Black/VP&S Bldgs.: Temporary electrical shutdown, Dec. 10, 6 a.m.- 8 a.m.

We will be conducting a temporary electrical shutdown in the William Black and Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons buildings from 6 a.m. to approximately 8 a.m. on Saturday, December 10. 

The following services will be affected:

• Normal power to all spaces located on the first floor of the Black Building
• IT network connectivity (wired and wireless internet) throughout the Black and VP&S buildings
• Public Safety’s operations will be relocated to Hammer LL1-103 for the duration of the shutdown. You may, however, still contact Public Safety via telephone at 212-305-8100 (main line) or 212-305-7979 (emergencies)

If you are located on the first floor of the Black Building, please take the following precautionary steps before you leave on Friday, December 9:

• Save all files and important documents.
• Completely turn off all computers and laptops.
• Turn off all other electronic devices and non-essential laboratory equipment.
• Ensure that all essential equipment is connected to emergency power (red) outlets. If you are unsure if your equipment is plugged into an emergency power outlet, please contact CUIMC Facilities Management at cumc.facilities@columbia.edu, and a representative from Facilities Engineering will visit and assess your area.

If you have questions in advance of the shutdown, please contact Frank Menard, project manager at fm2639@cumc.columbia.edu.