Civil disturbances can include protests, demonstrations, riots, or threatening individuals. |
In case of a civil disturbance consider the following:
- Avoid provoking or obstructing demonstrations.
- Contact the Department of Public Safety by calling 301-546-0666 non-emergency line and provide your observations.
- Secure your area if necessary. Lock doors, safes, files, and equipment.
- Avoid the area of disturbance and stay away from doors and windows.
- Continue with normal routines, as much is possible if the disturbance is outside.
- If appropriate and instructed by law enforcement, secure the building by locking all outside doors.