Earlier this morning, a 4.6 magnitude earthquake shook the Seattle region. Fortunately, no damage has been reported on the North Seattle College campus. We want to use this time to remind you of what to do during an earthquake on campus. Please read through the overview below, familiarize with evacuation assembly points on campus, ensure your contact information and emergency notification…, Drop, Cover and Hold on, !, DROP, where you are, onto your hands and knees. This position protects you from being knocked down and also allows you to stay low and crawl to shelter if nearby. , COVER, your head and neck with one arm and hand · If a sturdy table or desk is nearby, crawl underneath it for shelter · If no shelter is nearby, crawl next to an interior wall (away from windows) · Stay on your knees; bend over to protect vital organs , HOLD ON, until shaking stops · Under shelter: hold on to it with one hand; be ready to move with your shelter if it shifts · No shelter: hold on to your head and neck with both arms and hands. , In a wheelchair:, Lock the wheels once you are in a safe position. If unable to move quickly, stay where you are. Cover your head and neck with your arms. , Outdoors:, Move to a clear area if you can safely do so; avoid power lines, trees, signs, buildings, vehicles, and other hazards. , Stay in the hold position until you hear the all clear over the PA system., , What to expect from North, During any emergency situation and/or drill, North’s security team and communications team will respond quickly to: • Make an announcement over the PA system asking you to Drop, Cover and Hold On • Send a RAVE emergency notification alerting you to the emergency (which delivers to email, phone, social media and computer screens) • Notifications will also be sent as soon as the…
All, students are required to report their vaccination status or file an exemption by, Nov. 1, 2021, . You can report your status now using ctcLink. Details and instructions are available online . For everyone’s health and safety, we’ve chosen to be a fully vaccinated campus, per Governor Inslee’s higher education proclamation . The proclamation requires all students, staff, and faculty to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with some exemptions., Students who do not report their vaccination status or file an exemption by Nov. 1 will not be allowed to register for Winter Quarter 2022 classes until they report their status or file an exemption., Getting Vaccinated, , Get the facts about COVID-19 vaccines . COVID-19 vaccine is always free, no insurance required. Most pharmacies, clinics, and public health centers now offer drop-in COVID-19 vaccination with no appointment needed. Find information about where to get free vaccinations at Vaccinate WA and the King County Vaccination Pop-Ups Schedule ., If You Are Coming to Any of Our Campuses, If you plan to come to any of our campuses for instruction or services, please observe the following protocols. Wear a mask/face covering that fully covers your mouth and nose while in any indoor public spaces. Masks/face coverings are required regardless of vaccination status. Complete the Daily Wellness Screening Form each day before you come to campus. Do not come to campus if you are …, More Details Are Available on Our Website , COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement Current COVID-19 Procedures and Campus Entry Protocols Masks and Social Distancing