Policy

Emergency Procedures Preface and Emergency Response Guidelines

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Document Number: EMER--100d
Revision #: 2.0
Document Owner: Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure
Date Last Updated: 1/22/2018
Primary Author: Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure
Status: Approved
Date Originally Created: 02/10/2012
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1. Preface

This manual has been written to establish policies and procedures for campus emergencies. While the guide does not cover every conceivable emergency that could occur, it does provide basic guidelines to be followed for most campus emergencies. Any requests for procedural changes, suggestions or recommendations are to be submitted in writing to the Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure or the Emergency Safety and Services Committee (ESSC) for evaluation and adoption.


2. Important Telephone Numbers and Addresses


Important Telephone Numbers Number
Local Emergency Services 911
Campus Security (if on campus) extension 2222
Campus Security (if off campus) 615.476.3061
Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure 615.547.1255
Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost 615.547.1311
Vice President for Business and Finance 615.547.1249
Human Resources Generalist 615.547.1247
Counseling Center 615.547.1397
Wilson County Emergency Management 615.444.8777
Wilson County Mobile Crisis 800.704.2651
Wilson County Health Department 615.444.5325
Poison Control Center 615.322.6435

Important Addresses:
Cumberland University: One Cumberland Square Lebanon, TN 37087
Commons One: 250 So. Greenwood St. Lebanon TN 37087
Commons Two: 350 So. Greenwood St. Lebanon TN 37087
Justin Potter Hall: 216 So. Greenwood St. Lebanon TN 37087
Edward Potter Hall: 298 So. Greenwood St. Lebanon TN 37087
Learning and Career Commons: 307 McClain Avenue Lebanon TN 37087
South Hall: 303 McClain Avenue Lebanon TN 37087

NOTE:
Without question, the most important thing to remember when addressing any emergency or crisis situation on campus is that your safety is paramount. The safety of each staff member, faculty member, and student is the top priority in all emergency situations.


3. Emergency Response Guidelines

In the Event of a Minor Emergency:
1. Contact Campus Security:
  • If on campus: 2222
  • If calling from a cell phone or off campus: 615-476-3061
2. Call the Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure: 615-547-1255

In the Event of a Major or Life-Threatening Emergency:
1. Dial 911
2. Notify Security at the earliest opportunity: extension 2222 or 615-476-3061
3. Call the Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure: 615-547-1255



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Subject Experts
The following may be consulted for additional information.
Dean of Students

Director of Residence Life and Greek Affairs

Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure
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Regulations
Standards of good practice
University governance