Emergency Management Preparedness (EMP)
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Emergency Management & Preparedness (EMP) Sarah Delisle is the Emergency Planning Officer for EMP and works with colleagues across the university to promote comprehensive emergency planning and preparedness. Sarah strongly believes community collaboration and risk‐based, all‐hazards planning are essential for promoting disaster resilience. In addition to Incident Command System, Emergency Operations Centre, and business continuity training, Sarah holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies from Brandon University and a Master’s Degree in Geography from McGill. Hugo Bourcier is the Emergency Preparedness Officer for EMP and works with responders and members of the community to ensure that they are prepared for emergencies. Hugo has spent 20 years working in the security, emergency and safety industry, and is a Certified Protection Professional (CPP), which is the gold standard in security management certifications. Hugo is a graduate from Université de Montréal in Security and Police Management and has training in Incident Command System, Emergency Operations Center.
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Emergency Management & Preparedness (EMP)
Sarah Delisle is the Emergency Planning Officer for EMP and works with colleagues across the university to promote comprehensive emergency planning and preparedness.
Sarah strongly believes community collaboration and risk‐based, all‐hazards planning are essential for promoting disaster resilience.
In addition to Incident Command System, Emergency Operations Centre, and business continuity training, Sarah holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies from Brandon University and a Master’s Degree in Geography from McGill.
Hugo Bourcier is the Emergency Preparedness Officer for EMP and works with responders and members of the community to ensure that they are prepared for emergencies.
Hugo has spent 20 years working in the security, emergency and safety industry, and is a Certified Protection Professional (CPP), which is the gold standard in security management certifications.
Hugo is a graduate from Université de Montréal in Security and Police Management and has training in Incident Command System, Emergency Operations Center.
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In Case of Emergency: Essential Preparedness Information for M’s
CAMPUS PUBLIC SAFETY
Overview
1. Test Your Knowledge Questions
2. Reporting emergencies
3. Emergency notification system
4. McGill’s emergency management structure
5. Preparedness: Training and resources
The role of managers in emergency management on campus
Test Your Knowledge
Using the clickers
Test Your Knowledge – Practice Q
How long have you been at McGill?
a) Under 5 years
b) 5 to 9 years
c) 10 to 14 years
d) 15+ years
Test Your Knowledge # 1
What is the emergency number for contacting McGill Security?
a) 3000
b) 7777
c) 9999
d) 9111
Reporting Emergencies
1. Call 911
For all incidents requiring Police, Fire, or Ambulance
If in doubt call 911
2. Call x3000 (Downtown) or x7777 (Macdonald)
Allows Security to meet and direct emergency responders
Allows Security to activate emergency response protocols as needed
Calling 911 from McGill landline will notify Security
Test Your Knowledge # 2
Which communication tool does the university NOT use for communicating
during an emergency?
a) McGill App
b) SMS Text
c) Outdoor sirens
d) Twitter
e) Desktop pop‐up
McGill’s Emergency Notification System
Test Your Knowledge # 3
Which of these incidents has NOT happened at McGill?
a) Lab explosion
b) Evacuation of convocation tent
c) Cattle barn fire
d) Ammonia leak at arena
e) Norwalk outbreak in student residence
Emergencies at McGill
In case of emergency...
University Emergency Response Plan
• Routine incidents vs. Major incidents / Emergencies
• Outlines emergency response structure for the university
• Roles & Responsibilities
• Crisis Communications
• Training and Exercises
Emergency Operations Centre level
Emergency Operations Centre level
Incident Commandlevel
Incident Commandlevel
Emergency Response Structure
In case of emergency...
Incident Command
In case of emergency...
Emergency Operations Centre
YOUR ROLE in emergency...
YOUR ROLE in emergency...Be George Costanza
– Report the emergency
– Follow emergency procedures
– Lead by example
Test Your Knowledge # 4
What protocol does Campus Public Safety promote for keeping yourself safe
in an active shooter situation?
a) Stop, Drop and Roll
b) Duck and Cover
c) Run, Hide, Fight
d) Play Dead
Preparedness: Training & Resources
Training available to you:
– Active Shooter Presentation
– De‐escalating Potentially Violent Situations
– Emergency Management 101
Online and Printed resources:
– Posters, pamphlets, bookmarks, wallet cards
– www.mcgill.ca/campussafety
We are continuously training too
5 Take‐Aways
1. Report emergencies to 911 then call 3000 or 7777
2. Ensure you have access to multiple emergency communication tools
3. Speak to your team about emergency procedures
4. Attend or coordinate a training session
5. Remember, people may be looking to you
