Emergency Operations Plan
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Duquesne University places the highest emphasis on protecting the safety of all persons who live, work and study on our campus. The Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) outlines University procedures for managing major emergencies that may threaten the health and safety of the campus community
The EOP directs our response to emergencies in a systematic manner in order to:
- Protect human life and prevent injury
- Communicate effectively during an emergency
- Protect the environment
- Control “spread” of the causal factor of the emergency
- Prevent entry of personnel to dangerous areas
- Mobilize resources to minimize effects of an emergency
- Prevent or minimize damage to physical assets, including structures, animals and research data
- Address the physical and emotional state of those affected by the emergency situation
- Return the University community to normal operational status
Employees should review the emergency plan so they are familiar with their role in an emergency and how others may respond.