Table of Contents
Introduction to the GW Incident Manual
In support of the University’s mission, the University leadership established the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management (OPSEM) in December 2001. OPSEM coordinates the University’s preparation for, response to, and recovery from incidents through the development and maintenance of this Manual, as well as through a variety of practical means to support its effectiveness and full implementation.
The Incident Manual is a living document that continues to evolve as the University and its operational environment change.
It is important to understand that the University’s Incident Manual was developed according to an all-hazards approach. The all-hazards approach is a planning philosophy based on building common capabilities necessary to address most types of incidents while allowing for the incorporation of special measures to meet the University’s needs during specific situations. This all-hazards approach allows for the maintenance of a sustainable and comprehensive plan while avoiding the duplication of effort entailed in building separate plans for every identified hazard. This approach makes the most efficient and effective use of University resources.
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President's
Letter of Promulgation (PDF)
Vice
President's Letter of Implementation (PDF)
Crisis
Manager's Letter (PDF)
Record
of Updates
Feedback
Purpose
and Context
The
Plan
Priorities
Types
of Incidents by Duration
Phases
of Incidents
Incidents
in Ascending Order of Severity
Strategic
Decision-making
Preparations,
Responsiveness, and Responsibility
Assumptions
Levels
of University Status
Alert
Levels
Normal
(Level IV)
Incident
Watch (Level III)
Incident
Warning (Level II)
Crisis
Imminent or Crisis Response (Level I)
Recovery
Expectations
During an Incident
General
Guidance
Guidance
for Sheltering-In-Place
Guidance
Concerning Evacuations
Detection and Awareness
of an Incident
Fire
or Smoke
Specific
Threats
Suspicious
Packages
Structural
Integrity of a Building
Violence
Medical
Emergency
Hazardous Materials
On
a Personal Level
Considerations for Individuals with Disabilities
University
Incident Teams
Overview
Leadership
and Activation
Response
Management Group
Leadership
Group
Notification
and Reporting
Casualties
and Death
Coordination
Hospital
and Medical Faculty Associates
District
Government
Federal
Government
International
Organizations
Drills,
Exercises, and Tests
Considerations for Individuals with Disabilities
Annexes
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Annex A:
Annex A contains the local contingency plans for various elements of The George Washington University. The purpose of a local contingency plan is to provide department specific information to support local preparation for, response to, and recovery from an incident. A local contingency plan includes procedures and policies for the department, including expectations and responsibilities, contact information, and post-evacuation rendezvous points. READ more about Annex A.
Local Contingency Plans
i.) Guidelines
and Critical Issues for Local Contingency Plans
ii.) Local Contingency Plan
Models
iii.) Appendices
1.) Offices
of the President and the Board of Trustees
2.) Office
of the Provost and Vice President for Health Affairs
3.) Office
of the Executive Vice President and Treasurer
4.) Office
of the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
5.) Office
of ther Senior Vice President for Student and Academic Support Services
6.) Office
of the Senior Vice President and General Counsel
7.) Office
of the Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations
8.) Office
of the Vice President for External Relations
9.) Office
of the Vice President for Research
Annex B:
Annex B contains the local continuity of operations (COOP) plans for various elements of The George Washington University. The purpose of a COOP plan is to establish priorities and procedures to sustain operations of the University in case a disruption is caused by an incident. Plans should cover the restoration of operations as quickly and completely as possible, and provide for alternate methods and locations of operations during the disruption. READ more about Annex B.
Local Continuity of Operations Plans
i.) Guidelines
and Critical Issues for Local Continuity of Operations Plans
ii.) Local Continuity of Operations Plans Models
iii.) Appendices
1.) Offices
of the President and the Board of Trustees
2.) Office
of the Provost and Vice President for Health Affairs
3.) Office
of the Executive Vice President and Treasurer
4.) Office
of the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
5.) Office
of ther Senior Vice President for Student and Academic Support Services
6.) Office
of the Senior Vice President and General Counsel
7.) Office
of the Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations
8.) Office
of the Vice President for External Relations
9.) Office
of the Vice President for Research
Annex C:
Command Center Staffing and Sustainment
Appendices
1.) Alternate
Command Center
2.) Convening
the Leadership & Response Management Groups
3.) Conference Calling Procedures for the University Incident Teams
4.) Call Forwarding Information for the University Information Teams
Annex D:
Succession and Travel Policy for Key
Personnel
Annex E:
Communications Plan
Appendices
1.) Media
Relations and Support
2.) Death
Notifications
3.) Protocol for Control and Operation of Campus Advisores Emergency Management Web Page
Annex F:
Mitigation of Loss and Suffering
Annex G:
Individuals with Disabilities
Annex H:
Designated Employees
Annex I:
Adverse Weather
Annex J:
Campus-wide Calendar and Schedule of
Events
Annex K:
Training and Exercises
Annex L:
Academic, Administrative, Residential
Building Security Procedures
Annex M:
Emergency Protocols
Annex N:
Definitions and Abbreviations
Annex O: Exercise Program Overview and After Action Processes
Annex P: Partnerships
Annex Q: Epidemic and Pandemic Planning, Response, and Recovery
Annex X: Expense and Budget Procedures
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