Power outages
- The library will remain open during a power outage, including up to 30 minutes after sunset. After that time, the library will close.
- If the library is close to capacity, the front doors may be locked to prevent additional persons from entering.
- The library will close if there is a health or safety issue associated with the power outage.
- Library services may not be available.
- Elevator is not available during power outages.
- Patrons in poorly lit areas should collect their belongings and move to an area with natural or emergency lighting.
Fire alarm
- The library will be evacuated whenever a fire alarm sounds in the Academic Resource Centre (ARC).
- Library users will collect their belongings and exit through the front doors of the library continuing out of the ARC building, unless otherwise directed by library staff.
- When the alarm stops ringing, the library will remain closed until an “all clear” message is received from an authorized person (e.g. Campus Safety, fire department).
Severe weather
- The library will generally remain open when classes are cancelled. Some reduction in service may occur.
- When the campus is closed, the library will also close.
Check the UTSC Severe Weather Guidelines for more information.