Emergency Procedures
Office of Safety and Security
Newton Observatory
(814) 332-3357

Instructions for Specific Emergencies

Emergency Alert Resources

Instructions for Specific Emergencies

Behavioral Disturbances

Behavioral disturbances include riots, demonstrations, threatening individuals, or assemblies that have become significantly disruptive.

In case of behavioral disturbances:

  1. Call Safety and Security at (814) 332-3357
  2. Avoid provoking or obstructing demonstrators
  3. Secure your area (lock doors, safes, files, vital records, and expensive equipment)
  4. Avoid area of disturbance
  5. Continue with routines as much as possible
  6. If the disturbance is outside, stay away from doors and windows. Stay inside!