A Lockdown is implemented when there is an active threat of violence on campus. During a lockdown, all individuals are to remain secured in place until Law Enforcement or a Caltech Alert advises that the situation has been resolved. Lockdowns are intended to keep individuals away from a dangerous situation while allowing emergency personnel to contain and handle the threat.
UPON NOTIFICATION OF LOCKDOWN
SECURE
Secure your space. If there are no locks, consider barricading the door
If you are outside and alerted to Lockdown, enter the closest possible building
If it is safe to do so, share the building with those campus members seeking shelter. Look for Caltech ID's and/or uniforms but always use your judgment
Close and lock any windows
Pull blinds
SILENCE
Minimize noise
Keep cell phones turned on but put them on silent mode
Reduce or turn off lights to make yourself less visible in the building
STAY
Remain in a secure location and wait for instructions from emergency personnel or an official source such as the Caltech Alert Emergency Notification system before exiting the building
