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POLICIES & PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES
 
Southwestern Community College - Policies and Procedures Manual
Procedure Title: Critical Incident Response 3.41.1
Responsible Division: Administrative Service  
Date Approved: August 2007  
 
In the event of a critical incident the following are response guidelines:
1. Move to a SAFE location and contact 911 with as much information as possible, e.g., description of incident, person(s) involved. If able, contact the College Information Center, or send out an e-mail to notify as many as possible.
2.  “Lockdown” classroom or office, turn out lights and move away from window or doorway and take cover (utilize any solid objects that offer protection).
3. If you have more information, contact 911 or the College Information Center (only contact if you have additional or updated information).
4. If classroom or office is safe, then utilize the “Green” card where available to communicate to law enforcement. If you have injured people, then utilize the “Red” card where available.
5. Keep calm and make sound decisions. Remain in lockdown until you receive notification that all is clear.
 
     
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