Emergency Coordination

Office of the Director of Public Safety

All campus wide emergencies (fire, severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, etc.) should be referred directly to the Public Safety Department. The Public Safety Department will coordinate the efforts of the area Police and Fire Department and others responding to the emergency.

Public Safety Department

Under the direction of the director of Public Safety, the Public Safety Department and the Physical Plant Department will respond to all emergencies, provide assistance as required, assess the situation, and maintain communication and coordination through and following the emergency.

Notification Protocol

Depending upon the existing emergency and circumstances, the Public Safety Department will notify appropriate university departments and personnel. The notification roster will be kept at the Public Safety Department dispatch center.