Policy 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
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.