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2015 Campus Safety Survey Results
Abstract: Throughout April and May of 2015, Margolis Healy, with input from the National Center for Campus Public Safety (NCCPS), developed and administered an anonymous, online survey regarding the state of campus safety. This was a re-launch of an annual campus... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
32 National Campus Safety Initiative (32 NCSI™)
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32 National Campus Safety Initiative™ (32 NCSI™) is a program offered through a partnership between NASPA and the VTV Family Outreach Foundation that empowers college and university campus communities to make more informed decisions about campus...
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Action Guide for Emergency Management at Institutions of Higher Education
Abstract: This guide has been developed to give higher education institutions a useful resource in the field of emergency management. It is intended for community colleges, four-year colleges and universities, graduate schools, and research institutions associated... (read more)
Publication Date: 2010
Adding International Incidents to Your Campus All-Hazard Emergency Response Plans
Abstract: In this webinar, Pascal Schuback, former Global Emergency Manager at the University of Washington and Director at Humanitarian Toolbox, presents essential elements needed to expand your campus all-hazard emergency response plan to include international... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Addressing Access and Functional Needs (AFN) in School and Higher Education Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs)
Abstract: Students or staff with access and functional needs (AFN) are those who need accommodations and modifications due to a temporary or permanent condition that limits their ability to take some actions in the event of an emergency. An access or a functional... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Presentations
Abstract: The Pacific ADA Center offers webinars on a variety of subjects under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). They offer webinars on ADA topics individually or in a series and can create customized webinars and trainings for your campus or group upon... (read more)
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Business Continuity: Getting Your Ducks in a Row
Abstract: In this webinar, Krista M. Dillon, Director of Operations for Safety and Risk Services at the University of Oregon, focuses on the definition, benefits, and basics of continuity planning in higher education. These plans help minimize the negative effects... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Campus CERT Starter Guide
Abstract: The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a nationally supported, locally implemented program that teaches people how to be better prepared for hazards that may impact their communities and trains them in basic disaster response skills such as fire... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
Campus Resilience Program Resource Library
Abstract: This free, online repository offers a variety of resources to empower practitioners and campus leaders to better prepare for, respond to, and recover from various threats and hazards relevant to the academic community. The resources included represent a... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Campus Safety at Oregon Post-Secondary Education Institutions: A Report from the Oregon Campus Safety Work Group
Abstract: Following the tragic shooting at Umpqua Community College in 2015, the Oregon Campus Safety Work Group (OCSWG) was formed to identify resource needs and potential state policies that enable a coordinated strategy across the higher education system for... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Countering False Information on Social Media in Disasters and Emergencies
Abstract: Rumors, misinformation, and false information on social media proliferate before, during, and after disasters and emergencies. While this information cannot be completely eliminated, first responder agencies can use various tactics and strategies to... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Defining the Value of Campus Emergency Management Programs to Communities
Abstract: In October 2018, a group of campus emergency management leaders, with support from the National Center for Campus Public Safety, gathered for a one-day forum to discuss ways to define emergency management’s value to the whole community. Fifteen emergency... (read more)
Publication Date: 03/01/2019
Disaster Resilient Universities (DRU)
Abstract: The Disaster Resilient Universities (DRU) developed a nationwide network in partnership with the International Association of Emergency Managers' Universities and College Caucus. The mission of the DRU Network is to facilitate open communication,... (read more)
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Early Warning for Campus Emergencies
Abstract: This article describes the features and testing of the THOR Broadcasting System, a long-range directed acoustic device that can provide effective warning and instructional messages across a campus in emergencies.
Publication Date: 2009
Educational Facilities Clearinghouse (EFC)
Abstract: The priority of the EFC is to collect and disseminate research and other information on effective practices regarding the planning, design, financing, procurement, construction, improvement, operation, and maintenance of safe, healthy, and high-... (read more)
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Effective Coordination of Recovery Resources for State, Tribal, Territorial and Local Incidents
Abstract: This guide is intended for state, tribal, territorial and local government officials and other key stakeholders that may have a leadership, management, or coordination role in the recovery process. It highlights the critical tasks and coordination... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
File: Effective_Coordination_of_Recovery_Resources_for_State_Tribal_Territorial_and_Local_Incidents.pdf
Emergency Communications Governance Guide for State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Officials
Abstract: The Governance Guide serves as a comprehensive tool that provides recommendations and best practices for emergency communications officials at all levels of government to establish, assess, and update governance structures that represent all emergency... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
Emergency Communications Governance Guide for State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Officials Fact Sheet
Abstract: In 2014, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Emergency Communications (OEC) released the National Emergency Communications Plan (NECP) with the emphasis on enhancing decision-making, coordination, and planning for emergency communications... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide For People with Disabilities
Abstract: NFPA's guide provides information on the five general categories of disabilities (mobility, visual, hearing, speech, and cognitive) and the four elements of evacuation information that occupants need: notification, way finding, use of the way, and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2007
Emergency Financial First Aid Kit (EFFAK)
Abstract: Americans at all income levels have experienced the challenges of rebuilding their lives after a disaster or other emergency. In these stressful circumstances, having access to personal financial, insurance, medical, and other records is crucial for... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Emergency Management: Federal Agencies Could Improve Dissemination of Resources to Colleges
Abstract: Colleges and other postsecondary schools must plan for various potential emergencies, ranging from natural disasters to violence. A number of federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and the... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Engaging Faith-based and Community Organizations: Planning Considerations for Emergency Managers
Abstract: This guide provides a methodology for emergency managers to engage with faith-based and community organizations to enhance the resiliency of our nation. By building partnerships with these groups, particularly those in diverse communities, emergency... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Enhancing Communications Interoperability: General Guidance and Recommendations for Interoperability-related Governance
Abstract: This document presents general information about the role, structure, and operations of governing bodies charged with improving communications interoperability at the local, regional, tribal, or state level. Material and information presented in this... (read more)
Publication Date: 2006
EOP Interactive Tools
Abstract: These interactive tools are meant to support individuals and planning teams at schools, school districts, and institutions of higher education (IHEs) in assessing their knowledge of concepts fundamental to emergency management, and in creating and... (read more)
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Findings of the 2016 National Higher Education Emergency Management Program Needs Assessment
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In this webinar, Andre Le Duc presents the results of the 2016 National Higher Education Emergency Management...
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Guide for Developing High-Quality Emergency Operations Plans for Houses of Worship
Abstract: The guide provides recommendations in the development of plans not only to respond to an emergency, but also outlines how organizations can plan for preventing, protecting against, mitigating the impact of and recovering from these emergencies. It... (read more)
Publication Date: 2013
Guide for Developing High-Quality Emergency Operations Plans for Institutions of Higher Education
Abstract: This guide provides recommendations in the development of plans to respond to an emergency and outlines how Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) can plan for preventing, protecting against, mitigating the impact of and recovering from emergencies. The... (read more)
Publication Date: 2013
File: EOP_Guide_-_IHE.pdf
Just In Time Disaster Training - Library
Abstract: The purpose of this on-line video library is to provide a single, easy to search source in which individuals, agencies and organizations can access Just In Time Disaster Training videos. The videos found in this library cover disaster related mitigation... (read more)
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National Disaster Recovery Framework
Abstract: This guide is intended to promote effective recovery, particularly for incidents that are large-scale or catastrophic. It provides guidance that enables effective recovery support to disaster-impacted states, tribes and local jurisdictions. It also... (read more)
Publication Date: 2011
National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (NDPC)
Abstract: The NDPC is a partnership of several nationally recognized organizations whose membership is based on the urgent need to address the counter-terrorism preparedness needs of the nation's emergency first responders within the context of all hazards... (read more)
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National Emergency Communications Plan
Abstract: Emergency communications is a shared mission across all levels of government; the private sector, including private cultural and educational institutions; nongovernmental organizations; and even the public. The 2014 National Emergency Communications Plan... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
National Higher Education Emergency Management Program Needs Assessment
Abstract: This report presents the results of a needs assessment of emergency management programs at institutions of higher education (IHEs) in the United States. The findings are based on information collected from a survey of emergency management practitioners... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
NCCPS: Where We Are and Moving Forward Together
Abstract: In this webinar, Director Kim Richmond provides an update on a variety of the National Center for Campus Public Safety (NCCPS) activities as part of our Campus Public Safety Online webinar series. Since our launch in 2014, the NCCPS has provided... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Operational Templates and Guidance for EMS Mass Incident Deployment
Abstract: The primary objective of this project is to understand model policies and practices across a spectrum of disciplines and provider types that will lead to a better prepared EMS deployment to mass care incidents. While not a comprehensive guidance document... (read more)
Publication Date: 2012
Operations & Emergency Management Division, Public Safety & Homeland Security Bureau
Abstract: This FCC website provides access to emergency communications plans from colleges and universities of various sizes, case studies and lessons learned, and guidelines that may be relevant to emergency preparedness planning for first responders, 9-1-1 Call... (read more)
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Personal Emergency Evacuation Planning Checklist
Abstract: The Personal Emergency Evacuation Planning Checklist is provided as part of the Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide for People with Disabilities. This checklist can be used by building... (read more)
Publication Date: 2007
Preparedness and Response to a Rural Mass Casualty Incident: Workshop Summary
Abstract: The Institute of Medicine of the National Academies Forum on Medical and Public Health Preparedness for Catastrophic Events held a workshop to examine the current capabilities of emergency response systems and the future opportunities to improve mass... (read more)
Publication Date: 2011
Preparing for After: How to help victims of mass violence
Abstract: In 2014, VOICES completed Preparing for After, a resource kit that documents best practices in preparing for, responding to and recovering from acts of mass violence. The purpose of this eBook is to introduce a long-term recovery perspective... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
Readiness & Emergency Management for Schools (REMS) Technical Assistance (TA) Center
Abstract: REMS supports schools, school districts, and institutions of higher education, with their community partners, in the development of high-quality emergency operations plans (EOPs) and comprehensive emergency management planning efforts. Established in... (read more)
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Regional Intrastate Governance Guide for Interoperable Emergency Communications Efforts
Abstract: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Emergency Communications (OEC) developed, with stakeholder input, this guide to provide recommendations for implementing a robust, stakeholder-driven, governance system focusing on emergency... (read more)
Publication Date: 2010
REMS TA Center Community of Practice
Abstract: The REMS TA Center Community of Practice is a collaborative of practitioners with the collective aim to enhance the ability of schools, school districts, institutions of higher education (IHEs), state education agencies, and their community partners to... (read more)
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Understanding How the REMS TA Center Supports Institutions of Higher Education
Abstract: Learn more about how the Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools Technical Assistance Center (REMS TA Center) supports institutions of higher education (IHEs). In this webinar, Madeline Sullivan, contracting officer's representative for the REMS... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Weekly Snapshot Directory
Abstract: This searchable document provides access to articles from the National Center for Campus Public Safety's electronic bulletin, the Weekly Snapshot. The directory contains article dates,... (read more)
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Writing Guide for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Abstract: SAFECOM helps the public safety community and local, tribal, state, and federal policy makers address critical elements for success as they plan and implement interoperability solutions. SAFECOM developed the Interoperability Continuum that visually... (read more)
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