Managing the Risks - Fire and Life Safety - Presentation 4 of 9

Managing the RisksA Risk Management Presentation

For UT Dallas Student Organizations

Fire and Life Safety

Presentation 4 of 9

IT’S THE LAW

State law prohibits the possession of any explosive, firearm,Imitation firearm, ammunition or hazardous chemicals onUniversity property.

MANAGING THE RISKS ● Fire and Life Safety

Policy

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Dallas to provide the safest possible environment for our students, faculty, staff and visitors. Each member of our academic community is urged to accept the challenge of maintaining an accident-free environment.


Penalties

Tampering with or destroying fire safety equipment can lead to fines and fees for repair as well as possible sanctions from law enforcement authorities and the Dean of Students.

In the event that there is an injury or death, there can also be criminal and civil charges filed against you and/or your organization.


• When planning for an event, make sure the venue is large enough to handle the expected attendance. Crowd control is essential.

• Make sure during organizational meetings and events that all entrances and exits are unobstructed. Do not obstruct or tamper with smoke detectors or sprinkler systems.

• Do not over load electrical circuits and remember to always use surge protectors.

What You Can Do


• Never ignore a fire alarm. “Oh, it’s just another drill.”

• If you suspect or know of any one who may be in possession of any illegal weapons on campus, please report it immediately to UT Dallas Police at 972-883-2331 or call 911.


What You Can Do

Objectives


• Identify the resources available to student organizations pertaining to fire and life safety.

• Understand how your actions can be part of the solution to any potential or ongoing fire and life safety issue.

• Personal safety.• Event planning.• What to do during a crisis.

• University Police 972-883-2331‒ www.utdallas.edu/police‒ Our police are trained in the same fashion

as the City of Richardson Police.‒ They can provide security services for campus

events.‒ They offer a variety of trainings for students and

student organizations regarding safety.

• Calling 911 from a cell phone will connect you with the City of Richardson dispatch.‒ Remember to provide detailed emergency

information

In An Emergency, who Can You Call?


http://www.utdallas.edu/police

Fire, Police, Or EMS


• If your gut says you think you should call 911, then call.

• Be patient when speaking with the operator. They will ask a lot of questions; provide as much detail as possible.

• Do not hung up until the operator hangs up – unless you are imminent danger.

For medical advice contact: Health Center 972-883-2747

For counseling advice contact: Counseling Center at 972-883-2575

Not Feeling Well?


For Fire Prevention Serviceswww.utdallas.edu/ehs

For Safety and Securitywww.utdallas.edu/enroll/visit/safety.php?nocookies=false

For the Office of Campus Safety and Securityhttp://www.utdallas.edu/safety/

For forms related to planning campus eventsPlease contact the Student Organization Center at

972-883-6551

And There Is Still More


http://www.utdallas.edu/ehs

http://www.utdallas.edu/enroll/visit/safety.php?nocookies=false

http://www.utdallas.edu/enroll/visit/safety.php?nocookies=false

http://www.utdallas.edu/safety/



If You See It...Report It.

• Slippery floors• Water leaks• Broken glass• Strange odors (gas leak, fire, chemical, etc.)• Lights out• Broken doors and/or locks• Emergency equipment missing or not working• A person who doesn’t belong in a particular area


Crime Prevention• Use the blue light call boxes on campus if you need assistance• Use the buddy system.• Walk in well lit areas.• Keep your valuables out of sight in your car and don’t forget to

lock your doors.• Contact UTPD to borrow their engraver to engrave your

belongings.• Visit UTPD’s website at www.utdalals.edu/police for more great

tips or to arrange a presentation for your student organization.


http://www.utdalals.edu/police

Do You Have An Exit Strategy?• At home (in your residence hall room or apartment)?

‒ Multiple exits‒ Are there bars on windows

• At work?‒ Have you practiced how to exit and where

• For your event?‒ What is the room capacity for your venue‒ Are exits clearly defined and able to be accessed

if needed‒ Have you reviewed the city code regulations.


Occupant Numbers A Key Factor For Safety


How many people (occupants) are allowed depends on:• Your apartment• Your fraternity-sorority reception area• Your classroom or lecture hall• Your favorite nightclub• Many permits may be required for public

gatherings

Do You Know What An EmergencyLooks Like?

• A fight.• An alarm that is going off.• Someone who is continually sick; throwing up multiple

times, falling down, losing consciousness.• Someone with a weapon.• Someone threatening another person or group either

verbally or physically.


Weapons

• Are you aware of the UTD Weapons policy?• For more information please refer to

http://www.utdallas.edu/sof/manual/08/#firearms


http://www.utdallas.edu/sof/manual/08/#firearms

Internet Safety


Before you login, you should know:• Use the privacy blocks that are available

through on-line groups for your own safety.• Know who you are friending.• Do not be afraid to unfriend someone.• Do no give out your passwords to ANYONE.• Keep any threatening or harassing emails, text,

messages, etc. to show the police.

We Met Online.


If meeting someone in person whom you’ve only known on-line consider the following:• Share your intentions and plans with friends.• Come up with a plan to leave if things are not

working out.• Meet in public space.• Have a friend be at your meeting place and sit

where they can see you, but not interfere.

HOW TO RESPOND TO A CRISIS AT YOUR EVENT?

• Call for help.• Stay calm.• Be prepared to give as much information possible to 911 and the responding emergency personnel.• Contact the Office of the Dean of Student as soon as possible to get assistance with how to address media, if necessary, and See what resources they can offer. Call (972) 883-6391.


SUMMARY


• Be sure to visit the websites mentioned in this presentation for more in depth information.

• Be an active participant in your community, do be a bystander.

• Be prepared. • Be calm.

Additional QuestionsDiscuss with your organization’s leadership• Faculty/Staff advisor• Risk Management Officer (or other officer)• Alumni members/organization


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