Missing student protocol
If any CSU student is possibly missing, immediately notify the CSU Police Department at 970‐491‐6425 or call/text 911 if it is an emergency. Do not wait.
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Building Evacuation
When evacuating a building, leave, alert, go and inform. Do not waste time, knock on doors to alert your neighbors and meet at the designated assembly area.
Fire
In the event of a fire, evacuate the building, activate the fire alarm, avoid elevators and close doors on your way out to confine fire and smoke. If you cannot leave, protect yourself from smoke and call or text 911 to let them know where you are.
Individuals in Distress
If you are concerned about the health, well-being or safety of a student or employee, contact Tell Someone or call 911.
Crimes Against a Person or Property
Acts of violence, property crimes and civil disturbance require different steps, but one should always contact CSUPD as soon as possible in these situations and ensure your own safety.
Medical Emergencies
Always call 911 and follow the directions given. All dispatchers are medically trained and will instruct you on the best aid to give. Ensure the area is safe and call for help from bystanders; remain with the person until emergency personnel arrive.
Active Threat
Review action steps for chemical, biological or radiological contaminants, shelter-in-place, building lockdown, and active assailant situations.
Utility Failure
Utility failures may include, but are not limited to, electrical outage, plumbing failure or interior flooding, natural gas leak, ventilation problems, and elevator failure. If there is immediate danger, call or text 911.
Animal Control & Removal
Per university policy no person owning or having control of any animal shall permit such animal to be brought on university property without a leash suitably attached to the animal while holding the leash. In cases of animal attack or immediate danger, contact CSUPD.
Severe Weather
Severe weather may include lightning, flooding, tornado, winter weather, wildfires, high wind or earthquakes. Review alerts and safety protocols for such circumstances to ensure preparedness.