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Environmental Health and Safety

FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE WHILE ON CAMPUS:

DIAL 911

POLICE * FIRE * MEDICAL

Medical Emergencies

  • Dial 911 immediately
  • Provide assistance consistent with your level of knowledge/training.
  • Do not attempt to move a person with injuries unless imminent danger is present.
  • Remain with the individual until emergency personnel arrive.
  • If blood was involved in the incident and you believe you had contact with it, consult with ISUPD for exposure management.

When calling for assistance, the following information should be provided to the dispatcher:

  1. Name of victim, if known.
  2. Nature of illness or injury.
  3. Location of the victim.
  4. Where someone will meet the rescue squad to lead them to the victim.
  5. Other information that may be pertinent or necessary, or that is requested by the "911" operator or rescue squad personnel.

The caller should stay on the phone with the "911" operator until they are sure no more information is needed.

IIf blood is involved in the incident, see the Bloodborne Pathogens Emergency Response Procedures and requirements.