What to Do in an Emergency

In emergencies, we all have to work together: When confronted with an exceptional situation, we must act quickly while remaining calm. But how should we react if there is a medical emergency in our direct vicinity, if a fire breaks out, if we witness violence against third parties or are directly targeted ourselves?
DownloadThe brochure How to Play it Safe at ETH Zurich (PDF, 151 KB) explains how we as members of ETH Zurich can best react in these situations. You can find further information on the following pages.

information on how to react in case of fire and evacuation

information on how to react if an accident or medical incidents happens

information on how to react if an incidents with chemicals happens

information on how to react if there is violence on the campus

Reporting an emergency

Where? Location of the incident (building, floor, room no.)
What? Type of emergency situation
Who? Name of the person reporting/contact details
When? Time of the incident
How many? Number of patients (and their injuries)
What else? Any other imminent hazards

Emergency Numbers

The Emergency Desk can be contacted 24 hours a day:

from internal lines: on 888
from external lines or mobile phones: on +41 44 342 11 88

European Emergency Number (0)112
Police: (0)117
Fire brigade (and water pollution control): (0)118
Accidents (ambulance): (0)144