University Police - Shippensburg University
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community that is reported to the university, whether the incidentoccurred on campus or at a nearby off-campus location.In these situations, a “Safety Alert” will be issued to all universitymembers through multiple communication methods. TheDirector of Public Safety will, without delay and taking intoaccount the safety of the community, determine the content ofthe notification and initiate the notification system, unless issuinga notification will, in the judgment of the first responders(including, but not limited to SUDPS, ShippensburgBorough Police Department, Pennsylvania State Police, and/or Shippensburg fire and emergency medical services), compromisethe efforts to assist a victim or to contain, respond to,or otherwise mitigate the emergency.The university relies on a series of varied communicationmethods to provide information during an emergency ordangerous situation. These communication methods include,but are not limited to, emergency text messaging system, e-mail, change websites to reflect information, outdoor/indoorpublic address systems, emergency broadcast system (EBS) oncampus radio/TV stations, computer screen pop-up system,and social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. Use of thetext alert system is the first method used in all life-threateningsituations and the information sent to all registered users.Other information, such as a description of the event(s), adescription of suspects and related pertinent crime preventioninformation may also be provided.Initial emergency communications will be sent immediatelyand will convey only the most critical information.Details will be carried on the university’s homepage, whichwill be updated as circumstances dictate.Shippensburg University’s Crisis Communications Planis part of the university’s overall planning in response to variouspossible emergencies. While each crisis is different, thisplan provides guidelines for the various methods the universitywill use to communicate with our constituencies whichinclude, but are not limited to, students, faculty, staff associates,administrators, parents, alumni, and external groups.In the event of a serious incident that poses an immediatethreat to members of the SU community, the university hasvarious systems in place to communicate information quickly.The main objective of the plan is to provide informationquickly and effectively to appropriate audiences. The plan isreviewed periodically to ensure that it meets the needs of thecampus community and is current with changing technologies.The university will issue an “all clear” message to conveythe university’s return to normal operations to all faculty, staffand students via university assigned e-mail accounts, the university’swebsite, and text message to “SU Alert” subscribers.8
Anyone with information about criminal and/or inappropriateactivity that may warrant notification to the campuscommunity should contact the University Police Departmentat (717) 477-1444 or in person at the University PoliceDepartment in Reed Operations Center (Building #13 oncampus maps). All information received will be analyzed bythe SUDPS to determine the threat level of the incident tothe campus. Anyone with information regarding an incidentreported through a “Safety Alert” is encouraged to report thatinformation to the appropriate law enforcement agency asnoted in the alert.SUDPS officers conduct safety presentations for newstudents during orientation programs at the beginning of eachsemester. Presentations regarding safety, crime prevention andsecurity issues are available to all faculty and staff, and studentorganizations throughout the year. Safety, security, and crimeprevention information is also available in brochures from theSUDPS office in Reed Operations Center. Criminal incidentinformation is available 24 hours a day from the department’sdaily incident log to those persons requesting this information.On-campus Emergencies (Police)Department of Public SafetyReed Operations Center(717) 477-1444 orext. 1444On-campus Emergencies (Fire, Medical) DIAL 911Off-campus EmergenciesDIAL 911(Police, Fire, Medical)Shippensburg Borough Police Dept.(717) 532-736160 West Burd St., Shippensburg, PA 17257Pennsylvania State Police(717) 249-2121Carlisle Barracks, 1538 Commerce Ave., Carlisle,PA 17013What are the campus evacuation procedures?Evacuation plans are posted in all academic buildings onevery floor and on every residence hall room’s interior door inall residence hall rooms. The campus community is encouragedto become familiar with these plans in the event of anemergency evacuation. The evacuation notification may bemechanical (fire alarm system) or verbal (police or emergencypersonnel). Upon notification, proceed to the nearest stairtower to exit the building (do not use elevators). Once outsideof the structure, move away from the entrances to allowemergency personnel to gain access. Public Safety will instructyou where to go (alternate facility, re-entry). Never re-enter astructure without approval from emergency services personnel(SUPD, fire services).In the event of an outside danger or hazard, (weather,hazmat, human threat) building occupants may be instructedto shelter in place. Public Safety will provide notification to9
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Anyone with information about criminal and/or inappropriateactivity that may warrant notification to the campuscommunity should contact the <strong>University</strong> <strong>Police</strong> Departmentat (717) 477-1444 or in person at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>Police</strong>Department in Reed Operations Center (Building #13 oncampus maps). All information received will be analyzed bythe SUDPS to determine the threat level of the incident tothe campus. Anyone with information regarding an incidentreported through a “Safety Alert” is encouraged to report thatinformation to the appropriate law enforcement agency asnoted in the alert.SUDPS officers conduct safety presentations for newstudents during orientation programs at the beginning of eachsemester. Presentations regarding safety, crime prevention andsecurity issues are available to all faculty and staff, and studentorganizations throughout the year. Safety, security, and crimeprevention information is also available in brochures from theSUDPS office in Reed Operations Center. Criminal incidentinformation is available 24 hours a day from the department’sdaily incident log to those persons requesting this information.On-campus Emergencies (<strong>Police</strong>)Department of Public SafetyReed Operations Center(717) 477-1444 orext. 1444On-campus Emergencies (Fire, Medical) DIAL 911Off-campus EmergenciesDIAL 911(<strong>Police</strong>, Fire, Medical)<strong>Shippensburg</strong> Borough <strong>Police</strong> Dept.(717) 532-736160 West Burd St., <strong>Shippensburg</strong>, PA 17257Pennsylvania State <strong>Police</strong>(717) 249-2121Carlisle Barracks, 1538 Commerce Ave., Carlisle,PA 17013What are the campus evacuation procedures?Evacuation plans are posted in all academic buildings onevery floor and on every residence hall room’s interior door inall residence hall rooms. The campus community is encouragedto become familiar with these plans in the event of anemergency evacuation. The evacuation notification may bemechanical (fire alarm system) or verbal (police or emergencypersonnel). Upon notification, proceed to the nearest stairtower to exit the building (do not use elevators). Once outsideof the structure, move away from the entrances to allowemergency personnel to gain access. Public Safety will instructyou where to go (alternate facility, re-entry). Never re-enter astructure without approval from emergency services personnel(SUPD, fire services).In the event of an outside danger or hazard, (weather,hazmat, human threat) building occupants may be instructedto shelter in place. Public Safety will provide notification to9
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