Campus EmergenciesCampus EmergenciesSince an emergency is sudden and without warning, these procedures are designed to be flexible in order to accommodate contingencies of type and magnitude. Definitions of Emergencies: 1 . Minor Emergency: Any incident, potential or actual, which will not seriously affect the overall functional capacity of the University. Report incidents immediately to Security at extensions 5500, 222 or (425) 864-1552. 2. Major Emergency : Any incident, potential or actual, which affects an entire building(s), and will disrupt the overall operations of the University. Outside emergency services will probably be required, as well as major efforts from campus support services. Major policy considerations and decisions will be required from the University administration during times of crisis. Report incident to Security personnel. 3. Disaster: Any event that seriously impairs or halts the operations of the University. Mass personal casualties and severe property damage may be sustained. A coordinated effort of all campus-wide resources will be required. Outside emergency services will be essential. In all cases of disaster, an Emergency Control Center will be activated, and the appropriate support and operational plans will be executed. Any incident should be promptly reported to the Executive Vice President of Finance, the Vice President for Student Development and the Director of Campus Security.
Declaration of Campus State of EmergencyThe authority to declare a campus state of emergency rests with the University President, his designate, or representative, as follows: During the period of any major campus emergency the Security Department, as required, shall place into immediate affect the appropriate procedures necessary in order to meet the emergency (safeguarding persons and property, and maintain educational facilities). The Plant Manager and the Director of Campus Security shall immediately consult with the President or his designate regarding the emergency and the possible need for a declaration of a campus state of emergency. When this declaration is made, only registered students, faculty, staff and affiliates; (i.e. persons required by employment), are authorized to be present on campus. Those who cannot present proper identification (registration or identification card, or other ID) showing their legitimate business on campus will be asked to leave the campus. In addition, only those faculty and staff members who have been assigned emergency resource team duties or issued an emergency pass by the Campus Security Department will be allowed to enter the immediate disaster site. In the event of fires, storms, major disasters occurring (about the campus) or which involve University property; Security Officers may be dispatched to determine the extent of any damage to University property.
Emergency Closure Notification ProceduresWhen the daily class schedule is jeopardized by weather or natural disasters, the Provost shall confer with the President for the purpose of deciding the course of action. If the Provost is not available for conference, the Registrar shall be responsible for emergency decision-making on behalf of the Provost. If the final decision is to cancel the daily class schedule, the Provost or his representative, will contact the following local radio and television stations in order to communicate the intent to cancel classes:
The Provost will activate the Faculty Emergency Phone Chain for the purpose of contacting all faculty regarding the cancellation of the daily class schedule. The Provost will contact the Executive Vice President of Finance regarding the cancellation of the daily class schedule. Students will be notified via voicemail, e-mail, the Residence Life staff, and/or the Student Development Office. At that time, the Executive Vice President of Finance will confer with the President regarding the staff and administration working day. If the final decision is to cancel a working day, the Executive Vice President of Finance will activate the Administrative Personnel Emergency Phone Chain. Any member of the University community that endangers persons or property during an emergency or potential emergency will result in corrective disciplinary action, which may include suspension or dismissal from Northwest University.
Emergency Services
Fire and Fire DrillsFire drills will be conducted in all of the University buildings. General instructions are: 1. Close all windows and doors. 2. Walk — DO NOT RUN — to the nearest exit. Exit routes are posted in each building. 3. Move to designated evacuation areas or at least 250 feet away from the building in case of a natural gas explosion. 4. Stay outside until a clearance signal is given. 5. If you notice a fire in the building:
6. Use stairs only! Do not use elevators.
LiabilityThe University does not assume the responsibility to provide housing or food service in the case of a major disaster that would render the present facilities inoperable. The University cannot and does not insure against or assume responsibility for loss due to fire, theft, vandalism, loss of life, personal injury or vehicle damage.
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