Utility Outages
Utility outages do not necessarily represent an emergency that threatens life, but they can cause work disruptions, expensive damage, safety concerns and, can escalate to full-blown emergencies.
All utility outages can be reported to Campus Facilities Services at 901-448-5661.
Examples of Utility Outages:
- Electric
- Water
- Telephone
- Steam or Gas
- Electric or chilled water
Safety Issues
Look and report any safety issue caused by, or likely to result from, the outage or continuing operations under current conditions. Some examples are:
Power outage: Look for safety equipment dependent on power and cease operations if necessary.
Examples of power outages are:
- Fume hoods in labs
- Dust evacuation systems
- Inadequate lighting
- Alarm activation
- Elevator failure: Passengers should use the emergency phone in the elevator. If necessary, call UTHSC PD or 901-448-4444. Do not attempt to rescue passengers stuck in the elevator. Establish and maintain communications with other passengers.
Plumbing:
- Stop using all electrical equipment
- Look for slip hazards
Gas Leak:
- Cease all operations
- Do not use light switches
- Evacuate as soon as possible
For information on natural gas leaks, consult our guide.