2009-2010 UNO Employee Directory - University of Nebraska

Police Response:
• Objective is to engage assailant(s) immediately
• Evacuate victims
• Investigation
Disruptive or Violent Behavior
Any incident in which a person or persons are in danger of injuring themselves or others either
intentionally or unintentionally.
• Call for assistance in the immediate area
• Dial 4-2911 and give the exact location and situation
• Speak calmly
• Do not challenge the individual
• Stay out of their reach
• Be aware of the environment at all times. Keep the area clear of items that can be used
as weapons
• When Campus Security arrives, give a brief summary of the events
• Clear area of visitors or other staff who are not required to assist in the situation
• Assist those injured
Safety Tips
Workplace violence has emerged as an important safety and health issue in today’s workplace.
Watch for Signs That May Be Associated with Impending Violence
• Verbally expressed anger, frustration or threats
• Body language such as a threatening gesture
• Signs of alcohol or drug abuse
• Presence of weapon
Maintain Behavior That Helps Ease Anger
• Present a calm, caring attitude, speak quietly and do not give orders
• Acknowledge the person’s feelings: “I know you are frustrated.”
• Avoid behavior that may be interpreted as aggressive, i.e., moving rapidly, getting too
close, touching or speaking loudly
Be Alert
• Avoid sitting at the desk with your back to your door
• Evaluate every situation for potentially violent persons
• Be vigilant throughout the encounter
• Do not isolate yourself with potentially violent persons
• Keep an open path for exiting
• Do not let the potentially violent person stand between you and the door
• Report suspicious people to Campus Security at 4-2911
MAJOR MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY
In the event you detect a major maintenance emergency, such as a hazardous gas leak, water
line rupture or electrical failure:
1. Call 4-2911 and report the location and problem.
2. Campus Security will contact the appropriate official and determine if the building will
have to be evacuated.
3. In the event the building requires evacuation, proper procedures will be implemented.
Chemical Spill
Contact Campus Security at 4-2911 and provide the following information:
1. The exact location of the spill (building and room #):
2. Chemical involved (spell it out if possible):
3. Quantity of material:
4. Call-back number where you can be reached.
CAMPUS SECURITY
Campus Security, located in the Eppley Administration Building, Room 100, provides service to
the University community 24-hours a day. The number to call for information about any of its services
is 554-2648. The duties and responsibilities of the Campus Security Department are: to protect life
and property; provide building and grounds patrol; enforce Traffic and Parking Rules & Regulations;
enforce Federal and State Laws; investigate criminal offenses; recover stolen property; control the
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