Procedures and Resources
At the University of Lynchburg, ensuring the safety and well-being of our community members is our top priority. This comprehensive guide provides vital information and detailed guidelines to help everyone prepare for and respond to various emergencies on campus. Your proactive participation and awareness are essential in maintaining a secure environment for everyone.
Evacuation Information
Depending on the nature and severity of an emergency, the campus may be subject to different types of evacuations. First responders and University officials will implement appropriate actions based on the situation:
- Shelter in Place: Stay where you are or move to a safe interior area of the building.
- Building Evacuation: Evacuate one or more buildings to designated on-campus locations.
- Campus-wide Evacuation: Move everyone on campus to designated on-campus or off-campus locations.
During an emergency, evacuation plans may be modified in consultation with Campus Safety and Security, a University Experience and Student Success professional on call, a Crisis Management Team, and local police or fire officials.
Shelter-in-Place Procedures
Shelter in Place (or Place of Refuge) refers to taking refuge in a designated safe area when it is unsafe to go outside. The need may arise from air contamination, severe weather, an armed and dangerous person, or other criminal activity. All students, employees, and campus visitors should follow the shelter-in-place instructions provided. Announcements will be made via LiveSafe App, email, SMS, push notification, and/or text messages. Components of shelter-in-place procedures include:
Crisis Management
The University of Lynchburg has a Crisis Management Team (CMT) that plans for and responds to campus emergencies. The team includes representatives from various departments and is responsible for making recommendations to the University president and senior staff. They also coordinate, communicate, and collaborate with external agencies during crises.
The CMT looks after various aspects such as safety, communication, IT resources, facilities, personnel, etc. The team includes representatives from offices such as the President’s Office, Marketing and Communications, Finance, Campus Safety and Security, and others as needed.
Emergency Resource List
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