Storm Shelter Procedures and Expectations
SAFE ROOM PROCEDURES
Safe Room doors automatically unlock with the first “Tornado Warning” siren
Safe Room closes when the “Tornado Warning” expires
Safe Room is not designed to accommodate pets
Safe Room and school campuses are smoke/alcohol/drug-free facilities according to Arkansas law
Safe Room doors are to remain closed at all times
PRIORITY OCCUPATION
Students and school staff have first priority during the school day
Safe Room opens after school hours for community shelter during tornado warnings
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Safe Room Manager will be wearing a MIC (Manager in Charge) vest
He or She has access to severe weather information and can answer questions
The Safe Room is not stocked with food, cots, pillows, or blankets
When the Tornado Warning has expired, the Safe Room Manager will close the facility
RULES
- No Pets
- No Weapons
- No Alcohol/Drugs/Tobacco Products
- No Running/Horse Play
- Only Minimal Personal Property
- No Repeated Entries/Exits
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 7:30-4:00
Friday: 7:30-3:30
Local: 1-479-451-8181
TF: 1-800-451-0032
Fax: 1-479-431-6095
Pea Ridge School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin or disability in any of its policies, practices or procedures.
