The next campus-wide disaster drill will take place on Wednesday, June 25, beginning around 9:00 a.m., and will involve a power outage.
Before moaning and groaning in anticipation of countless text, e-mail, and phone notifications, consider this: If the power goes out in your office or unit, access to a computer, patient records, and even landlines may be impossible—they all require electricity. This means no Internet, e-mail, or voicemail. The only exception would be a computer or phone plugged into an outlet connected to a functioning backup generator, or a smartphone with wireless capabilities.
It is because of these unknowns that we drill and practice these scenarios—so everyone will get an idea of how to react and function in an emergency.
So, how will you be in the know in the event of an emergency? Here is what we are recommending:
1. Check the intranet: In the event of ANY emergency, if your computer has power, always check VIP first. If it is already open on your desktop, be sure to refresh it so that the most recent content is displayed.
2. Check LLUH social media: In the event of a power outage, your computer will only work if the power source is connected to a backup generator, but you can access social media on your smartphone if you have a wireless connection. If you don’t already, follow @LLUHealth on Twitter and on Facebook. The emergency management team will post updates as available on these sites.
3. Call the emergency hotline: Did you know LLUH has an emergency hotline that can be accessed on or off campus? The most updated information will be available pre-recorded by calling (909) 558-7979 or ext. 87979 during an emergency or drill. Save this number—you never know when you may need it.
4. Send Word Now: The current campus notification system is Send Word Now. The preferred emergency contact information that you provided to LLUH is populated into this system. We will notify you in the event of an emergency or drill as information is available via e-mail, voice, or text/pager. To update or change your information, you can do so in People Portal. Click on “personal information” on the left side bar to update your personal contact information.
The LLUH phone system is connected to backup power and will be a primary means of communication in the event of a power outage.
Additional questions regarding drill communication can be directed to Briana Pastorino in the public relations office at 558-8357 or ext. 88357.