2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog

Interior Flooding

In the event of interior flooding from a broken water line, the following actions are recommended:

  • Immediately contact Campus Safety and Security at 615-476-3061 to notify them of the situation. Inform them immediately if any oil, chemical or other potentially hazardous materials are suspected of contaminating the flood waters.
  • A designated University or law enforcement officer will direct students to safe areas should an evacuation be necessary.
  • University Maintenance staff will work to fix the problem and assist in all clean-up and salvage efforts.
  • If possible, secure any vital equipment or records and other important papers.
  • Shut off all electrical equipment ONLY IF YOU CAN DO SO WITHOUT STANDING IN WATER.
  • Secure all laboratory equipment in the same manner.