General Alcohol
Upon knocking on the door of a suspected alcohol incident, this is the very first thing an RA must verbally announce.
This is RA ON DUTY
The following are signs of alcohol poisoning
Mental confusion, stupor, coma, or person cannot be roused.
Vomiting.
Slow breathing (fewer than eight breaths per minute).
Irregular breathing (10 seconds or more between breaths).
Hypothermia (low body temperature), bluish skin color, paleness.
What is the recommended preparation step an RA should take with their duty partner before knocking on a door for a potential policy violation?
Part of the on-duty protocol requires that RAs carry and answer the duty cell phone. This
duty phone is to be used ONLY for RA-related purposes associated with being on duty
What time should the RAOD start Check in?
8:00 PM
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McDonald's
To safely eliminate the policy violation, the resident of the room must be instructed to pour the alcohol down the sink and dispose of the empty containers here.
a plastic bag taken out to the dumpster
If comfortable/applicable, as you wait for emergency care to arrive, what can you do to help the student?
Place the person on their side with the knees bent to prevent choking if they vomits
Loosen the person’s clothing around the neck and back of the throat to ensure
nothing obstructs breathing- ask resident’s friend to do so as available.
Stay with the person
What is the required protocol if an RA feels their physical safety is compromised or senses severe hostility during a response?
While on rounds, RAs should (the following list is prioritized in order of importance):
Be present to respond to emergency situations.
Confront inappropriate behavior. Document as necessary.
Check for any safety hazards, life safety equipment failures, or
custodial/maintenance concerns and contact the appropriate University staff to
respond or complete a work order.
Be aware of and address suspicious behavior and unattended items.
Look for safety hazards such as blocked, propped or unlocked doors, broken glass,
etc.
Check fire safety equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, exit signs, etc.).
Talk with people and take time to introduce yourself to residents and guest
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Taco Bell
To properly identify everyone present for documentation, an RA must ask to see and record this piece of documentation
Loyola IDs
Upon smelling marijuana or being informed of other illegal drugs on a floor, an RA must take this step immediately instead of confronting the room alone.
contact the PSOD immediately
An RA should contact these individuals at an appropriate time to report emergency details, or at any time they need assistance or have questions.
RA peers or the Pro Staff On-Duty?
What are the hours for Weekend Duty?
(Friday and Saturday)/University Holiday Duty (8:00 pm - 8:00 pm) -- 24 Hour
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When should you call PSOD when responding to an alcohol situation?
Someone appears to need medical attention due to intoxication (contact Campus )
Safety as well).
You cannot get identification or information from residents
Once the PSOD arrives to manage cannabis situation, this is the primary responsibility of the responding RA.
Document and assist the PSOD as best as possible
What are the important numbers RA should have? (these are numbers NOT to be shared with students)
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
North Zone PSOD: 312-508-0590
South Zone PSOD: 773-329-6098
Baumhart PSOD: 773-383-3158
Campus Safety: 773-508-7233
What are the hours for Weeknight Duty?
(Sunday-Thursday 8:00 pm - 8:30 am)
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the "L"
When should you call PSOD when responding to an alcohol situation? (Part II)
Residents are uncooperative or violent.
Fake identification is involved.
Extreme numbers of people or amounts of alcohol are involved.
After contacting the Professional Staff On-Duty regarding a drug smell, the responding RA should wait for them at this specific location.
outside the student's room
Should you text or call PSOD with your questions?
ALWAYS CALL!!!!!!
When writing an IR, do you put your name as an involved party?
NOO!
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Saint Ignatius of Loyola