|
|
Memorandum |
|
To: |
Temple University Community |
From: |
James P. Creedon, Senior Vice President, Construction, Facilities and Operations |
Date: |
Monday, June 8, 2015 |
Subject: |
Emergency response exercise this Wednesday, June 10 |
|
On Wednesday, June 10, Temple University will test its plans, policies and response capabilities for an active-shooter scenario on Main Campus. Drills such as this help identify strengths and areas of improvement while also unifying universitywide emergency preparedness efforts.
During this exercise, which will start at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Department of Campus Safety Services and Temple Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will respond to a simulated active-shooter event in and around Barton Hall. Actors pretending to be victims will be triaged outside of Barton by EMS personnel. AlliedBarton Security Services will also participate.
The areas reserved for the exercise will be clearly marked. For your safety, and in order to complete the exercise in as realistic an environment as possible, the exercise area will not be open to the public. We ask for your patience if the exercise disrupts your daily routine.
On the morning of the exercise, a TUalert message will be sent via email and text message to advise the Temple community of the emergency response exercise. Ensure that your mobile phone is registered to receive TUalerts by visiting the TUready website. Educational information about personal preparedness will be available at a table outside of Barton Hall, and staff members will be present to answer questions.
Preparedness exercises such as this are a critical component of emergency management efforts at any college or university. Temple continuously evaluates and optimizes its resources and services for the university community through many initiatives, including the training described here.
Thank you for your partnership and support of our public safety efforts. Your safety and well-being are our highest priority. |
|
|
|