Emergency PreparednessEmergency PreparednessPresented by

Lorenzo D. Sanchez, MPADirector of Emergency Management

UTSA Office of Emergency UTSA Office of Emergency ManagementManagement

Mission: To lessen the impact of man-made or natural disasters by meeting the needs of our community through planning and the coordination of information and resources.

Coordinate resources across disciplines.

Emergency Operations Center is the headquarters during a disaster.

All HazardsAll Hazards

TerrorismTerrorism

Preparedness In The Preparedness In The WorkplaceWorkplace

Before an Emergency – What Should Before an Emergency – What Should YOU Do?YOU Do?Know what can happen at your workplace.

Review building safety information and know all emergency exit – WHAT’s YOUR PLAN?

Read the Community Emergency Response Guide.

Know your emergency meeting spot and emergency resources.

JOIN the FLOOR CAPTAIN SAFETY LIAISON PROGRAM!!!

If You See an Emergency…If You See an Emergency…1. Assess the situation – quickly determine

the hazard.2. Pull the fire alarm if a fire is detected or

to quickly alert others in danger.3. Call 458-4911 for Police/Fire.4. Contact supervisor.5. Assist with evacuation or shelter-in-

place.6. Promote safety at all times.

Personal PreparednessPersonal Preparedness

Emergency Supplies/KitEmergency Supplies/KitStudent and State IdentificationWater or Sports DrinkNon-perishable food items (Snacks) FlashlightChange of ClothesFirst aid kit/SunscreenMedications

Make a Personal/Family PlanMake a Personal/Family PlanWhere do you go at work? What do you do?

Who know’s where you’re at?

Communicate – Phone Numbers

Practice your plan.

TEXAS PREPARES Website (

www.texasprepares.org)

UTSA Emergency CommunicationsUTSA Emergency Communications• On Campus / Off Campus 911• UTSA Emergency Notification System• UTSA Giant Voice• Campus Alerts Website• Emergency Blue Phones• Mass Email• 458-SNOW• Digital Signage• Local News Stations

Questions, Comments?Questions, Comments?

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