University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 2012 – 2013 Student ...

Applies to all University of St Augustine for Health Sciences StudentsAll instances of rape/sexual offenses occurring on campus are to be reported immediately to 911 and afterreceiving appropriate emergency care, to the Student Service office during business hours, to the securityguard after business hours and to the police. The victim will be assisted until local police arrive. At thattime, the President will be notified of the incident. The local police will handle all aspects of theinvestigation into the alleged attack.If other types of improprieties occur, these should be reported immediately to the Student Services Office.At this time, a report of the incident will be written and statements taken.EMERGENCY AND SAFETY PROCEDURESEmergency and safety procedures are contained in the University Emergency Action Plan Manual. Acopy of this Manual is available to students in the myUSA portal.Medical Emergency: Call 911 immediately and render first aid as able. Stay with the individual untilemergency services arrive. When a student is injured, he/she should complete a Student Incident Reportform found in the myUSA portal Students tab, and file this form, together with any other forms required,with his/her health insurance provider. A copy of the Report form should also be provided to theUniversity Student Services Office (fax # 904-826-0085).Structural Emergency: Upon hearing an alarm, students will follow the posted evacuation proceduresfollowing exit signs that are displayed. Stay a safe distance from the building until emergency servicesarrive.Weather Emergency: In the event of a natural disaster, such as a hurricane or earthquake evacuation,students (and family members) are asked to monitor the University website for any cancellation or re-startdates and times. Further information will be given by faculty and/or staff at the time of the emergency.Information about reopening will also be given via the University voice mail system by calling the mainnumber: 800-241-1027.SAFETY ON CAMPUSCertain safeguards are in place to ensure as safe of an environment as possible. These safety featuresinclude:• In case of an emergency all students will be notified via school messenger.• Exterior building doors are locked and access is available only to those with appropriate cardaccess. (California and Texas Campuses only)• Talk-A-Phones are located throughout the parking lots and university grounds with emergencyphones.• A security guard is available on campus after 5 pm and designated weekends when the campus isopen for student access.• All faculty, staff, and students are expected to wear name tags at all times.• All visitors must report to the administration building (or the security guard desk after hours) forpermission to enter the campus, to receive a visitor’s badge, and to be escorted as appropriate bya campus employee/security guard.• Emergency contacts and evacuation plans are posted in all classrooms and student/employeemeeting areas. Telephones are available in all classrooms.• To ensure your safety on campus, be personally responsible by:- Being alert to unsafe situations and reporting them immediately to university employees.- Keeping the exterior doors closed and locked (do not prop open).- Do not allow non-university individuals to enter the building with you.- Report lost/stolen card access name badges IMMEDIATELY to the universityreceptionist or Student Services office.- Do not walk to your car alone in the dark. Use the "buddy system", especially when youfeel your personal safety may be threatened. Do not enter any situation or location whereyou feel threatened or unsafe.University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 40