Utility Failure

CALL:

• Moorpark College: Police at (805) 378-1455 | Maintenance & Operations at (805) 378-1454
• Oxnard College: Police at (805) 986-5805 | Maintenance & Operations at (805) 986-5821
• Ventura College: Police at (805) 654-6486 | Maintenance & Operations at (805) 3654-6340

Be prepared to give the following information:

• State: "This is an emergency."
• Give your name, location (college, building and room number), nature of emergency, and the phone number from which you are calling.
• Do not hang up until you are sure no further information is required, unless there is an immediate threat to your safety.

What to do in the event of a power blackout:

• Assist any persons with disabilities in finding safety. (See Evacuating Disabled &Buildings.)
• Science faculty and staff should secure any laboratory experiments, activities, and equipment that might pose a potential danger.
• Disconnect all electrical equipment.
• Leave Light switches ON.
• Await further instructions or for power to be restored.

What to do in the event of a gas Leak:

• If you suspect a gas leak, call Campus Police immediately. They will call Maintenance & Operations.
• DO NOT ignite any open flame (e.g. matches, lighters, burners) or turn on any lights.
• Open windows and doors for ventilation and prepare for possible evacuation.