Emergency Preparedness

In the event of an emergency, people take on different roles.Building coordinators are trained in pre, during, and post-event activities. Preparation and practice of the plan can mean avoiding disaster and saving lives. Calling appropriate help in a timely manner can bring first responders on scene quickly.Staff and faculty should be familiar with emergency and evacuation plans and be able to help direct others.Students should become familiar with different alerts and what they mean so they may react to a situation appropriately. You may be advised to shelter in place.Click here to learn more about preparing for emergencies.There is a flip chart available that covers guidelines and procedures for UNM Emergency Preparedness.

What type of emergency could happen on campus?

• HostileThreat
• Extreme/severe
• WeatherFire or explosion
• Hazardous Material spill or leak
• Bomb threat or suspicious object
• Medical Emergencies

Thinking about what could happen on campus prepares us for actual emergency situations.