DPS Tests Emergency Alerts Over Break

By DANA VATAFU CONTRIBUTING WRITER

On Jan. 13, Fordham Public Safety sent out a test of emergency communications on multiple platforms to the Fordham community.

“We perform these tests at least twice every school year to ensure that the systems essential for your safety are working properly, and that both the staff responsible for sending emergency messages and the members of the campus community are acquainted with their operation,” said Public Safety in an email.

While Public Safety claimed these tests are performed at least twice a year, many Fordham community members have noted the infrequency of these emails.

According to Robert Fitzer, the associate vice president of Fordham Public Safety, these tests help prepare staff members for an emergency situation. Fitzer said they ensure users of the notification platforms are well-versed in their operations.