Pol-Emergency Preparedness and Contingency Plan

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University of Louisville

OFFICIAL
UNIVERSITY
ADMINISTRATIVE
POLICY

POLICY NAME

Emergency Preparedness and Contingency Plan

EFFECTIVE DATE

POLICY APPLICABILITY

This policy applies to the University Community (administrators, faculty, staff, and students) and visitors.

REASON FOR POLICY

The Emergency Preparedness and Contingency Plan (Plan) defines the course of action to be followed in the case of a fire, explosion, or release of hazardous materials, waste, or waste constituents which could threaten human health or the environment.

POLICY STATEMENT

In the event that an emergency condition occurs that has potential to threaten human health or the environment, the Plan will be initiated and maintained until the emergency condition has been stabilized. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The decision to implement the Plan will be made by the Emergency Manager and depends upon whether or not the emergency situation presents a threat to human health or the environment.

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY

Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer

RESPONSIBLE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT/DIVISION

Emergency Management

Department of Public Safety

University of Louisville

Louisville, KY 40292

502-852-7379

https://louisville.edu/police/emergency-management

HISTORY

Revision Date(s): September 2012; August 3, 2023

Reviewed Date(s): 

The University Policy and Procedure Library is updated regularly. In order to ensure a printed copy of this document is current, please access it online at http://louisville.edu/policies.