Spills or Releases Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH)

Quick Steps:

• Sound the fire alarm.
• Dial 911 from any campus phone, or call 911 from another phone from an area away from the incident.
• All students, employees and visitors should immediately evacuate the area to a designated meeting point, as instructed by emergency personnel, for possible decontamination.
• Notify the switchboard operator by dialing 0 and/or the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.

Spills or Releases That Require Technical Assistance

For spills or releases that are not immediately dangerous to life or health but require technical assistance:

• Notify the switchboard operator by dialing 0 and/or the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) machines are installed at the following Jackson College locations:

• Fieldhouse
  • Outside the weight room
  • Inside Room 101
• Justin Whiting
  • 1st Floor outside of the Health Clinic
  • 2nd Floor near the center stairwell
• Jackson Preparatory and Early College
  • Outside of the Main Office
• Health Laboratory Center
  • 1st Floor near the Student Commons Area
• Bert Walker
  • 1st Floor near the front elevator area
  • 2nd Floor near the restrooms
• Potter Center
  • 1st Floor near the elevator area
  • 1st Floor Dining Commons near the Jet’s Store
  • 2nd Floor carpeted stairs to the 3rd Floor
  • 2nd Floor inside the board room
• William Atkinson
  • 1st Floor near the Library Information Desk
• James McDivitt Hall
  • 1st Floor near the University Extension Offices
• Gold Hall, Maroon Hall and Campus View
  • 1st Floor lobby areas
• Hangar
  • Next to the main entrance
• STEAM Building
  • Inside of East large bay area
• Baseball and Softball Fields
  • Inside each of the press boxes
• EIC
  • Inside of the Main Office

RUN — If It Is Safe to Evacuate

• Evacuate the area.
• Leave belongings behind.
• Warn others.
• Keep your hands visible.
• Follow instructions from emergency responders.
• Call 911/Public Safety when safe to do so.

HIDE — If It Is Unsafe to Evacuate

• Secure the room you are in.
• Lock the doors if you can.
• Barricade the door with whatever you can.
• If you are in the hall, get into a room.
• Be out of sight.
• Remain quiet and calm.
• Hide behind large, heavy objects that may offer protection.
• Call 911/Public Safety when safe to do so.
• Do not unsecure the area until instructed to do so by law enforcement.
• Follow instructions from emergency responders.

FIGHT — As a Last Resort

As a last resort, and only when your life is in imminent danger, attempt to disrupt and/or incapacitate the shooter.

• Act quickly and aggressively.
• Throw objects or improvise weapons.
• Be loud and assertive.
• Commit to your actions.
• A temporary disruption may provide a chance to run.

If you are contacted by phone regarding a bomb threat:

Remain Calm, Listen and Take Notes

• If the call is received on a telephone with caller ID display, record the displayed number.
• Remember what you hear.
• Try to keep the caller talking while you notify someone nearby that you are on a bomb threat call and to reach Security.

Get as Much Information as Possible

Questions could include:

• Where is the bomb?
• What does it look like?
• What building is involved?
• What time is it set for?
• What is the location of the bomb?
• Why would you want to hurt innocent people?
• Could you repeat the message?
• Can you tell me the reason you are doing this?

Record a Description of the Caller’s Voice

Note characteristics such as:

• Male or female
• Juvenile or adult
• Local, foreign or regional accent
• Speech impediment or slurred speech
• Excited, quiet or calm
• Education level

Also listen for background noises such as:

• Railroad
• Streets
• Aircraft

Report the Threat

• Immediately call the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620. Security will notify 911.
• Do not discuss the call with anyone but Security.
• Do not sound an alarm.
• The decision regarding the type of response procedures will be made by police or College authorities.
• If an evacuation plan is implemented, follow the evacuation procedures.

Bomb Threat Evacuation

If the evacuation is due to a bomb threat:

• Be alert and make note of any unusual packages that may be in or near your office area.
• Do not touch the package. Report it to authorities immediately.

Bomb Discovery

If a bomb or suspicious package is discovered in a building or on College grounds:

• Do not touch it.
• Leave the building.
• Notify the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.

If a person is perceived to be at immediate risk or danger to themselves or others, call 911.

Complaints or Minor Misconduct

Incidents involving complaints or minor misconduct by students, visitors or other non-employee individuals should be resolved by administrator, faculty or staff personnel whenever possible.

• All incidents are to be reported to the JC Security Office.
• Incident report forms are located in building main offices, the JC Security Office and the Jackson College website.

If Personnel Are Unable to Immediately Resolve the Incident

• Contact the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.

Major Incidents

Major incidents should be immediately reported to the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.

One or more of the following may govern conduct:

• Jackson College Board Policy
• Jackson College Student Handbook

Disruptive or Criminal Behavior

• Stay calm and keep yourself safe.
• Do not confront aggressive or violent persons.
• Report the situation to 911/Public Safety.
• Report all incidents, suspicious persons or events to Public Safety.

Notification in the Event of Confirmed Fire

• Assess the situation.
• Sound fire alarms.
• Call 911 and be prepared to provide the exact physical street location and building. Example: “There is a fire at Jackson College, Main Campus, at the George Potter Center located near Browns Lake Road and Emmons Road.”
• Address information is listed on the back cover of the Emergency Procedures Guide.
• Give the specific location within the building. Example: “The fire is on the second floor business office in room 209.”
• Call the switchboard operator by dialing 0 and the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.
• Sound the local fire alarms.

If You See or Smell Smoke or Other Suspicious Odors

• Call the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.
• Alert others and initiate a voice alert. Example: “Fire, Fire, Fire!”

When Notified of Fire in Your Work Area or Building

• Evacuate the building.
• Do not return to your work area or building until notified by Security that it is safe to return.

If You Encounter Smoke or Flames

• Stay calm.
• Crawl low under the smoke to get to clean air.
• Reach up as high as you can and touch the doorknob with the back of your hand.
• If the doorknob is hot, use another escape route.
• If the doorknob is cool, open it cautiously and continue along your escape route.
• Evacuate using stairwells. Do not use elevators.
• Follow directions from those in authority and proceed to the designated meeting point.
• Authorized employees should use a fire extinguisher only if they have been trained and the fire is small.

Jackson College’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) establishes a comprehensive framework to guide the College’s preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in the event of emergencies that may threaten the health, safety, or welfare of the campus community.

The following evacuation procedures are presented as general guidelines. Each building and work area should establish procedures specific to the facility to ensure safe evacuation of students, employees and visitors.

When to Evacuate

• In the event of a fire alarm, total evacuation of the building will be immediate and mandatory.
• For other emergencies that may require partial evacuation, do not evacuate unless told to do so or danger is imminent. Security or another responsible authority will notify you.
• The method of notification for an evacuation will be identified and included in the evacuation procedures.

Evacuation Routes

• All occupants should be familiar with the evacuation routes, which are posted on each floor.
• Primary evacuation routes for each floor of each building will be the nearest safe stairwell or hallway.
• Do not use elevators for evacuation. Elevators may become inoperative or present a smoke hazard.
• Evacuees should meet at a designated meeting point for accounting.
• Designated meeting points must be 500 feet from the building and firefighting equipment.

Method of Evacuation

• Stay calm.
• Proceed to the nearest safe stairwell in an orderly manner, staying to the right side of the stairs if possible, and exit the building on the ground floor.
• Evacuation should begin with those persons not requiring assistance. This avoids the possibility of individuals with disabilities being injured.
• Position persons with disabilities near the stairwell farthest from danger.
• If possible, designate one person to stay with any person with a disability and another to notify emergency responders of their location.
• Do not use elevators during an emergency evacuation.
• Flashlights or emergency lighting may be useful in case of an electrical power failure.
• Close office doors and windows if possible as you leave.
• Occupants should remain quiet during the evacuation process in order to hear directions.

Bomb Threat Evacuation

• Be alert and make note of any unusual packages that may be in your office area.
• Do not touch the package. Report it to authorities immediately.

Conduct Following Evacuation

• Remain calm.
• Proceed to the designated meeting point outside for assembly, as warranted by existing conditions.
• Once at the designated meeting point, stay visible.
• Instructors and supervisors should account for occupants from their respective areas.
• Occupants who are not accounted for will be assumed missing and requiring firefighter rescue.
• Follow instructions given by those in charge.
• Do not return to an evacuated building unless JC Security or building emergency coordinators give the “ALL CLEAR” designation.

Shelter in Place

• Faculty, staff, students and visitors may be asked to shelter in place when it is unsafe to be outside due to hazardous situations or ongoing incidents.
• Public Safety or other emergency responders will advise when to shelter in place.
• All persons must stay in their current location or an area designated by Campus Safety/Security.

Major Medical Emergencies

Action should be taken in cases of life-threatening situations such as:

• An unconscious person
• No breathing or choking
• Cardiac arrest
• Severe bleeding

If you are unsure about the seriousness of the situation, do not hesitate to call emergency assistance at 911.

Upon observing a medical emergency:

• If you are able, render first aid/CPR or obtain assistance from someone who is accessible and willing to manage the situation.
• Call or have someone call 911 for EMS.
• Then call the switchboard operator by dialing 0 and the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.
• State the nature or type of emergency.
• Give the location of the building, floor and room.
• Identify the person and provide any other pertinent information that will help prepare responders, including:
  • Age
  • Gender
  • Symptoms the victim is exhibiting
  • Pre-existing health condition, if known
  • Medication the victim may be taking, if known
• Stay with the victim until emergency personnel arrive.
• Have another individual in the area meet emergency personnel to expedite locating the victim inside the building.
• When time permits, or if the incident involves a student, contact the JC Security Office, which will in turn contact the appropriate administrator.
• Following the medical emergency, prepare an incident report regarding the actions taken in response to the emergency. Copies of this report should be sent to the JC Security Office.

Medical Emergencies and Injuries — General

For injuries that are not life-threatening but have occurred on College property:

• First aid should be provided within the scope of knowledge and skill by anyone who is readily accessible and willing to manage the situation.
• When time permits, or if the incident involves a student, contact the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.
• If necessary, JC Security will assist the injured person in arranging transportation to a hospital.
• College personnel will not, as College representatives, provide personal transportation for injured or ill persons. Call EMS at 911, the switchboard operator at 0, and the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.

A decision to dismiss classes or close campus will be made by the College president or designee when weather or other conditions pose a potentially serious threat to the health or safety of College students and/or employees.

• The president or their representative will make the decision after consultation with appropriate College personnel and representatives of law enforcement.
• If conditions affect only one College campus, the College president may cancel classes for that campus only.

During Non-Business Hours

The decision to close the College for day classes will be made as much before 8 a.m. as possible and will automatically extend through 12 noon.

The decision to extend the College closing beyond noon will be made as much before the time as possible and will include canceling all scheduled evening activities.

Notification Process

1. Upon notification from the president, leadership officers will notify the respective deans and College administrators.
2. Deans and administrators will notify their staff and/or department heads.
3. Department heads will notify the faculty and staff who report to them.
4. The president will notify the College Relations representative, who will be responsible for notifying the news media of the closing decision if necessary.
5. JC employees and students may also be notified via the JC website, phone message, switchboard or text messaging.
6. Radio and local television stations may be notified and should be monitored as one source of information when a potential widespread emergency condition is present.

During Business Hours

• If classes are in session and offices are occupied, notification to close may be made in person, by email or by telephone.
• If the College closes, employees should prepare work and classroom areas as necessary to lessen potential property loss from the adverse event.

Before leaving:

• Disconnect electrical equipment, including computers, TVs, science equipment, coffee pots and other equipment.
• Move delicate or electrical equipment away from windows toward interior walls to the extent possible.
• Secure, close and lock windows and doors when leaving.
• Turn off all lights.

Tornado

Tornadoes give little or no advance warning. Extreme and sudden winds can present similar hazards. Take precautions upon notification of tornado-like weather.

Tornado Watch

A tornado watch means that weather conditions are right for a tornado. During a watch, remain alert to changing weather conditions.

Tornado Warning

A tornado warning means that a tornado has been sighted. You should:

• Seek shelter inside a building or other secure location. Avoid glass and exposure to flying debris.
• Take cover on the lowest floor possible in an inside closet, restroom, central hallway or other enclosed space without windows, or under sturdy furniture.
• Stay away from areas with wide-span roofs or windows, such as the cafeteria or gymnasium.
• If time does not allow for movement, take cover away from glass windows and under protective items such as tables or desks.
• Once you have reached a shelter or “take cover” location, assume a seated position on the floor with your head down and hands over your head. You may also place yourself under a desk or between fixed seating, if available, with your head lower than the backs of the seats.

Flood

The most common type of natural hazard is flooding.

• Be aware of road conditions during periods of extremely heavy rainfall.
• Jackson College facilities may not be exposed to flooding themselves, but hazardous conditions may exist when traveling to and from these locations. Avoid going near flooded areas.
• Do not drive into flooded streets. Water depth is unknown and the condition of the roadway is not certain.

Anyone having knowledge of a weapon or an armed person on campus should immediately call 911 from any phone and then alert the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.

Information to Provide Police

Be prepared to provide the following information:

• Location of the armed person
• Type of weapon, such as rifle, pistol or knife
• Actions and, if known, purpose of the armed individual
• A complete description of the individual
• Whether or not any shots have been fired
• Your name and where you can be located if needed

After Notifying Police

• Notify the JC Security Office and/or appropriate dean’s office of the situation.
• Unless otherwise directed, persons on campus should remain in their office or classroom with doors closed and locked, if possible.
• If there is danger of shots being fired or if shots have been fired, all persons should lie on the floor and remain as calm as possible.
• Individuals should remain in a place of safety until notified by JC Security or a building emergency coordinator that the danger has been resolved.

Reporting

Any student, faculty or staff member should call the JC Security Office at 517.796.8620 or extension 8620.

Safety Tips

• Keep your workspace clean and sanitary.
• Make sure doors leading to and from workspaces are clear of obstructions.
• Make sure file cabinets and drawers are closed when not in use.
• Ensure workspace floor surfaces are clean, dry and free of debris. Carpets should be well secured and not frayed to prevent trip hazards.
• Make sure fans and space heaters are properly used and ventilated.
• Make sure there are adequate electrical outlets in your workspace. Avoid overloading circuits.
• Maintain adequate lighting in your workspace.
• Do not have cords lying across floors. Use rubber runners if necessary.
• Count the doors, desks, workstations and other landmarks between your workspace and the nearest exit. In case of smoke or a power failure, an escape in the dark may be necessary.
• Know the location of the first aid kit, AEDs, fire alarms, emergency exits and fire extinguisher nearest your workspace.
• Keep an adequate stock of flashlights, batteries and first aid supplies in your workspace.

Security Tips

• Keep emergency and security phone numbers visible and near the phone.
• Be aware of your workspace surroundings, including faculty/staff, students, furniture, packages and other items.
• Do not leave your workspace unattended and/or unsecured (unlocked) if possible.
• Create an individualized escape plan with at least two ways to exit in case of extreme danger.
• Know where the nearest emergency exits are in relation to your workspace.
• Keep all personal items secure in a locked cabinet or drawer.
• Report any suspicious individual, behavior or packages to Security.