sorin Beschea (604-803-9436).
3- Confirm whether any occupants are trapped in the elevator. If occupants are trapped, follow the procedures outlined in the Person Stuck in an Elevator section.
4- Remain available to assist the Emergency Measures Coordinator as needed.
1- Coordinate with the Building Supervisor to assess whether the power outage is:
- Localized to the building, or
- Widespread (affecting nearby buildings or the neighbourhood)
2- If the outage appears localized, ask the Building Supervisor to determine the cause and the expected restoration time.
3- If the outage appears widespread, consult the BC Hydro Outage Map and notify UBC Security if required.
4- Based on the situation, decide on appropriate actions, such as:
- Directing occupants to remain in place,
- Moving occupants to the indoor assembly area (cafeteria), or
- Initiating a controlled evacuation without activating the fire alarm.
5- If required, communicate instructions to the Tenant Representative.
6- If needed, maintain communication with UBC Security.
7- When power is restored, verify critical systems with the Building Supervisor before authorizing the Tenant Representative to resume normal operations.
1- Turn on all emergency lighting and backup power systems, if any.
2- Coordinate with the Emergency Measures Coordinator to assess whether the power outage is:
- Localized to the building, or
- Widespread (affecting nearby buildings or the neighbourhood)
3- Coordinate power restoration with the appropriate electrician or service provider.
4- Accompany external technicians or emergency responders to electrical or mechanical rooms as required.
5- Once ‘normal’ power is restored, perform a visual check of key systems, including:
- Fire alarm panel and components
- Emergency and common area lighting
- Elevators
- Heating and ventilation systems
- Server rooms and critical equipment
6- Inform the Emergency Measures Coordinator that normal power is restored.
