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Hardin-Simmons University Emergency Desk Reference Page 3
INTRODUCTION This guidance document is intended to be used by faculty and staff of Hardin-Simmons University
as a quick reference for recommended action in the event of an emergency or abnormal condition.
A printed copy should be kept in a location that is accessible to all department personnel in the
event of an emergency.
For any other questions or comments, please contact the HSU University Police at (325) 670-1461.
All faculty, staff, and students will automatically be included in an email notification system for
emergencies. To receive text notifications on mobile devices or to set notification preferences, go
to HSU Central and click on the HSU Alert icon.
UNSAFE CONDITIONS If you observe an unsafe condition that poses a threat of injury or property damage, you should
contact the HSU Police Department at (325) 670-1461.
All unsafe conditions should be reported to avoid injury or property damage.
INJURY OR ILLNESS If you become aware of a seriously ill or injured person you should:• Call (9) 911 or the university nurse at (325) 670-1314.
• Give the police or nurse as much information as possible about the injury or illness and the
location of the victim.
• Do not attempt to move a seriously injured person.
• Remain with the person until the police or emergency medical personnel arrive.
• If the injured person is an employee, contact his/her supervisor as soon as possible.
AED (A UTOMATED EXTERNAL D EFIBRILLATOR) LOCATIONS • HSU Police Patrol Car.
• Mabee Sports Medical Clinic (not publicly accessible).
• Sandefer Field House Sports Medical Clinic (not publicly accessible).
• Soccer Field House Sports Medical Clinic (not publicly accessible).
• Softball Field House Sports Medical Clinic (not publicly accessible).
THREAT R ESPONSE NOTIFICATION PROCEDURES In the event of an emergency or abnormal/unsafe condition, the following notification procedures
should be followed: