Emergency Preparedness

Emergency, in general, means an immediate threat to life and/or property that requires immediate attention. It may affect anyone at any time and at any place. Each individual must learn the appropriate response protocols for a variety of emergency events. This will help save lives and minimize damage in the event of an emergency.

Emergencies on campus may include:

• Crimes
• Electric shock
• Fall or collapse of building structures
• Fire
• Flooding
• Leakage of town gas
• Lift failure
• Medical emergencies
• Spillage of hazardous substances

The above list is not exhaustive and individual departments should have their own plans for responding to possible emergencies arising from their activities. HSO can provide assistance in developing these plans.

Reporting Emergencies

In the event of an emergency, first move to a safe location away from danger. Then, report the incident to Campus Control Centre promptly either by phone, emergency phone or in person to the 24-hour manned Campus Control Centre located at P111.

Campus Control Centre (24-hour manned)

• Emergency line: 2766 7999 
• General line: 2766 7666

In case of life-threatening emergencies, please call 999 directly to contact local government emergency services. Then, notify Campus Control Centre as soon as possible.