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SAFETY AT GW

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Office of Safety and Security

The mission of the Office of Safety and Security is to maintain a comprehensive safety and security program for the George Washington University.

This mission is achieved through active cooperation with all university members and partnerships with local law enforcement and community organizations.

Safety at GW: Working TOGETHER

Office of Safety and SecuritySenior Associate Vice President for Safety and Security

Darrell Darnell

Office of Emergency Management

George Nunez, DirectorOffice of Health and SafetyWilliam Flint, Director

GW Police DepartmentKevin Hay, Chief

Enforces DC laws, federal statutes and university policies Officers are commissioned by the District of Columbia

and have the ability to make arrests on GW property The university has the benefit of two systems to

(address issues): Legal system Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities

Accredited law enforcement agency Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies

(CALEA)

Patrols university community 24/7

GW Police Department (GWPD)

Crime Reporting GWPD Emergency Line

(202) 994-6111 TIPS Line

Anonymous voicemail for reporting crime tips

(202) 994-TIPS (8477) Blue Light Phones

39 phones throughout Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon

Daily Crime Log & Fire Log

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

Safety and Security Teams

Threat Assessment Team

Addresses concerns about threatening or potentially threatening behavior

Includes representatives from GWPD, Student Affairs, Human Resources, Office of General Counsel and University Counseling Center

(202) 994-6111

Sexual Assault Response Consultative (SARC) Team Provides information to

survivors of sexual assault so they can make informed decisions

Explains medical, reporting options and provides referrals for services available at GW and in DC

(202) 994-7222Haven.gwu.edu

Operation Identification & Bike Registration Free engraving of valuable possessions National Bike Registry

Free Self Defense Classes CONNECT Program

Officers spend time in residence halls and with students through other activities to build community, answer questions, and address concerns

Lost and Found Rome Hall 101 ▪ lostandfound@gwu.edu ▪ (202)

994-6948

Crime Prevention

1. Lock your residence hall door when you leave

2. Do not hold doors open for people unless you know them

3. Always carry your GWorld ID Card4. Do not leave your items unattended

For more tips visit: http://police.gwu.edu/safety-tips-your-residence

Safety Tips

1. When going out at night, travel with friends2. Don’t leave friends behind when you leave a

party3. Be aware of your surroundings. Instead of

texting or looking down at the ground, watch the cars and people around you.

Safety in DC

Transportation Services4-RIDE Escort Van Service

Provides a safe ride to and from locations on the Foggy Bottom campus and surrounding area

Operates daily from 7:00PM - 5:30AM

Colonial Express Shuttle Service

Two shuttles drive fixed routes each night

Shuttles pick up students waiting at each stop and drops them off at other stops on the route

Identified by a yellow light on top of the van

Online MyGW portal, also

accessible on laptops and mobile devices

Phone (202) 994-RIDE (7433)

4-RIDE Requests

Volunteer EMTs are certified by the DC Department of Health

Available on the Mount Vernon and Foggy Bottom Campuses

Free medical treatment and hospital transportation On call 24/7 during the fall and spring semesters

Emergency: (202) 994-6111 ▪ @gwEMeRG ▪ GWEMeRG.com

Emergency Medical Response Group (EMeRG)

The Office of Health and Safety develops and promotes programs that provide for the continued health and safety of the students, faculty, staff and visitors to the George Washington University

These programs are divided into two categories: Environmental and Occupational Health Health and Safety Inspections

Office of Health and Safety (H&S)

Health & Safety Inspections

Prohibited Items Candles, halogen lamps, flammable liquids, weapons, non-surge protected extension cords, and cooking appliances in rooms without kitchens

Fire Safety DevicesDamaged and obstructed smoke detectors and sprinkler heads

Plug Locks Disable unapproved electrical

devices $25 fine if not returned by move

out

Confiscation Returned to students if they agree

to remove the item from campus Donated to relief organizations

Office of Health and Safety conducts individual room inspections at least 3

times/yearWhat do inspectors look for during safety

inspections?What happens if they find a

prohibited item?

Over 165 AED units across GW campuses Civil immunity granted by DC to anyone

who uses an AED in good faith and without compensation in the act of providing emergency treatment to a victim suffering from sudden cardiac arrest

AED Quick Tip: The device will not allow a shock to be administered unless the person is actually experiencing a cardiac arrest

GW AED Program

80% of fatal fires involving college students will happen in off campus housing

How to prevent this: Have a working smoke detector Know two ways out Never leave cooking unattended Make sure any candles, open flames

and smoking materials are properly extinguished

Fire Prevention

The mission of the Office of Emergency Management is to ensure that the George Washington University works together to mitigate, prepare for, respond to and recover from all hazards.

Office of Emergency Management (OEM)

Make a PlanTake an “all-hazards” approach to personal preparedness:• Plan for your risk• Plan for your needs• Plan for your location

Build a KitSuggested items for emergency preparedness kit:• Water • Food• Flashlight & extra batteries• First aid kit• Radio & extra batteries• Medication • Cash & some change• Clothes & comfortable shoes• Cell phone charger

Campus Advisories: CampusAdvisories.gwu.edu

GW Alert (update contact information at banweb.gwu.edu) Text messages Email alerts Web alerts

University Information Line Foggy Bottom & Mount Vernon: (202) 994-5050

GW Facebook and Twitter Local Media: www.WTOP.com

Stay Informed

Law Enforcement & Emergency Management Partners Metropolitan Police Department DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency FEMA National Capital Region Coordination

Neighborhood Preparedness Consortium Public-private emergency management partnership Improve communication, coordination and collaboration

Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area Comprised of 12 university and 2 colleges Meets to develop plans, coordinate resources and share

information

Community Partnerships

GW Police Department(202) 994-6111 (emergency)

(202) 994-6110 (non-emergency)

police.gwu.eduTwitter: @GWPolice

Facebook: GW Police

Office of Safety and Security

Darrell DarnellSenior Associate Vice President for Safety and Security

▪ Rice Hall, Suite 701 ▪ (202) 994-7649 ▪ ddarnell@gwu.edu ▪ @GWDarrellD ▪ safety.gwu.edu

Office of Emergency Management(202) 994-4936

CampusAdvisories.gwu.eduEmail: OEM@gwu.edu

Office of Health and Safety(202) 994-4347

gwu.edu/safety/healthEmail: safety@gwu.eduTwitter: @GWFireSafety