PUBLIC SAFETY

BROKEN WATER PIPES

In the event of Broken Water Pipes:

Evacuate to a safe area away from the water condition. 

Call the Public Safety Office 973 684-5403 or Facilities 973 684-5999 by cell phone or any available college phone. 

Provide the office personnel the following information:

• Your name
• Location of the incident (be as specific as possible)
• The type broken pipe if known
• If anyone is injured

Should it be a life threatening situation, where electricity is involved call the Public Safety 973 684-5403 /Dial 911.

Provide the administrative office personnel or police dispatcher with the following information:

• Your name
• Location of the incident (be as specific as possible)
• Type of electrical incident if known
• Injuries to anyone, if known

If the building is being evacuated all students and staff members are to assemble in the parking lot across from the building.

BOMB THREAT PROCEDURES

The following procedures should be followed in the event you receive a phone call, a verbal or physical threat, suspicious mail or package.

RECEIVING AND REPORTING THE THREAT

Remain calm, DIAL 911/notify Public Safety 973 684-5403 from any office phone.

Any bomb threat should be treated as real until proven otherwise.

Suspicious Packages

• Unidentified or suspicious object(s) should not be moved and reported to Public Safety. Common characteristics of a suspicious package are; an unexpected delivery, the lack of a return address, excessive postage, strains, strange odors or sounds. Do not assume it is the only package.

Phone Threats

• If your phone has caller ID display, copy the numbers and/or letters. 
• Do not hang up the phone. 
• If possible, have another person listen in on the conversation. 
• Immediately have someone call Public Safety 973 684-5403 /Dial 911 from another phone line. 
• Give the name, phone number, and room number where the bomb threat is received so the person receiving the call can be reached if needed.
• Listen, be calm and courteous, do not interrupt the caller, and obtain as much information as you can. 
• Take notes on exact phrases or statements. 
• Note the time the call is received, the sex and accent of the caller, his or her attitude, and any background noises that can help identify where the caller may be located (bells, talking, traffic, etc.). 
• Try to keep the caller on the line as long as possible.
• The most critical information you can obtain from the caller is the time that the bomb will explode, where it is located, and the appearance of the bomb. 
• Also ask the caller for his or her name, if they placed the bomb, and where they placed it.

Written Threats

• If the threat is received in writing, the letter or note should be turned over to Public Safety who will, in turn, will relay the note over to the proper authorities. 
• The note should be handled as little as possible as it may be useful in an investigation.
• If the threat was left on a voicemail, notify Public Safety immediately and do not delete or forward the message.

At no time will the College Employees search for a bomb without the direction and supervision of the Passaic County Sheriff Department’s Bomb Squad.

During the investigation cell phones will not be used (the frequency cell phone might activate the bomb). 

CHEMICAL HAZARD

In case of chemical spills, leaks or strange odors:
1) Remove yourself from the area, and keep others away.
2) Do not walk into, touch, or smell any of the spilled substance.
3) Try not to inhale gases, fumes or smoke.  If possible, cover mouth with a cloth while leaving the area.
4) Stay away from any accident victims, until help arrives.
5) Try to stay upstream, uphill and upwind of the accident
6) Dial 911/Public Safety 973 684-5403.  Provide the administrative office or police dispatcher the following information:
a. Your name

b. Your location

c. Information about the spill (area involved, injuries, type of chemicals, amount)
IF THE BUILDING HAS BEEN EVACUATED NO ONE IS PERMITTED IN THE BUILDING UNTIL THE ALL CLEAR IS GIVEN BY THE PATERSON FIRE CHIEF OR HIS DESIGNEE OR THE COMMANDING OFFICER OF THE PASSAIC COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT’S HAZARDOUS MATERALS UNIT.

IMMEDIATE FIRST AID

ALWAYS BE FAMILIAR WITH ANY CHEMICALS YOU ARE WORKING WITH.

If you have been exposed to a chemical, refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for that chemical or chemical compound.  Go to the Health Hazard Data Section, usually on the first page.  This should include First Aid Information. MSDS copies are maintained in the laboratory and the Public Safety Office.

CIVIL DISTRURBANCE, DEMONSTRATION, RIOT

1.  Call Public Safety and state your name, location and area involved.

• Avoid the area of disturbance, demonstration and/or riot
• If you are unable to leave, lock yourself in a classroom or office until first responders can get to you.

2.  When calling the administrative office personnel or police dispatcher with the following information:
a. Your name
b. Location of the incident (be as specific as possible)
c. Describe the type of disturbance
d. Numbers of persons involved
e. Injuries to anyone, if any

ELECTRICAL

In the event of an Electrical Hazard:

Evacuate to a safe area away from the Electrical Hazard and notify Public Safety.

In the event of a life threatening situation Dial 911 other wise call the Public Safety by cell or any available college phone.

Provide the administrative office personnel or police dispatcher the following information:
• Your name
• Location of the incident (be as specific as possible)
• Type of incident
• Number of injuries, if known

If the building is being evacuated all students and staff members are to assemble in the parking lot across from the building. 

No one is permitted back in the building until the all clear is given. 

CAMPUS EVACUATION

In the event of an emergency requiring the complete evacuation of Passaic County Community College the following guidelines will be followed; all students, staff and visitors will exit the building in a quiet, orderly manner.  The College fire alarm system will provide warning in case of fire.  In the event of another type of emergency the College population would be notified as to the appropriate action through one of the following means Panther Alert, College Web Page, megaphone and Police Vehicle public address system thereby assuring sufficient opportunity for all personnel to exit safely.  Once learning that an alarm has been activated, proceed to the nearest emergency exit.  Specific building evacuation plans are listed below.  DO NOT TAKE TIME TO COLLECT COATS, HATS, BOOKS, ECT.  EXIT IMMEDIATELY!

DO NOT USE ELEVATORS as a means of evacuation during a fire alarm or other emergency.

In case of a fire, the Fire Chief of the Paterson Fire Department or his designee is in command of all fire fighting operations; all questions are to be directed to him.  Any and all directives issued by the Fire Chief or his designee shall be promptly obeyed. 

FOUNDERS’ HALL
1 College Blvd, Paterson, NJ

All personnel are to proceed as follows:

THIRD, FOURTH AND FIFTH FLOORS

All personnel must become familiar with all emergency exits.   In the event of an evacuation all personnel will use the nearest fire exit unless directed otherwise by members of Public Safety or Facilities.  Personnel shall exit the building in an orderly manner, exiting on the first floor level.  For personnel on the third floor, emergency fire stairs are located next to room E310 and room E-321 in the Presidents area. 

SECOND FLOOR

All persons will exit using the nearest emergency exit or the Ellison street stairwell.

FIRST FLOOR

All persons will exit via the Ellison Street entrance or the College Boulevard Door located by Public Safety.

BASEMENT AREA 

Personnel will exit using the main stairs and proceed out to College Boulevard.

THEATER

All persons will proceed to the nearest fire exit and proceed out to Ellison Street and assemble in the parking lot across from the Ellison Street entrance.

GYMNASIUM

Persons in the gymnasium will proceed to the nearest fire exit and exit via Ellison Street entrance to the parking lot across the Street or though the fire door adjacent to Shultis Lane and assemble in faculty parking lot (across from the gym on College Boulevard).

FITNESS CENTER

The fitness center is equipped with two exits.  Persons using the fitness center must make themselves familiar with all exits in the event of an emergency.  Persons in the fitness center will proceed to the nearest fire exit, and exit via Shultis Lane, and assemble in the faculty parking lot.  Persons can also exit through the gymnasium and proceed through the Ellison Street entrance and assemble across the street (by the Hamilton Hall).

GAME ROOM

The game room is equipped with three exits. Persons using the game room must make themselves familiar with all exits.  In the event of an evacuation everyone is to exit through the nearest exit and assemble across the street by the Hamilton Hall.  

NO ONE WILL REMAIN BY ANY ENTRANCE TO THE BUILDING-CONGESTION AT THE BUILDING ENTRANCES WILL CAUSE AN OBSTRUCTION TO FIRE DEPARTMENT OPERATIONS.

PLEASE NOTE:
In the event a handicapped person is on one of the upper floors, they should report to the nearest Emergency Evacuation Meeting Station, located on every floor (see Appendix A for specific locations), or should contact Public Safety via campus phone extension 811from any office telephone or 973 684-5403 from a cell phone in order to receive assistance by security personnel.

ADJUNCT OFFICE
3 CHURCH STREET, Paterson, NJ

All persons will proceed to the nearest exit to the exterior of the building and proceed to parking lot #3 (Faculty Lot) located on College Boulevard and Church Street.

If any person cannot leave the room he/she is in, close the door, and dial x811 to be assisted out of the building by Public Safety personnel or emergency responders.

If the room is without a telephone, the person in need of assistance should go to the nearest window and attract the attention of persons outside and wait for Public Safety personnel or emergency responders.

If time is of the essence and evacuation is immediate, use any available object and break a window to escape.

ACADEMIC HALL
1 College Blvd, Paterson, NJ

All personnel (students, faculty, etc.) are to proceed to the nearest fire exit, and exit from the building onto Broadway.  Personnel should then be moved toward Church Street.  Handicapped persons should report to an Emergency Evacuation Meeting Station, located on every floor (see Appendix A for specific locations), or should call extension 811 from any office phone or call 973-684-5403 from a cell phone in order to be assisted out of the building by security personnel.

CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER
1 College Blvd, Paterson, NJ

All persons will proceed to the nearest fire exit and assemble in the parking lot on College Boulevard (Lot #3 Faculty Lot).  This procedure applies to the New Day Care unit as well as the Primary Day Care Unit.

PLEASE NOTE:
If any person cannot leave their room, the door of the room should be closed and a telephone call should be made to campus extension 811 from an office phone if possible, if not from a cell 973-684-5403 to report that assistance is needed.  If the room is without a telephone, the person in need of assistance should go to the nearest window and attract attention of persons outside.  The person in need of help must remain in the room with the door closed and await Security Personnel or Paterson Police/Firefighters or Passaic County Sheriff’s Department.

HAMILTON HALL
188 Ellison Street, Paterson, NJ

All personnel (students, faculty, etc.) are to proceed to the nearest fire exit away from the affected area, then down the stairway and exit the building onto Ellison Street.  All personnel should be directed to the parking lot on Ellison Street (Visitor Lot) and any over flow into lot 2.

If any person cannot leave their room, the door of the room should be closed and a telephone call should be made to campus extension 811 from an office phone if possible, if not from a cell 973-684-5403 to report that assistance is needed.  If the room is without a telephone, the person in need of assistance should go to the nearest window and attract attention of persons outside.  The person in need of help must remain in the room with the door closed and await Security Personnel or Paterson Police/Firefighters or Passaic County Sheriff’s Department.

Handicapped persons should report to the nearest Emergency Evacuation Meeting Station, located on each floor (see Appendix A for specific locations), or call extension 811 from any office telephone or 973-684-5403 from a cell phone in order to be assisted out of the building by Security Personnel.

HAMILTON CLUB
32 Church Street, Paterson, NJ

All personnel (students, faculty, etc.) are to proceed to the central stairway, then down the stairway and exit the building onto Church Street, continuing to the front of the Public Safety Complex (Paterson Police Department) Broadway and Church Street.  If the central stairway is not accessible, all personnel are to proceed to the nearest fire exit.

If any person cannot leave their room, the door of the room should be closed and a telephone call should be made to campus extension 811 from an office phone if possible, if not from a cell 973-684-5403 to report that assistance is needed.  If the room is without a telephone, the person in need of assistance should go to the nearest window and attract attention of persons outside.  The person in need of help must remain in the room with the door closed and await Security Personnel or Paterson Police/Firefighters or Passaic County Sheriff’s Department.

Handicapped persons should report to the nearest Emergency Evacuation Meeting Station, located on each floor (see Appendix A for specific locations), or call extension 811 from any office telephone or 973-684-5403 from a cell phone in order to be assisted out of the building by Security Personnel.

Enrollment and Student Services Center (ESS)
225 Market St., Paterson, NJ

All students, faculty, and staff are to proceed down the center stairway and exit out the front door (Market Street).  There are two staircases that can be used as alternate escapes located on the south wall of the building that feed from the 2nd floor; mezzanine; 1st floor; and basement.  Lastly, there is an exit door from the 2nd floor into the CTC building and / or bridge over the loading dock located in the west corner of the Market Street building. Loading dock personnel will exit the dock ramp to Memorial Drive.

MEMORIAL HALL
200 Memorial Drive, Paterson, NJ

All students, faculty, and staff are to proceed to the main stairway located alongside the Ellison St. side of the building, then down the stairway, and then exit the building to the sidewalk on Ellison St., moving in a southerly direction towards Church St. stopping 250’ from Memorial Hall.  If the stairway mentioned above is not accessible, then personnel are to proceed to the fire exits at the rear of the classroom hallways, and exit into the rear parking lot.

PRUDEN BUILDING
44 Church Street, Paterson, NJ

All personnel (students, faculty, etc.) are to proceed to the central stairway, then down the stairway and exit the building onto Church Street, continuing to the parking lot at the intersection of Ellison Street and Memorial Drive.  If the central stairway is not accessible, all personnel are to proceed to the fire exits at the rear of the building.

If any person cannot leave their room, the door of the room should be closed and a telephone call should be made to campus extension 811 from an office phone if possible, if not from a cell 973-684-5403 to report that assistance is needed.  If the room is without a telephone, the person in need of assistance should go to the nearest window and attract attention of persons outside.  The person in need of help must remain in the room with the door closed and await Security Personnel or Paterson Police/Firefighters or Passaic County Sheriff’s Department.

Handicapped persons should report to the nearest Emergency Evacuation Meeting Station, located on each floor (see Appendix A for specific locations), or call extension 811 from any office telephone or 973-684-5403 from a cell phone in order to be assisted out of the building by Security Personnel.

BROADWAY ACADEMIC CENTER (BAC)
126 Broadway, Paterson, NJ

All personnel (students, faculty, etc.) should follow exit signs directing persons to exit from either the Broadway side of the building or into the College Boulevard parking lot.

If any person cannot leave their room, the door of the room should be closed and a telephone call should be made to campus extension 811 from an office phone if possible, if not from a cell 973-684-5403 to report that assistance is needed.  The person in need of help must remain in the room with the door closed and await Security Personnel or Paterson Police/Firefighters or Passaic County Sheriff’s Department.

COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY CENTER (CTC)
218 Memorial Drive, Paterson, NJ

All personnel (students, faculty, etc.) are to proceed to the central stairway, then down the stairway and exit the building onto Memorial Drive, continuing to the parking lot at the intersection of Ellison Street and Memorial Drive.  If the central stairway is not accessible, all personnel are to proceed to the nearest fire exit and exit the building

If any person cannot leave their room, the door of the room should be closed and a telephone call should be made to campus extension 811 from an office phone if possible, if not from a cell 973-684-5403 to report that assistance is needed.  If the room is without a telephone, the person in need of assistance should go to the nearest window and attract attention of persons outside.  The person in need of help must remain in the room with the door closed and await Security Personnel or Paterson Police/Firefighters or Passaic County Sheriff’s Department.

Handicapped persons should report to the nearest Emergency Evacuation Meeting Station, located on each floor (see Appendix A for specific locations), or call extension 811 from any office telephone or 973-684-5403 from a cell phone in order to be assisted out of the building by Security Personnel.

FLOODING

In case of building Flooding:
Call Public Safety and state your name, location and area involved. Move to higher ground.

In case of Area Flooding: If the College is closed or classes are canceled, notification will be provided via Panther Alert, College’s website, and designated television and radio stations.

HARASSMENT

All students, faculty, staff and administrators at the College have the right to expect a safe work environment.  Harassment is any action that may reasonably be expected to threaten, coerce or intimidate an individual or a class of individuals.  Where the alleged harassment involves a potential violation of federal or state anti-discrimination laws, the College’s affirmative action officer may be called upon to investigate the allegations, using procedures approximating those outlined in the College’s “Sexual Harassment Policy”.  However, nothing contained in this policy shall be construed either to limit the legitimate exercise of the right of free speech or to infringe upon the academic freedom of any member of the College community. 

Any employee who considers himself/herself to be a victim of harassment is advised to contact the Vice President for Human Resources.

A student who considers himself/herself to be a victim of harassment is advised to contact the Dean of Students.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

In the event of a Hazardous Materials spill:

Dial 911/ notify notify Public Safety at 973 684-5403 via cell phone or any available college phone.
• Remove yourself from the area, and keep others away.
• Do not walk into, touch, or smell any of the spilled substance.
• Try not to inhale gases, fumes or smoke.  If possible, cover mouth with a cloth while leaving the area.
• Stay away from any victims until the hazardous material has been identified.
• Try to stay upstream, uphill and upwind of the accident.

Provide the administrative office personnel or police dispatcher the following information:
• Your name
• Location of the incident (be as specific as possible)
• The name or type of material or chemical (if known)
• How much of the material or chemical spilled
• Numbers of persons contaminated
• Injuries to anyone, if known

If the building is evacuated all students and staff are to move away from the building.NO ONE IS PERMITTED IN THE BUILDING UNTIL THE ALL CLEAR IS GIVEN BY THE PATERSON FIRE CHIEF OR HIS DESIGNEE OR THE COMMANDING OFFICER OF THE PASSAIC COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT’S HAZARDOUS MATERALS UNIT.

MSDS copies are maintained in the laboratory and the Public Safety Office.

HOSTAGE

A. Remain calm and be patient.
• Time is on your side.
• Avoid drastic action.

B. The initial 45 minutes are the most dangerous. 
• Follow instructions, be alert and stay alive. 
• The captor is emotionally unbalanced. 
• Don’t make mistakes that could hazard your well-being

C. Don’t speak unless spoken to and only when necessary. 
• Don’t talk down to the captor, who may be in agitated state. 
• Avoid appearing hostile. 
• Maintain eye contact with the captor at all times if possible, but do not stare. 
• Treat the captor like royalty.

D. Try to rest. 
• Avoid speculating. 
• Comply with instructions the best you can. 
• Avoid arguments.  Expect the unexpected. 
• Displaying a certain amount of fear can possibly work to your advantage. 
• Be observant. 
• When you are released, or when you escape, the personal safety of others may depend on what you remember about the situation. 
• Be prepared to answer the police on the phone. 
• Be patient, wait.  Attempt to establish rapport with the captor. 
• If medications, first aid or restroom privileges are needed by anyone, say so. 
• The captors in all probability do not want to harm persons held by them. 
• Such direct action further implicates the captor to additional offenses.

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

If serious injury or illness occurs, activate Emergency Medical Services (EMS):
• For on-campus emergencies, call Public Safety immediately and state your name, location and nature of the problem.  Please stay on the telephone until you are advised to hang up.
• For off-campus emergencies, dial 911 immediately and state your name, location and nature of the problem.  Please stay on the telephone until the dispatcher advises you to hang up.
• Do not move the injured unless they are in imminent danger.
• Do not touch another person’s blood or other bodily fluids.

SEVERE WEATHER

To find out if the College is closed or if classes are canceled:

• Panther Alert
• The College’s main number 973 684-6800
• Public Safety 973 684-5403
• College Web Page
• News Channel 12
• WCBS Radio 880

 
If caught in a tornado, hurricane, or high winds:

• Seek shelter safely indoors, preferably in basement or center of structure;
• Move away from windows, mirrors, and other glass;
• After the immediate effects of the weather have subsided, call Public Safety 973 684-5403 and state your name, location, and the area involved.

SHELTER-IN-PLACE

1. Although evacuation of the campus is the College’s planned response to most serious emergency situations where advance notice is given, there are situations where evacuation might not be effective.  Sheltering-in-place is the use of any classroom, office, or building for the purpose of providing temporary shelter for any of the following reasons:

• Hazardous Materials Release
• Chemical Truck Overturn
• Chemical Train Derailment
• Chemical Facility Accident
• Pipeline Rupture
• Terrorist Attack
• Release of Biological Agents
• Radiological Release
• Weather- Related Incidents (tornados, hurricane, flood)

2. The decision to implement the shelter-in-place plan would be made by the College President or his designee.  In the absence of the College President, the Highest Administrative Officer on campus will be designated.  The College President will be notified as soon as possible. 

3. In the event of the implementation of the Shelter-In-Place, those affected would be notified by one or more of the following means.
• Panther Alert
• Emergency Public Address System
• College E-mail
• College Web Page

 4. Certain emergency conditions might necessitate shutting down the HVAC and exhaust systems.  The Executive Director of Facilities Management and Planning or his/her designee would be contacted and his personnel will shut down the needed HVAC exhaust systems.

5. Should the decision be made to implement the shelter-in-place plan, the campus population should immediately go indoors.  Once inside members should consider the following options depending on the nature of the emergency and what directions are given:
• Shut all windows and doors.

• Seal any gaps around windows and doors with wet towels, clothing, etc.

• If possible, go to a room with no windows.

• Monitor by Panther Alert College e-mail, and College portal the circumstances of the emergency and what actions to take.

• Avoid using the building phone system except for emergency use.  Emergency responders may be trying to get in touch with you.  If you are in touch with family/friends, advise them they will not be permitted on campus until further notice.  

• Avoid the use of water until notified it is safe.

• In the event of hazardous materials contamination (chemical, biological, radiological), it is very important to separate those individuals who have been exposed.  If possible, select a room in which those contaminated individuals might stay in until emergency assistance and decontamination can take place. 

• Remain in the shelter until the College officials notify you that it is safe to leave.

• It is important to remain calm and follow the recommendations of police and fire personnel, administrators and other designated leaders.

6. Different emergencies call for different responses.  The following are basic courses of action to remember in specific shelter-in-place emergencies:

During a Chemical Release, you should seek shelter in a room above ground level (most chemicals settle to the lowest level), preferably one without windows.  You should also avoid the use of public water.

During a Biological Release, you should seek shelter in an internal room, preferably one without windows.  You should also avoid the use of public water. In the event of nuclear or radiological release, stay indoors and go to a basement or other underground area if available. 

During a Tornado, you should go to an underground room if possible, or take refuge in a small interior room, closet, or hallway.  In multiple story building, go to the lowest floor and stay in interior rooms away from windows and doors.  Go to the center of the room and avoid corners (they attract debris).  You should lie on the floor under a table or other sturdy object.  Use your arms to protect your head and neck.  You should also avoid sheltering in places with wide-span roofs such as auditoriums or gymnasiums.  Lastly, you should not seek shelter in vehicles. 

During a Flood, seek shelter above water level and do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.

During a Hurricane, you should stay indoors and away from glass doors and windows.  If possible you should take refuge in a small interior room, closet, or hallway.  In a multiple story building, go to the first or second floors and stay in the interior rooms away from windows.  Lastly, you should lie on the floor under a table or other sturdy object, while protecting your head or neck.

Although electrical storms are common occurrences, and you would not normally be notified of shelter-in-place plans you should be aware of the following:

• Seek shelter indoors (or in a vehicle) immediately.
• Avoid showering or bathing as plumbing/bathroom factures conduct electricity. 
• Avoid using a corded phone except for emergencies 

TERRORISM

Terrorism is an activity that is dangerous to human life or potentially destructive to critical infrastructure or key resources; a violation of criminal laws of the United States or any state or subdivision of the United States.

Types of Terrorist Incidents:

• Bombings
• Kidnapping and hostage taking
• Armed attacks
• Assassinations
• Arson and firebombs
• Cyber terrorism
• Bias Incidents

Terrorist incidents may not be readily identifiable and it will be the responsibility of law enforcement to make that determination.  These incidents are dangerous and unpredictable, but there are things that should be immediately done to protect the safety of one self and other members of the college community.

If it is possible to do so safely, exit the building immediately when you become aware of an incident, moving away from the immediate path of danger, and take the following steps.

1. Notify anyone you may encounter to exit the building immediately.

2. Evacuate to a safe area away from the danger and take protective cover.  Stay there until assistance arrives.

3. Dial 911/notify Public Safety via cell phone or any accessible college phone.  Provide the administrative office or police dispatcher the following information:

a. Your name
b. Location of the incident (be as specific as possible)
c. Describe the situation
d. Number of shooters (if any)
e. Identification or description of shooter(s), (if any)
f. Numbers of persons involved
g. Your exact location
h. Injuries to anyone, if known

4. Individuals not immediately impacted by the situation should take protective cover and stay away from windows and doors until notified.

5. If you are directly involved in an incident and exiting the building is not possible, the following actions are recommended:

a. Go to the nearest office or room.
b. Close and lock the door.
c. Turn off the lights.
d. Seek protective cover.
e. Keep quiet and act as if no one is in the room.
f. Close blinds

6. Do not answer the door.

7. Dial 911/ notify administrative office 973-248-3000 via cell phone or any available college phone if it safe to do so.  Provide the call taker or the police dispatcher with the following information:

a. Your name
b. Your location (be as specific as possible)
c. Describe the situation
d. Suspicious Packages (if any)
e. Number of shooters (if known)
f. Identification or description of shooter(s)
g. Numbers of persons involved
h. Injuries to anyone, if known
i. Wait for police to assist you out of the building

The Passaic County Sheriff’s Department is trained and equipped to respond to an emergency incident of this nature.  Due to the type of incident the Passaic County Prosecutors Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigation would also respond and take the lead on the follow up investigation. The Passaic County Community College will convey to the members of the college community information regarding the incident.  This information will be conveyed to the college community via Panther Alert, radio and television stations.

THREATENING AND VIOLENT BEHAVIOR

If you are faced with THREATENING or VIOLENT BEHAVIOR:

Everyone is asked to assist in making each campus a safe place by being alert to suspicious situations and promptly reporting them.

If you are a victim or witness to any on-campus offense, AVOID RISKS and contact the administrative office or law enforcement immediately.

Dial 911/notify Public Safety via any college phone or cell phone.  Report the incident, including the following:
• nature of the incident
• location of the incident
• description of the person(s) involved
• description of the property involved

Please stay on the telephone until the administrative office or the police dispatcher advises you to hang up.
• If you observe a criminal act or a suspicious person on campus, immediately report the incident to Public Safety.
• Assist the officers when they arrive by supplying them with all available information and ask others to cooperate.
• Should gunfire or discharged explosives occur on campus, you should take cover immediately, using all available concealment.  After the disturbance, seek emergency first aid if necessary.