Medical Emergency
If someone is injured or becomes ill:
- Stay Calm
- Dial 911 and explain the type of emergency, the location, condition, and number of victims
- Let the dispatcher know of any safety hazards - chemical spill, fire, fumes, etc.
- Do not hang up unless told to do so by the dispatcher.
- Do not move the victim unless there is a danger of further injury.
- Do not leave the injured person except to summon help.
- Comfort the victim until emergency medical services arrive.
- Render first-aid or CPR only if you have been trained.
A. ILLNESS OR INJURY, INCLUDING VEHICLE / PEDESTRIAN OR BICYCLE ACCIDENT
Call Campus Police at 915-747-5611 or dial 911.
- Alert others in the immediate area of the injured or sick person(s).
- Be sure to inform the Police Dispatch Call-taker of the following: the building name, street name, or intersection (if it is a motor vehicle accident), the nature of the injury, and if there is more than one injured person.
- Assist if possible or requested by the injured party.
B. ILLNESS OR INJURY DUE TO ANIMAL EXPOSURE
Call Campus Police at 915-747-5611 or dial 911
Â鶹¹ÙÍø’s terrain houses several different animal species, which may cause accidental harm to students, staff, and faculty. Therefore, be aware of the following:
- Bees/ Beehives / Wasps
- Foxes
- Skunks
- Feral Cats
- Snakes
- Variety of insects
For non-injury incidents related to animals, call Campus Police, who will then contact the Department of Environmental Health and Safety and Facilities Services to respond.