14-crisis-response-guide by Caleb Ivanitsky

Western Mennonite School Crisis Response Guide (Last updated 2013)

Contents GENERAL INFORMATION......................................................................................................................................... 2 EMERGENCY ACTION CHECKLIST ........................................................................................................................ 2 EMERGENCY SIGNALS ......................................................................................................................................... 2 WAITING AREA .................................................................................................................................................... 2 CAMPUS EVACUATION PROCEDURE (GENERAL) ................................................................................................ 3 LOCK DOWN PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................................... 3 MEDIA and PARENT COMMUNICATION PROCEDURE ........................................................................................ 4 CRISIS-SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 5 ABUSE and NEGLECT ........................................................................................................................................... 5 ANIMALS WANDERING ONTO CAMPUS.............................................................................................................. 5 BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS ................................................................................................................................ 5 BOMB THREAT..................................................................................................................................................... 6 CRIMINAL or SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOR .................................................................................................................. 7 EARTHQUAKE ...................................................................................................................................................... 7 EXPLOSIONS ........................................................................................................................................................ 9 FALLEN AIRCRAFT ................................................................................................................................................ 9 FIRE WITHIN SCHOOL BUILDING ....................................................................................................................... 10 FIRE - WILD LAND .............................................................................................................................................. 11 FLOODS.............................................................................................................................................................. 11 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SPILLS........................................................................................................................ 11 MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS .................................................................................................................................... 12 SUICIDE THREAT ............................................................................................................................................ 12 POISONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 13 SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS and WINDSTORMS ................................................................................................ 14 TERRORISM/HOMELAND SECURITY ADVISORY SYSTEM or WAR ..................................................................... 14 TRAUMA of STUDENT or FACULTY/STAFF......................................................................................................... 15 VIOLENCE THREAT ............................................................................................................................................. 15

GENERAL INFORMATION This guide is designed to prepare school employees for potential crisis situations, so that student/employee safety and well being are protected. In general, all crisis situations are to be reported immediately to Administration. If it is necessary to administer emergency first aid and/or call 9-1-1 first, contact Administration as soon as it is safe to do so. When a crisis happens outside of school hours, Administration is still the first point of contact. He will immediately consult with the Central Team and will determine the appropriate course of action. The Staff Phone Tree will be utilized when appropriate. EMERGENCY ACTION CHECKLIST 1. One of the greatest dangers to students and staff is mass panic. In times of stress, students will look to our staff as authority figures for leadership and safety. We can help students and ourselves to endure any emergency by remembering the following: * REMAIN CALM * SIZE UP THE SITUATION * KEEP CONTROL * TAKE THE BEST ACTION BASED ON KNOWN FACTS 2. When an emergency occurs, a well-prepared and tested plan for prompt and positive protection can minimize injuries and loss of life. 3. Each teacher must keep an enrollment register readily available at all times in order to take roll in an emergency. Teachers will remain with their students until directed otherwise. Upon completion, report the results to the Office. 4. In the absence of orders, administration or a designee is authorized and directed to implement plans as described herein or take the necessary actions to save lives and diminish the effects of an emergency. 5. Administration may implement one or more emergency actions in coping with a disaster. 7. During a major emergency incident, students will only be released to the parent, guardian, or other adult specified in the emergency contact notebook. NO EXCEPTIONS. 8. Dismissal of students following an emergency incident will follow the procedures outlined in this handbook. However, this procedure does not preclude the exercise of professional judgment by Administration when the circumstances of the situation indicate dismissal to be in the best interest of the students. 9. During a STATE WIDE EMERGENCY administration will conduct a damage/needs assessment. EMERGENCY SIGNALS When alarm rings one long blast LEAVE BUILDING (Fire or other urgent evacuation) Loud Speaker “Earthquake, Take Cover”  TAKE COVER, LEAVE BUILDING WITH ALL CALL Loud Speaker “Lockout”LOCK DOORS AND GET TO SAFE HIDING Loud Speaker “Lock-in”LOCK DOORS, BARACADE THE DOOR, AND USE A.L.I.C.E. Loud Speaker “All Call”SAFE TO EXIT BUILDINGS AND RETURN TO CLASSROOMS WAITING AREA Unless otherwise specified, the “waiting area” is at the fountain.

CAMPUS EVACUATION PROCEDURE (GENERAL) When there is imminent danger on campus, administration may order a complete campus evacuation. Action: Upon the sounding of “Emergency Evacuation” over the loud speaker: 1. Each teacher will be responsible for his/her students. Check attendance, group students by classroom, have students hold hands if necessary. Leave building in a steady walk. DO NOT RUN. MAKE SURE THAT THE APPROPRIATE PERSONNEL TAKE THE STUDENT EMERGENCY CONTACT NOTEBOOK WITH THEM TO THE DESIGNATED OFF-CAMPUS EVACUATION AREA. 3. Administration will determine if evacuation will be made by foot (walking) or by busing. a. Walkers will walk on the side of the road and proceed to the waiting area at the fountain or other area determined by administration. b. Buses will drop off students at the nearest alternate site. c. Students will be released only to individuals listed on the student’s emergency contact form. d. A notification must be left at the school site indicating the address where students have been relocated. e. All further action will be directed by administration.

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LOCK DOWN PROCEDURE When there is imminent danger on campus, administration may order a “lock down”. This will be implemented only when an extraordinary event occurs. This might include: • Dangerous, unauthorized person on campus (with weapon) • A community incident that may have significant implications at the school site We follow the A.L.I.C.E. method for our LOCKDOWN procedure. This is not to be followed in any order, but rather as a basis for safety. Alert – Get the word out. Call law enforcement and stay on the phone. Lockdown – Secure the room, create barriers, and arm yourself with materials. Inform – If you see or hear the intruder announce it over the all call to keep others informed. Counter – If intruder enters room apply skills to confuse, distract, and gain control. Evacuate – Evacuate whenever safe to a location determined by you. Get out if possible. 3

The purpose of this is to provide the safest conditions for our students. During these times, parents can help by not calling or coming to the school. We know this is stressful for parents, but parents must understand that the safety of our students comes first. Information will be sent home as soon as possible. ACTION: Upon the sounding of “Lock Down” over the loud speaker or hearing shots fired: 1. Immediately take cover bringing any and all students in the area into a room with you. 2. Lock the door and keep students away from doors and windows. 3. Put as many items in front of the door as possible. Create as large of a barrier as possible. 4. Pull blinds/shades on all windows. 5. Collect items that can be thrown at a threat upon entry into classroom. 6. Do not remain huddled in a corner. Spread out around the room in a position to surprise anyone who may enter the room. Remain quiet! 7. Do not let anyone into the room unless they are identified and confirmed (verbal questioning) to be law enforcement. 8. Evacuate at any point if the threat in the building is located and an evacuation can be made safely. While evacuating do not let students stand closely together. Have them run with erratic movement to prevent getting hit. 9. Once “all-clear” is heard over the loud speakers please evaluate the safety of your situation and remove students from danger. MEDIA and PARENT COMMUNICATION PROCEDURE After calling emergency services and following safety procedures for your building, it is imperative that employees relay factual information regarding any emergency or disaster to administration ONLY. Misinformation given to parents or the media can create confusion. Isolated quotes from individuals are usually incomplete or misleading and therefore MUST BE AVOIDED. All public inquiries should be directed to administration.

CRISIS-SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS ABUSE and NEGLECT As a school employee, you are a mandatory reporter. This means, you must report any “reasonable suspicion” of child abuse according to Oregon law. If you hear something or personally observe something that makes you suspect a child has suffered from physical injury, neglect, sexual abuse, violence, mental injury, or child selling, call the Child Abuse Hotline: 503-378-6704, and immediately notify administration. It is up to the Child Protective Services office to assess the situation and take the proper action. You do not need to have “proof” or do any investigation prior to reporting.

ANIMALS WANDERING ONTO CAMPUS If a wild or domestic animal is located on the campus the following procedures should be followed: 1. All students and staff must be kept away from the animal. 2. Administration must be notified. 3. Contact Polk County Animal Control at (503) 623-9251 to remove the animal. 4. Keep a journal for stray animals in the event that they return so you are able to contact the owner.

BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS If there is a spill of body fluids in your work area, please notify the School Office immediately. The school office will then contact a member of the custodial staff who is trained to properly clean body fluids. If you are able to clean up a minor spill (using proper procedure), or if a student takes care of it him/herself, it is STILL important to notify the office so that the custodial staff can do a thorough sanitation of the spill area as soon as possible. If you clean up a minor spill, follow these procedures: 1. Assemble your cleaning supplies: disinfectant cleaner, safety glasses, mask, gloves, paper towels, and correct disposal container. 2. Wash your hands with hand soap. 3. Put on your safety glasses, gloves, and mask. 4. Spray the approved disinfectant on and around the spill; keep spill wet for the time specified on the label. 5. Cover the spill and disinfectant with an absorbent material (paper towel) to prevent splattering. 6. After the fluid has soaked into the towel, dispose in the BBP container. 7. Spray the spill area again with an approved disinfectant. 8. Let the disinfectant work for the specified amount of time. Allow to air dry. 9. Dispose of any decontaminated material and personal protective equipment. 10. Wash your hands with hand soap.

BOMB THREAT The safety of students and personnel has the highest priority when dealing with a bomb threat. 1. When a bomb threat call is received, the person receiving the call is to use the Threatening Call Checklist and make every attempt to: a. Keep the caller talking as long as possible. B. Ask the caller for a description of the bomb, where it is, and when it is expected to explode. c. Identify background noises. d. Note distinguishing voice characteristics. e. Determine the caller’s knowledge of the facility. 2. DO NOT HANG UP THE PHONE! Have someone else use another phone to call authorities. 3. Bomb Call Checklist. Try to obtain the following information from the caller: a. When is the bomb going to explode? b. Where is the bomb right now? c. What does the bomb look like? d. What kind of bomb is it? e. What will cause the bomb to explode? f. Did you place the bomb? g. Why? h. What is your address? i. What is your name? j. From where are you calling? k. Exact wording of the bomb threat:

l. Other information: Time: Length of call:

Date: Number where call was received:

4. The person nearest the person receiving the call will immediately dial 9-1-1- and then notify administration as soon as it is safe to do so. If it is after school hours, also notify the dorm director. 5. Administration will use fire drill signals and institute standard evacuation procedures as specified in the emergency plan or evacuate buildings by sending runners to each classroom/area to verbally notify personnel of evacuation. DO NOT USE RADIOS or cell phones TO COMMUNICATE WITHIN THE SCHOOL, AS SOME BOMBS ARE RADIO OPERATED. THIS WOULD ALSO INCLUDE CELL PHONES AND PAGERS. If the lights were “on” when the threat was made, they should be left “on”. If the lights were “off”, they should be left “off”. This would include all utilities. 7. If determined necessary, evacuate personnel at least 300 feet from the site. During inclement weather and a possible prolonged search, move students to an alternate location. 8. A bomb can be almost anything, ranging from the most overt bundle of dynamite and clock to cleverly concealed, perfectly ordinary objects, such as: a briefcase, a tool box and a piece of pipe. LOOK FOR and REPORT ANY OBJECT THAT DOES NOT BELONG. If what appears to be a bomb is found, DO NOT TOUCH IT. Let the Police Department and the HAZARDOUS DEVICE TEAM take charge of the object. 9. Take roll count of students and report findings to Administration as soon as it is safe. 10. Check absentee list for possible clues as to who might have phoned in the bomb scare. 6

CRIMINAL or SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOR All school employees are expected to assist in making a school site campus a safe place by being alert to suspicious situations and by reporting them. Everyone is asked to report to administration the existence of anyone loitering or soliciting on campus. These people will be asked to leave campus if they do not have permission. If you are a witness to, the victim of, or are involved in any on-campus violations of the law, such as: assault, robbery, theft, and/or overt sexual behavior, DO NOT PLACE YOURSELF AT UNNECESSARY RISK. YOUR PRIMARY FUNCTION IS TO OBSERVE AND REPORT INFORMATION. Observe the following emergency procedures: 1) Notify administration. 2) Supply the following information: a. Nature of incident b. Location of incident c. Description of person(s) involved d. Description of property involved 3) Administration will call the appropriate parties 4) Render medical aid as needed. 5) Take student roll and report absences to the School Office as soon as it is safe. 6) Remain at the scene until contacted by the emergency responders or directed by administration to other duties. EARTHQUAKE All staff should advise students DO NOT PANIC! If protected from falling objects, the rolling motion of the earth is frightening but not necessarily dangerous. Ordinarily the initial earthquake is the most severe and subsequent shocks are less violent. ACTION: If possible, Administration /Office/Dorm will give a warning by the sounding of “Earthquake! Take Cover” over the loud speaker. IF INSIDE A BUILDING: 1. Implement ACTION “DUCK, COVER, HOLD” (Do not face windows). 2. Take precautions from falling objects. a. Get beneath a desk, table, or bench and cover head with any article of clothing to minimize injuries. b. If cover is unavailable, get against an inside doorway or crouch against an inside wall and cover head. 3. All doors should be left OPEN to minimize jamming if the building shifts. 4. Stay away from outside walls and areas where there are large panels of glass and/or heavy suspended light fixtures. 5. After the earthquake is over and the ground has stopped shaking, then LEAVE the BUILDING. 6. Proceed to the site waiting area. Remain in control. DO NOT RUN! IF OUTSIDE: 1. Implement ACTION “DUCK, COVER, HOLD.” 2. After the earthquake is over, move quickly away from buildings, fountain, pond, baseball backstops, basketball courts, athletic field lights, utility poles, large signs, trees, exposed wires, and wet areas. 3. Avoid touching electrical wires and metal objects, such as chain link fences. 4. Proceed to the site waiting area. Remain in control. DO NOT RUN! 7

IF ON A SCHOOL BUS: 1. The driver will pull the bus to the side of the road and ask students to “DUCK, COVER, HOLD.” 2. The driver will turn off the ignition and set the brake. 3. After the earthquake, the driver will contact the Office for instructions and take roll. AT THE WAITING AREA: 1. Take roll count of students and report findings to administration. 2. Assess medical needs and send injured persons to the triage area with a support person. 3. Request assistance as needed. a. The office will be responsible for service coordination. Maintenance and grounds employees will assist as needed and will be under the direction of the administrator. b. The Staff will report damage assessment and needs requirements to administration. c. If the school cannot dispatch for help, then the office will create an alternative plan to request assistance/aid. 4. Provide temporary medical care, shelter, water, food, etc. 5. Do not light fires or touch fallen wires. 6. Be alert for instructions from the Office. 7. Do not attempt to enter a building until it has been declared safe by an authorized official. 8. During a major emergency incident, students will only be released to the parent, guardian, or to the adult specified on the emergency card. THERE SHALL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY. Students who are not picked up by their parents may be transported to another student shelter. DURING NON-SCHOOL HOURS: 1. If an earthquake occurs during non-school hours and the earthquake is of a magnitude of 6.0 or greater, the following applies: a. The Dorm Director will immediately check school facilities for damage and report to Emergency Services, Campus Manager, Evening Security, and/or Administration when necessary: • No Damage -- no action is required. • Minor Damage -- (can wait for repair) Notify Maintenance workers and request repair. • Major Damage -- (broken water main, gas main) Turn off main shut off valves and then notify Maintenance workers/Utility companies and request repair. • Emergency Damage -- (fire, electrical poles down, building collapse). Turn off gas supply, water shut off valves (if no danger to you). Turn off main electrical switch (if no danger to you). Call emergency city/county service.

EXPLOSIONS When an explosion occurs, the first evidence may be an extremely intense light. A loud noise and a Blast wave will follow almost immediately. In the case of an explosion, call 9-1-1 and then notify the school office immediately. PLUMBING FAILURE/FLOODING: Do not use electrical equipment - evacuate the area and notify the office. GAS OR STEAM LEAK: Cease all operations, immediately evacuate the area and notify the office. FIRE: In the event of visual smoke or the smell of burning materials, pull the local fire alarm switch, evacuate the area and notify the Office. INSIDE A BUILDING: In the event of an explosion or the threat of an explosion, i.e.: leaking gas or a faulty boiler, within a school building or close to a school site, observe the following emergency procedures: 1. Implement ACTION “DUCK, COVER, HOLD”. 2. Take precautions from falling objects: a. Get beneath a desk, table, or bench and cover head with any article of clothing to minimize injuries. b. If cover is unavailable, get against an inside doorway or crouch against an inside wall and cover head. 3. All doors should be left OPEN to minimize jamming if the building shifts. 4. Stay away from outside walls and areas where there are large panels of glass and/or heavy suspended light fixtures. 5. After the debris has settled, immediately evacuate building and proceed to school waiting area. Remain in control. DO NOT RUN! 6. Notify administration; administration will call 911 and/or any other needed emergency services. OUTSIDE: 1. Implement ACTION “DUCK, COVER, HOLD”. 2. Take precautions from falling objects. 3. Stay away from outside walls and areas where there are panels of glass or heavy light poles. 4. After the debris has settled, proceed to the school waiting area. Remain in control. DO NOT RUN! 5. Notify administration; administration will call 911 and/or any other needed emergency services. AFTER HOURS: Dorm Director notifies Campus Manager, Campus Security, and/or administration if necessary. FALLEN AIRCRAFT The sound of the crash or an explosion may be the only warning staff and students will hear if an aircraft has crashed. The sound and motion will feel similar to an earthquake. If an aircraft falls near or on school buildings, the following emergency procedures will be observed: INSIDE A BUILDING: 1. Implement: ACTION “DUCK, COVER, HOLD.” 2. Take precautions from falling objects: a. Get beneath a desk, table, or bench and cover head with clothing to minimize injuries. b. If cover is unavailable, get against an inside doorway or against an inside wall and cover head. 3. Stay away from outside walls and areas where there are panels of glass and/or heavy light fixtures. 4. After the debris has settled, immediately notify administration and evacuate the building. 5. Proceed to school waiting area. Remain in control. DO NOT RUN! 9

IF OUTSIDE: 1. Implement: ACTION “DUCK, COVER, HOLD.” 2. After the debris has settled, notify administration and move quickly away from the crash site. 3. Proceed to school waiting area. Remain in control. DO NOT RUN! AT THE WAITING AREA: 1. Administration or designee calls 9-1-1. 2. Take roll count of students and report findings to the Office. 3. Check for any medical needs. 4. Do not light fires or touch fallen wires. 5. Be alert for instructions from administration. 6. Do not attempt to enter a building until it has been declared safe by an authorized official. 7. All students and staff are to be kept at a safe distance from the crash site. Stay up-wind from crash site in case of a possible explosion. NOTE: The minimum safe distance is 400 yards if the aircraft involved in the crash is a jet. FIRE WITHIN SCHOOL BUILDING If there is a fire in your classroom immediately pull the nearest fire alarm switch, call 9-1-1, evacuate the room and notify the Office. 1. Teachers maintain a clipboard (posted by the exit) in their classroom with evacuation routes and student rosters. 2. When fire alarm sounds, teacher grabs clipboard; all students file out of rooms in single file with a brisk pace, but not running and proceed to the waiting area. Remain in control. DO NOT RUN! 3. Follow posted evacuation routes. 4. The first student to reach the outside exit of the building is to remain at the door keeping the door open and then closing the door when all students are out of the building. The teacher is to be the last person out of the room. AT THE WAITING AREA: 1. Take roll count of students using clipboard and report findings to Office. 2. Be alert for instructions from administration. 3. During a major emergency incident, a student will only be released to the parent, guardian, or other adult specified in the emergency contact notebook. THERE SHALL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY. Students who are not picked up by their parents may be transported to another student shelter. 4. Keep access roads open for emergency vehicles and remain at least 100 feet away from the building. 5. Students and staff should not return to the building until Fire Department officials declare the area safe and administration gives the “all clear” signal (3 blasts).

FIRE - WILD LAND When a large land fire is detected, observe the following emergency procedures: IF INSIDE A BUILDING: 1. Notify the Office immediately. 2. Office will call 9-1-1. 3. Only evacuate building(s) when advised by administration. 4. Proceed to the waiting area. Remain in control. DO NOT RUN! FLOODS Floods are generally classed as either slow-rise or flash floods. Slow-rise floods may be preceded by a warning time lasting from hours, days, or possibly weeks. Evacuation and sandbagging for a slow-rise flood may lessen flood related damage. Conversely, flash floods are the most difficult to be prepared for due to the extremely short warning time, if available at all. Flash flood warnings usually require immediate evacuation within the hour. (Only evacuate building if building is in danger and then evacuate to â&#x20AC;&#x153;High Ground.â&#x20AC;?) AT THE WAITING AREA: 1. Take roll count of students and report findings to Administration. 2. Be alert for instructions from administration. 3. During a major emergency incident, a student will only be released to the parent, guardian, or other adult specified on the emergency card. THERE SHALL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY. Students who are not picked up by their parents may be transported to another student shelter. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SPILLS The main threat is toxic fumes. Keep students away from the area where the spill has occurred. IF INSIDE: 1. Notify the school office of the hazardous materials incident. 2. Remain inside until directed. 3. Take roll count of students and report findings to the administrator-in-charge as soon as it is safe. 4. Close windows to reduce exposure (turn off HVAC unit). 5. Determine if any student requires first aid. IF OUTSIDE: 1. Notify the school office of the spill. 2. Move upwind of the spill. 3. Do not step in or handle any spilled material. WHEN EVACUATING: 1. Only evacuate upon command. 2. Avoid affected spill area. 3. During a major emergency incident, students will only be released to the parent, guardian, or other adult specified in the emergency contact notebook. Request identification. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY. Students who are not picked up by their parents may be transported to another student shelter.

MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS If a staff member becomes aware that a student is having a mental health crisis such as:  Parents getting divorced  Death of a close friend or family member  Serious family issues  Serious issues with friends  Sleep issues  Depression  Anxiety  Eating/Body Image issues 1. If there is immediate risk of danger, call 9-1-1 and notify administration and School Counselor. 2. If there is no immediate risk of danger, notify the School Counselor. Counselor will screen student, provide short-term counseling and/or refer to community resources. 1. If there is a safety issue, parents and Administration will be notified immediately. 2. If beneficial for student wellbeing, and if the student consents, counselor may also notify parents, staff, administration, and/or other appropriate individuals on a need-to-know basis for non-safety issues. SUICIDE THREAT Any school employee who has knowledge of a suicide threat is legally obligated to report this information to administration immediately so that the student of concern receives appropriate support and services. Often, information about an at-risk student comes from a third party, such as another student. In any case, it is essential that the identified student be interviewed the same day concerns are reported, whenever possible. 1. If there is imminent danger, Administration calls 9-1-1 and immediately notifies parents and School Counselor; Polk County Juvenile Mental Health, Police Department, or other qualified mental health professional assess student and coordinate with School Counselor and Administration to determine safety/support needs including, but not limited to: a. monitoring/supervision b. personal safety agreement c. support/safety plan d. inpatient/outpatient treatment e. alternative credit options (if not safe to be on campus) 2. If there is no imminent danger, Administration refers student to School Counselor for Level 1 Screening. Counselor interviews student, parents, and other parties using the Level 1 screening form and makes recommendation/referral for further safety, support, and ongoing mental health needs (based upon information gathered from the Level 1 Screening Form) including, but not limited to: a. monitoring/supervision b. personal safety agreement c. support/safety plan d. level 2 assessment by an external qualified mental health professional

POISONS If a staff member or student ingests or is exposed to poison or poisonous substance, follow the section below that most relates to the incident. SWALLOWED POISONS 1. Call the Oregon Poison Center: 1-800-222-1222 or (503)494-8600. or 9-1-1. They will want to know if a. Victim is unconscious or in a coma. b. Victim is having convulsions. c. Victim has ingested a corrosive substance. 2. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING unless directed to by Poison Control 4. Immediately report the incident to the Office. 5. Office will notify parents. INHALED POISONS 1. Call 9-1-1 and immediately report the incident to the Office. Office will notify parents. 2. Carry the victim to fresh air immediately. 3. Loosen all tight clothing. 4. Prevent chilling (wrap in blankets, if necessary). 5. Keep person as quiet as possible. 6. Do not give alcohol in any form. SKIN CONTAMINATION 1. Flush skin with water (shower, hose, faucet) for 15 minutes in a direction away from affected parts. 2. Apply stream of water on skin while removing clothing. 3. Cleanse skin thoroughly with soap and water. Rapidity and duration in washing is most important in reducing extent of injury. 4. Immediately report the incident to the Office. 5. Office will call 9-1-1 if necessary and notify parents. EYE CONTAMINATION 1. Immediately report the incident to the Office. 2. Hold eyelid(s) open and immediately wash eye(s) with gentle stream of running water. (Delay of a few seconds greatly increases extent of injury.) 3. Continue washing for 10-15 minutes. 4. Do not use chemicals; they may increase extent of injury. 5. Office will call 9-1-1- if necessary, notify parents, and have victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye(s) examined by medical personnel. CHEMICAL BURNS 1. Immediately report the incident to the Office; the Office will call 911 if needed and notify parents. 2. Wash contaminated area with large quantities of running water. DO NOT DO THIS STEP IF THE CHEMICAL BURN IS CAUSED BY PHOSPHORUS, CONCENTRATED ACIDS, OR BASES. 3. Immediately cover area with loosely applied clean cloth. 4. Do not use ointments, greases, powders or other drugs in first aid treatment of burns. 5. Treat victim for shock by keeping him/her flat and warm. Try to reassure the victim until medical help is available. 13

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS and WINDSTORMS 1. In severe weather conditions students and staff should remain inside buildings. 2. Close windows and blinds. 3. Remain near an inside wall or away from windowed areas. 4. Evacuate classrooms bearing the full force of the wind. 5. Take roll, report findings to the Office. 6. Administration or Designee will notify utility companies of an actual or suspected break in utility services. 7. If necessary, the Office or Designee will call 9-1-1. 8. During a major emergency incident, students will only be released to the parent, guardian, or other adult specified in the emergency contact notebook. THERE SHALL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY. Students who are not picked up by their parents may be transported to another student shelter. TERRORISM/HOMELAND SECURITY ADVISORY SYSTEM or WAR The primary warning of a terrorist attack will be through the Homeland Security Advisory System, Emergency Broadcast Station or school warning system. In the event of a possible invasion by enemy forces or an attack by hostile forces, implement the following emergency actions. STRATEGIC WARNING: This is a notification that enemy-initiated hostilities may be imminent. Dissemination will be by the news media: radio, television, and/or newspapers. No estimate can be made of the duration of a strategic warning condition. The warning time may be limited to just minutes. If schools are in session, observe the following emergency procedures: 1. Administration will contact the emergency officials necessary. 2. Administration will implement appropriate action for the terrorist threat/action. 3. During a major emergency incident, students will only be released to the parent, guardian, or other adult specified in the emergency contact notebook. NO EXCEPTIONS. Students who are not picked up by their parents may be transported to another student shelter. IMMINENT ATTACK: This means a warning has been received from the North American Air Defense Command (NORAD) through the National Warning System (NAWAS). The warning could mean any one of the following: 1. Confirmed information that hostile forces have been detected and are committed to an attack against the North American continent. 2. Confirmed information that an allied nation or a United States territory or possession has been attacked with nuclear weapons. 3. Confirmed information that an attack has taken place within the North American continent. IF SCHOOLS ARE IN SESSION, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES: 1. The Office will implement ACTION, â&#x20AC;&#x153;DUCK, COVER, HOLD.â&#x20AC;? 3. Turn on a battery-operated radio and tune to an Emergency Broadcast System (EBS) station for official information. 4. Take roll, report findings to the Office. 5. Remain under cover until given other instructions. 14

6. During a major emergency incident, students will only be released to the parent, guardian, or other adult specified on the emergency card. THERE SHALL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY. Students who are not picked up by their parents may be transported to another student shelter. TRAUMA of STUDENT or FACULTY/STAFF In the event of a serious injury or fatality involving a student or faculty/staff member, the following procedure is designed to assist students and staff to cope with the situation. If the incident happens at the school: 1. Immediately notify administration (or dial 9-1-1 first if appropriate). 2. Administration will notify the police, emergency services, parents, or family members as appropriate. 3. Administration will take appropriate action for support to students and staff. The day of a tragedy: 1. Dean of Student Life, Counselor, Campus Pastor, and Dorm Director are to lend help to students and staff who need support. 2. School personnel should not allow an upset student to leave school, especially with other upset students. 3. Counselor should keep a list of students with depression and behavioral concerns. a. Determine which students should go home to a supervised situation. b. Contact parents to pick up students who are unable to deal with their emotions. c. Arrange individual and group meeting areas for students to talk about the incident. During the days after the tragedy: 1. Administration will schedule meetings, as necessary, for faculty/staff to update and share information on the event, and to give support and caring to each other. 2. Teachers will continue to Identify and refer distraught students to the Counselor for special assistance. VIOLENCE THREAT If a staff member observes or suspects an act of violence, they must immediately report to Administration. 1. If imminent danger exists, call 9-1-1 and take precautions to make sure students/staff are safe. 2. Administration uses Student Threat Assessment flowchart to determine appropriate course of action which could include any of the following: a. Consultation with School Counselor b. Level 1 Screening (parents are notified) c. Notification of Law Enforcement d. Developing a Safety Plan e. Level 2 Assessment (contact John Van Dreal at Willamette ESD at 503-399-3101 or 503-510-0269) f. Filing a Police Report 3. Targeted adult or targeted student and his or her parents are notified by Administration.