Emergency procedures

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.