Emergency Operation Plan: Appendices

Appendix 1: National Incident Management System (NIMS)

NIMS is a modular emergency management system designed for all hazards and levels of emergency response. This system creates a combination of facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communication operating within a standardized organizational structure. The system is used by the Department of Homeland Security and throughout the United States as the basis for emergency response management. Use of the NIMS at the university facilitates the university's ability to communicate and coordinate response actions with other jurisdictions and external emergency response agencies. As a management system, NIMS helps to mitigate the incident risks by providing accurate information, strict accountability, planning and cost-effective operations and logistical support for any incident. NIMS can be used on any kind or size of an incident. It can also be used for planned non-emergency events. Some of the kinds of incidents and events that have been managed through NIMS are listed below:

• Fires, HAZMAT, and multi-casualty incidents.
• Multi-jurisdiction and multi-agency disaster responses (natural disaster, terrorism, civil unrest).
• Search and rescue missions.
• Significant transportation accidents.
• Major planned events, e.g., celebrations, parades, concerts.

Key Principles of NIMS

• Modular response model based on activating only those organizational elements required to meet current objectives.
• Common terminology applied to organization elements, position titles, facility designations and resources.
• Unified command structure so that organizational elements are linked to form a single overall structure with appropriate span-of-control limits.
• Comprehensive resource management for coordinating and inventorying resources for field responses.
• Integrated communication so that information systems operate smoothly among all response agencies involved.
• Generic positions whereby individuals are trained for each emergency response role and follow prepared action checklists.
• Consolidated action plans that contain strategy to meet objectives at both the field response and Emergency Operations Center levels.

Organization

NIMS is organized around five major management activities.

Command

Has overall responsibility at the incident or event. Determines objectives and establishes priorities based on the nature of the incident, available resources and agency policy. In all incidents, there is an identified Incident Commander or a unified command team. These have responsibility for overall management of the incident and must be fully qualified to manage the incident.

Operations

Develops the tactical organization and directs all resources to carry out the Incident Action Plan.

Planning

Develops the Incident Action Plan to accomplish the objectives. Collects and evaluates information, and maintains status of assigned resources.

Logistics

Provides resources and all other services needed to support the organization.

Finance/Administration

Monitors costs related to the incident, provides accounting, procurement, time recording, cost analysis, and overall fiscal guidance.

• On small incidents, the five major activities may be managed by a single individual. Large incidents usually
  require each of these activities to be established as a separate section within the organization.
• Not all sections need to be established within NIMS organization.
• The Incident Commander will make this decision based on the demands of the incident. Each of the primary
  Incident Command System sections may be further subdivided as reflected in the organization chart.

Appendix 2: Building Emergency Coordinators

Building Emergency Coordinators (BEC) act as a liaison between their respective building occupants and Facilities Management, Department of Environmental Health & Safety and/or the University Police Department (UPD). The BEC may report safety issues to Department of Environmental Health & Safety and security issues to the UPD. The BEC will act as a point of contact during emergency situations to the Incident Commander and/or the Emergency Operation Center (EOC).

Operation of the Building Emergency Coordinator system is based upon the following guidelines:

1. BECs must be full-time employees of the University. They must be readily available during working hours and must have the ability to be contacted during off-working hours should an emergency arise. Students, graduate assistants, and part-time employees are not acceptable BECs as they are not generally available throughout the workday and do not bring continuity to the BEC program.
2. BECs act as the liaison between building occupants and University Police Department (UPD), Department of Environmental Health & Safety, and Facilities Management.
3. The BECs job is mainly a position of communication. Working arrangements are made between the Building Emergency Coordinator, their dean, director or department head and UPD, Department of Environmental Health & Safety, and Facilities.
4. BEC appointments are made by the occupying department head in cooperation with the Environmental Health & Safety Director and the Vice President for Business & Administration. If the occupying department is unable to select a BEC, the Vice President for Business & Administration will appoint a BEC. Please notify the Environmental Health & Safety Director when any changes in Building Emergency Coordinator assignments are made.

Authority of a Building Emergency Coordinator

• BECs are authorized to evacuate their area of responsibility or building if, in their judgment, a situation exists justifying such action.
• BECs are authorized to act as the liaison between the UPD and Department of Environmental Health & Safety during certain emergency situations.

Appendix 4: Emergency Procedures

Serious Injury or Accident

• Do not move a seriously injured person unless there is a life-threatening situation.
• Call the UPD at 911 from a campus phone or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.
• Give your name, location, and telephone number.
• Give as much information as possible regarding the nature of the injury or illness, whether or not the victim is conscious, etc. Officers will arrange for paramedic/ambulance, if required.
• Return to the victim. Keep the victim as calm and comfortable as possible.
• Remain with the victim until the UPD and/or emergency personnel arrive.

Hazardous Materials Incident – Spill

• If toxic chemicals come in contact with your skin, immediately flush the affected area with clear water. Use chemical showers, if available.
• Call the UPD at 911 from a campus phone or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.
• Give your name, location, and telephone number.
• Be as accurate as possible when describing the type of material spilled, quantity, and location.
• Notify your supervisor/instructor of the extent and location of the spill, if possible.
• If there is any possible danger, evacuate the area immediately.

Hazardous Materials Incident – Fire

• Upon discovering a chemical fire, close windows and doors where the fire is located and immediately sound the building alarm.
• Call the UPD at 911 from a campus phone or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.
• If the fire is large, very smoky, or rapidly spreading, evacuate the building immediately. Inform others in the building who may not have responded to the alarm to evacuate immediately. The alarm may not sound continuously. If the alarm stops, continue to evacuate. Warn others who may enter the building after the alarm stops.
• Walk; do not run, to the nearest exit.
• When fire alarms sound, do not use elevators. An elevator may become inoperative and a trap.
• Give assistance (if necessary) to disabled persons using the stairs.
• Evacuate to a distance of at least 500 feet from the building and stay out of the way of emergency personnel.

Hazardous Materials Incident – Exposure

• Immediately use the closest eyewash or shower for a minimum of 15 minutes.
• Remove contaminated clothing.
• Call the UPD at 911 from a campus phone or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.

If you are not exposed, but witness the exposure:

• Call the UPD at 911 from a campus phone or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.
• Remain in the area and keep area clear.
• Provide assistance to the exposed individual if there is no danger to you.
• Remove injured individual if possible.

Hazardous Materials Incident – Gas Leak

Gas Odor

• Call the UPD at 911 or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.
• Warn others in the immediate area
• Vacate and secure area
• Notify department head/building proctor
• Meet with and assist emergency response personnel

Major Leak (e.g., pipeline break)

• Call the UPD at 911 or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.
• Initiate evacuation of the building or, if outside, isolate the area
• Warn others in the immediate area
• Prevent sources of ignition (cigarettes, electrical equipment, etc.)
• Meet with and assist emergency response personnel
• Do not re-enter building or outside area until cleared by authorized personnel

Fire or Smoke

Before a fire situation arises:

Identify the location of the nearest fire alarm and extinguisher

Upon discovering a fire:

• Close the door to the room where the fire is located. Immediately sound the building fire alarm.
• Call the UPD at 911 from a campus phone or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone. Give your name, department, and location of fire. Do not hang up until the Dispatcher tells you to do so.
• If the fire is small, you may wish to fight it with a fire extinguisher or building hose. Be sure you are using the proper extinguisher for the type of fire you are fighting.
• If the fire is large, very smoky, or rapidly spreading, evacuate the building immediately. Inform others in the building who may not have responded to the alarm to evacuate immediately.
• Warn others who may enter the building after the alarm stops.
• Walk; do not run, to the nearest exit.
• When fire alarm sounds, do not use elevators. An elevator may become inoperable and a trap. Give assistance (if necessary) to all disabled persons in using the stairs.
• Evacuate to a distance of at least 500 feet from the building and stay out of the way of emergency personnel.
• Do not return to the building until instructed to do so by emergency personnel.

Verbal – Written Threats

Verbal Threats

• If you witness or overhear a verbal threat advocating violence towards another person, treat this incident as a Crime in Process.
• Do not attempt to apprehend or interfere with the criminal except in the case of self-protection.
• If safe to do so, stop and take time to get a good description of the criminal. “Be a Good Witness.” Note height, weight, sex, race, approximate age, clothing, method and direction of travel, and his/ her name if known. All this takes only a few seconds and is of the utmost help to the investigating officers. If the criminal is entering a vehicle, note the license plate number, make, model, color, and any outstanding characteristics of the vehicle.
• Call the UPD at 911 or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone. Give your name, location, and department. Advise the dispatcher of the situation and stay on the line until told to do otherwise. Remain where you are until contacted by an officer.

Written Threats

• A written threat can be anything from a note passed in class, a statement written on a chalk- board, or an e-mail or text message.
• Call the UPD at 911 or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone. Give your name, location, and department. Provide details such as if the person who passed/uttered the threat is known/present and if the intended target is known/present.

Crime In Progress

Crime in Progress

• Do not attempt to apprehend or interfere with the criminal.
• If safe to do so, stop and take time to get a good description of the criminal. “Be a Good Witness.” Note height, weight, sex, race, approximate age, clothing, method and direction of travel, and his/her name, if known. All this takes only a few seconds, and is of the utmost help to the investigating officers. If the criminal is entering a vehicle, note the license plate number, make and model, color and outstanding characteristics.
• Contact the UPD at 911 or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone. Give your name, location, and department.
• Advise dispatcher of the situation and remain where you are until contacted by an officer.

Civil Disturbance or Demonstration

• Do not interfere with those persons creating the disturbance or with authorities on the scene.
• Whenever a civil disturbance/demonstration becomes a threat, contact the UPD at 911 or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone. To avoid escalating the situation, use a private office to place this call whenever possible.
• Calmly alert all employees in the area of the situation.
• Continue with the normal routine as much as possible. If the disturbance is outside, stay away from doors and windows.
• If a threat to person or property is evident, plan to evacuate the area.
• Lock all doors, secure all files, documents, and equipment.

Suspicious Object or Package:

• In the event of a suspicious object/package observed on campus, do not handle the object, immediately clear the area and call the UPD at 911 from a campus phone or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.

Evacuation of the Area:

• If instructed to evacuate, move a minimum of 500 feet away from the building.
• If inclement weather conditions exist, move to another building a safe distance away.
• Do not return to an evacuated building unless instructed to do so by emergency personnel.

Evacuation of Persons with Disabilities

It is suggested that the wheelchair occupant or person with mobility impairment prepare for emergencies ahead of time by instructing a classmate or instructor of how to assist him/her in the case of an emergency.

In the event of an emergency, persons in wheelchairs and other disabled individuals should observe the following evacuation procedures.

• All persons should move toward the nearest marked exit.
• As a first choice, the wheelchair occupant or person with mobility impairment may use building elevators, but never in the case of fire.
• As a second choice, when a wheelchair occupant or other person with mobility impairment reaches an obstruction such as a staircase, he/she should request assistance from others in the area.
• If assistance is not immediately available, the wheelchair occupant or person with mobility impairment should stay in the exit corridor, or the stairway or landing. He/she should continue to call for help until rescued. A person who cannot speak loudly should carry a whistle or have other means of attracting the attention of others.
• Rescue, fire and/or police personnel, will first check all exits, corridors and exit stairwells for trapped persons.

All individuals are to follow the direction of the emergency response personnel on scene.

Bomb Threats

• Bomb threats are usually received by telephone.
• The person receiving the bomb threat should remain calm and attempt to obtain as much information as possible from the caller by using the checklist on the following page.
• Remain calm.
• Signal someone near to call UPD as discretely as possible.
• If you are the one calling UPD:
• Give your name, location and telephone number. Inform the dispatcher of the situation, including any information you have as to the location of the bomb, time it is set to explode and the time when the call was received.
• Inform your supervisor and/or department head.

Evacuation of the Area:

• If instructed to evacuate, move a minimum of 500 feet away from the building.
• If inclement weather conditions exist, move to another building a safe distance away.
• Do not return to an evacuated building unless instructed to do so by emergency personnel.

Severe Weather – Winds, Tornado, Lightning

Severe Winds

• The best protection in severe winds is a permanent building on the campus. As a result, steps will be taken to ensure the safety of students/employees within the buildings rather than to evacuate. Time permitting, students and employees in temporary structures will be moved to permanent buildings/structures.
• At the time of warning of impending severe winds, property and equipment not properly anchored should be moved inside a building or tied down.
• Immediately after the cessation of severe winds, university personnel will inspect all areas for damage.

Tornado

Drop and Tuck Position:

• With your head toward an interior wall,
• Drop to your knees,
• Bend forward and tuck your body to your legs,
• Clasp your hands across the back of your neck

Prior to a tornado strike (Supervisors, Directors, Managers)

• Make all persons in the area aware of shelter areas,
• Assist with drop and tuck directions,
• Assist emergency personnel in directing individuals to shelter area.

Lightning Prediction Warning

The Perry Weather Lightning Prediction System has been installed on campus and will sound a warning when lightning is likely to strike on or near the campus. Horns will sound for approximately 15 seconds and the system lights will continue to flash until the danger is past. When the danger is past, the horns will sound 3 blasts for 5 seconds each and the lights will turn off.

When the warning is sounded –

• Cease outdoor activities
• Seek shelter inside a building or automobile

Avoid –

• Open areas; places near water, trees, metal fences, overhead wires or power lines, elevated ground or open vehicles.

Shelter in Place

When emergency conditions do not warrant or allow evacuation, the safest method to protect individuals may be to take shelter inside a campus building and await further instructions.

• Move indoors or remain there. Avoid windows and areas with glass.
• If available, take a radio or television to the room to track emergency status.
• Keep telephone lines free for emergency responders. DO NOT CALL 911 FOR INFORMATION.
• If hazardous materials are involved,
  • Turn off all ventilation systems and close all outside air inlets
  • Select a room that is easy to seal and, if possible, has a water supply and access to restrooms
  • If you smell gas or vapor, hold a wet cloth loosely over your nose and mouth and breathe through it in as normal a fashion as possible

Building Evacuation

Upon notification to evacuate, quickly:

• Take only essentials with you (e.g., eyeglasses, medications, and identification and cash/checkbook/credit cards); do not pack belongings.
• Turn off unnecessary equipment, computers and appliances.
• Close the door as you exit your room or office.
• Listen to radio, if available, to monitor emergency status.
• Do not use your personal vehicle for evacuation unless specifically ordered to do so. If cars are used to evacuate, protect against hazardous materials by keeping windows closed and outside air conditioning systems turned off. If you need special assistance, contact your Resident Advisor, Hall Director, or other appropriate emergency contact.
• If these persons are not available, call University Police Dispatch at 903.886.5868 for assistance.

Heat Related Injury

Heat Stroke

Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related disorder. It occurs when the body becomes unable to control its temperature: the body’s temperature rises rapidly, the sweating mechanism fails, and the body is unable to cool down.

Symptoms of heat stroke include:

• Hot, dry skin (no sweating)
• Hallucinations
• Chills
• Throbbing headache
• High body temperature
• Confusion/dizziness
• Slurred speech

First Aid

• Call the UPD at 911 from a campus phone or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone.
• Move the sick employee to a cool shaded area.
• Cool the employee using methods such as:
• Soaking their clothes with water.
• Spraying, sponging, or showering them with water.
• Fanning their body.

Heat Exhaustion

Heat exhaustion is the body’s response to an excessive loss of water and salt, usually through excessive sweating. Employees most prone to heat exhaustion are those that are elderly, have high blood pressure, and those working in a hot environment.

Symptoms of heat exhaustion include:

• Heavy sweating
• Extreme weakness or fatigue
• Dizziness, confusion
• Nausea
• Clammy, moist skin
• Pale or flushed complexion
• Muscle cramps
• Slightly elevated body temperature
• Fast and shallow breathing

First Aid

• Have them rest in a cool, shaded or air-conditioned area.
• Have them drink plenty of water or other cool, nonalcoholic beverages.
• Have them take a cool shower, bath, or sponge bath.

Heat Cramps

Heat cramps usually affect employees who sweat a lot during strenuous activity. This sweating depletes the body’s salt and moisture levels. Low salt levels in muscles causes painful cramps. Heat cramps may also be a symptom of heat exhaustion.

Symptoms

• Muscle pain or spasms usually in the abdomen, arms, or legs.

Employees with heat cramps should:

• Stop all activity, and sit in a cool place.
• Drink clear juice or a sports beverage.
• Do not return to strenuous work for a few hours after the cramps subside because further exertion may lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

Seek medical attention if any of the following apply:

• The employee has heart problems.
• The employee is on a low-sodium diet.
• The cramps do not subside within one hour.

Heat Rash

Heat rash is a skin irritation caused by excessive sweating during hot, humid weather.

Symptoms of heat rash include:

• Heat rash looks like a red cluster of pimples or small blisters.
• It is more likely to occur on the neck and upper chest, in the groin, under the breasts, and in elbow creases.

Employees experiencing heat rash should:

• Try to work in a cooler, less humid environment when possible.
• Keep the affected area dry.
• Dusting powder may be used to increase comfort.

Electrical, Elevator, Plumbing, Ventilation, Telecommunications

If the situation is immediately dangerous to life, contact the UPD at 911 or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone. Proceed to evacuate the area and notify surrounding individuals of emergency.

Electrical/Light Failure:

• In the event of electrical failure, call Facilities at 5761 from a campus phone, or 903.886.5761 from a cell phone.

Elevator Failure:

• All elevators are equipped with emergency alarms. Stay calm. Use the intercom telephone or the emergency button. University personnel will be dispatched to the elevator for assistance.

Plumbing Failure/Flooding:

• Cease using all electrical equipment, vacate the area and call Facilities at 5761 from a campus phone, or 903.886.5761 from a cell phone.

Ventilation:

• If smoke or burning smells come from the ventilation system, vacate the area and immediately contact the UPD at 911 or 903.886.5111 from a cell phone. Proceed to evacuate the area and notify surrounding individuals of emergency.

Telephone System Failure:

• Should a telephone instrument become inoperable during the course of the routine workday send a Work Request by e-mail to technology services ([email protected])

Should college telephones become inoperable during an emergency situation such as that associated with severe weather, contact UPD by cell phone at 903.886.5868, try to locate a patrol officer, try to use one of the university emergency telephones located throughout the university grounds, or try to locate a university facility employee with a radio.

Appendix 5: Secondary Response Teams

Secondary response teams are established to assist with operational needs to emergency situations that will require additional or specific information and communication processes.

The team will:

• Establish specific communication processes that will be disseminated to the campus community
• Identify any training required and who will need the training
• Complete ICS 100 training
• Be organized and structured following the process of the National Incident Management System

Annex D of the EOP will provide detailed processes and organization of the recognized Secondary Response Team established for East Texas A&M University

Appendix 6: Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT)

The East Texas A&M Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) provides rapid response psychological crisis intervention to mitigate the effects of trauma following a critical incident impacting the campus community.

The East Texas A&M CIRT program will be detailed in Annex M of the Emergency Operation Plan. The CIRT is comprised of a Core Team: Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students, Executive Director for Student Access and Success.

The CIRT may be activated by operational and response needs of the Emergency Operations Center and/or University Police by contacting the Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students office or the Counseling Center.

Appendix 7: Active Attacker

The threat associated with an active attacker on campus presents an immediate danger to students, faculty, staff, and visitors of East Texas A&M University (ETAMU). When these life-threatening incidents occur, they will require specific and immediate response actions in order to stop the attack, minimize injuries and loss of life, and begin recovery efforts.

The active attacker portion of this Appendix reflects and incorporates the primary goal of the University to protect lives, preserve property, and provide for the resumption of essential services and normal activities as soon as possible. Implementation of this as a response to active attacker incidents involves making management and executive decisions during emergencies which may affect campus operations, schedules, and work assignments in the campus community. This applies to all University-sponsored incidents on campus and all public or private University-sanctioned activities on university property.

Concept of Operations

Active attacker incidents include, but are not limited to, the following:

• An active shooter incident
• Explosive incident
• Barricaded subject
• Armed intruder

The University Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency of jurisdiction for active attacker response on the ETAMU campus and will respond in accordance with University Police procedures.

Prevention

Texas A&M University's behavioral assessment team is known as the Special Situations Team. Under the purview of the Division of Student Affairs, their charge is to assess circumstances, enhance communication, and initiate appropriate response to specific behavioral problems that may involve threats to the safety and security of the University.

The Special Situations Team is comprised of a variety of members to include general counsel, student health services, student counseling services, disability services, human resources, faculty representatives, student affairs representatives, and university police. The team is not an emergency response group. Rather, this team meets as needed depending on the reported circumstances.

The Tell Somebody Campaign and website is the reporting mechanism for the campus community to notify the Special Situations Team in a confidential manner of persons exhibiting concerning behavior. This is not a system to be used for reporting emergencies. Emergencies should be reported immediately by calling 911.

Incident Organization

Response activities of an Active Attacker situation will follow the operational aspect of the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

This system creates a combination of facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communication operating within a standardized organizational structure. The system is used by the Department of Homeland Security and throughout the United States as the basis for emergency response management. Use of NIMS as a basis for its organization and response to emergency management at the university facilitates the university's ability to communicate and coordinate response actions with other jurisdictions and external emergency response providers.

For detailed explanation of the NIMS organization and structure, refer to the Response section of the EOP.

Assignment of Responsibilities

ETAMU University Police Department

• Mitigate threat and save lives
• Ensure emergency notifications are timely and accurate
• Establish an Incident Command Post and Staging Area as needed
• Provide incident scene control and security
• Coordinate tactical communications
• Investigate the incident and process the scene
• Coordinate with MarCom to provide accurate information for media releases
• Approve public information releases
• Coordinate with supporting agencies

ETAMU Environmental Health & Safety

• Provide additional support with communications and manpower as needed Division of Student Affairs
• Assist with relocation of on-campus residents as needed
• Assist law enforcement with accessing emergency contacts and next of kin information

ETAMU Marketing and Communications

• Serve as the primary point of contact for news media
• Manage the Joint Information Center and all press conferences
• Update appropriate websites and maintain the university's social media

ETAMU Critical Incident Response Team

• Provide counseling and crisis intervention services for students
• Provide counseling and crisis intervention services for affected staff and faculty
• Provide support for family assistance center as needed

ETAMU Facilities

• Provide building and facility plans as requested by the Command Staff to support law enforcement response
• Provide maintenance equipment and personnel as requested
• Provide support in custodial or contracted services for remediation and clean-up in the recovery process
• Provide access to utility shut offs as requested by the Command Staff for law enforcement response

ETAMU Human Resources

Assist law enforcement with accessing emergency contacts and next of kin information

Provide support for family assistance center as needed

Incident Management

University Police are responsible for on-scene incident management of all tactical response and rescue operations for Active Attacker situations on ETAMU property. The Incident Commander may choose to establish a Unified Command depending on the circumstances of the incident.

If the situation exceeds the response capability of the University Police, mutual aid may be requested from the following local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies:

• Commerce Police Department
• Hunt County Sheriff's Office
• Hunt County Constables
• Hunt County Homeland Security
• Commerce ISD Police Department
• Texas Department of Public Safety
• Federal Bureau of Investigation/Joint Terrorism Task Force

Depending on the duration and circumstances of an active attacker, the Incident Commander, UPD Police Chief and/or the Emergency Management Coordinator, may activate the EOC to provide centralized coordination and communications, organize public information services, establish a family assistance center, and facilitate resource requests to support on-scene tactical response.

The Incident Commander, UPD Chief of Police, Emergency Management Coordinator, and university administration should consider the following:

• Frequency and content of notifications and warnings
• Interoperable communications with outside agencies
• Emergency public information to include frequency of media releases and press conferences and on-site media management
• Traffic management including alternate bus operations
• Perimeter control and building security
• Mass casualty and mass fatality management

Initial Response

1. AVOID / RUN – If there is an accessible escape path, use it.
   • Pay attention to your surroundings
   • Move away from the source of the threat as quickly as possible
   • The more distance and barriers between you and the threat, the better
   • Leave your belongings behind
   • When leaving the building with law enforcement present, keep your hands in the air and follow the directions of law enforcement
2. DENY / HIDE – If evacuation is not possible, find a secure place to hide and barricade your space.
   • Keep distance between you and the source of the threat
   • Lock doors, create barriers to prevent or slow down the threat from getting to you
   • Remain out of sight and quiet – silence your phone
3. DEFEND / FIGHT – As a last resort AND only when your life is in imminent danger
   • If you cannot Avoid or Deny, be prepare to defend yourself
   • Be aggressive and committed to your actions
   • Do not fight fair, THIS IS ABOUT SURVIVAL

Recovery

Recovery from an act of violence incident involves more than just repairs to physical facilities and infrastructure (see Annex A: Institutional Continuity Plan). University administration should also consider the following:

• Crime scene investigations
• Interruption or disruption of critical infrastructure
• Mental health and crisis counseling for first responders, students, faculty, and staff
• Resumption of teaching and research
• Memorial services

List of Annex

• Annex A – Continuity of Operations
• Annex C – Exercise and Evaluation Program
• Annex D – Secondary Response Teams
• Annex H – Disaster Recovery Plan (IT)
• Annex M – Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT)
• Annex X – Contacts (Not for distribution)

*All annex documents are available through the Department of Environmental Health & Safety.