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MAIL • When traveling in your vehicle, keep windows up and doors locked.
Residence hall is distributed Monday through Friday. This schedule is functional when • If approached, don’t resist a robber - especially if he/she has a weapon.
classes are in session and students are in the residence hall. Mail for the residents should be • Never venture into or through dark or undesirable neighborhoods.
addressed as follows: • Don’t carry large sums of cash.
NAME • If attacked or approached by someone suspicious, contact the police immediately by
SUSCC Box calling 911.
P.O. Box 1000 • Get a good description of the person and their direction of travel.
Wadley, AL 36276
The college does not maintain mail service for non-residential students and cannot be Emergency Procedures: FIRE
responsible for their mail delivery. Non-resident students should not provide the college
address as their mailing address. General Tips
• Become familiar with emergency escape routes before an accident (i.e note locations
TELEPHONE USAGE AND MESSAGES of stairwells and emergency doors).
Students are permitted to use faculty and staff telephones in emergency situations • If the fire is small, and you are properly trained, use a fire extinguisher to control the
only. Emergency phone calls and messages should be directed to the Dean of Students at fire.
extension 5150 (Wadley Campus) and 5350 (Opelika Campus) or the Chief of Police at • If you smell or see smoke or fire, pull the nearest fire alarm
extension 5823. Telephone calls and messages on the Valley campus will be coordinated • Evacuate the building via the stairs - DO NOT use the elevators
through the administrative office at ext. 5402. • Exit quickly, only take essential items
• If possible, close door behind you as you exit to confine the heat or smoke.
• Feel the door with the back of your hand before opening it - DO NOT open a door
VISITOR POLICY that is hot.
Southern Union State Community College welcomes visitors. Visitors are expected Handbook Student
to abide by the regulations of the college. Students are held responsible for the conduct Cool Door:
of their guests. CHILDREN MUST BE UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF THEIR PAR- • Open slowly and ensure fire or smoke is not blocking your route. If escape route
ENTS/GUARDIANS AND ARE NOT TO ATTEND CLASSES. Visitor’s parking permits is blocked, immediately shut the door and find an alternate escape route.
are available from the campus police on Wadley and Opelika campuses and administrative • If route is clear, leave immediately through the door and close it behind you. Be
office on the Valley campus. prepared to crawl, if necessary.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Call SUSCC Police or 911 (must dial 9-911 from campus phone system):
• State the location of the fire.
Southern Union State Community College is committed to the safety and well-being of its • Stay on the phone until released by the dispatcher.
students, faculty, and staff who can help the college safeguard the campus by taking preven-
tive measures to ensure safety and by referencing this guide in the event of an emergency. Once Outside:
• Move to a clear area at least 500 feet away from the building.
The following guidelines are not intended to be a comprehensive list of instructions, rather • Keep the streets, fire lanes, fire hydrants, and all walkways clear.
a reminder of the basic steps that should be taken to minimize the risks associated with a • Return to the building only when emergency personnel allow.
given hazard. Since emergencies can vary greatly, the instructions provided by Southern
Union State Community College and emergency personnel at the time of the incident may Staff Members:
change or even conflict with those listed in these procedures. • Bring class or building roster with you.
• Take inventory of all personnel evacuated from the building.
Always follow the instructions of college and emergency personnel. • Report missing persons (and their last known locations) to emergency personnel
on scene.
Safety Tips
• If you smell or see smoke or fire, pull the nearest fire alarm. How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
• Trust your instincts. If a place or situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. Leave. • If the fire is small, and you are properly trained, use a fire extinguisher to control the
• Avoid shortcuts and isolated areas when walking after dark. fire.
• Don’t walk alone after dark. Early evening to late evening, travel only in groups of • Always keep your back to the exit; never place the fire between you and the exit.
three or more in well-lit and heavily traveled areas. • Discharge the entire extinguisher on the base of the fire.