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Emergency Preparedness at the UO

Emergencies, disasters, accidents, injuries, and crime can occur at any time without warning. Being physically and psychologically prepared to handle unexpected emergencies is an individual as well as an organizational responsibility.

The information provided on these web pages was originally designed as a tabbed, quick-flip reference packet and were developed in conjunction with the crisis plan to minimize the negative effects resulting from an emergency.   Please read this guide thoroughly before an emergency occurs and become acquainted with its contents.  The online guide is provided for reference.  Printed copies are available from our office.  If you do not already have a printed copy of this manual, you may obtain one from the Department of Public Safety.  Keep it in an accessible place in your office for immediate reference and do not file it.  When you are familiar with the information, you will be better prepared to protect yourself and your coworkers.  Do not count on these web pages to be available during emergencies; natural disasters and power outages may disable the network.

If you have questions about a unique situation that is not covered in this reference, need additional emergency information, or would like to register for a training course, call the UO Department of Public Safety at 6-5444, or the Office of Student Life at 6-3216.

What You Can Do Now to Prepare

• Keep enough emergency supplies in your office or car (medication, flashlight, comfortable shoes, bottled water, food, batteries, portable radio) for up to seventy-two hours in case of a serious emergency.
• Post this emergency procedures information in a visible location in your office.
• Become familiar with this quickest exit routes from your building.
• Locate the nearest fire extinguisher and pull station, and register for a fire-extinguisher training course.
• Register for cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first-aid, crime prevention, or other safety training courses.
• Prepare a plan for yourself and your family specifying what to do, where to go, and how to cope until you are all able to get home. Designate an out-of-state relative or friend to act as a contact for separated family members.

Additional Information

Phone Numbers and Radio Stations