Chain of Command and When to Call RD On Call
Who do the RAs report to?
RD or RD on Call
What do you do when there is a fire outside of the building?
Call PD, do NOT pull/activate the alarm, stay inside
what is one circumstance where you are allowed to drive a resident to the hospital?
never
What should you first remember to do in an emergency? (Hint, it is also the title of a French Montana song)
Don't Panic!
What is the difference between a tornado watch and tornado warning?
tornado watch:Threat or large hail and damaging winds, possibility of tornadoes
Tornado warning: Severe weather has been observed or is expected soon
Who is the Senior Associate Vice President of Student Affairs?
Paul Kittle
When should you use the fire extinguisher?
The fire is small and contained (e.g. wastebasket)
The fire can be extinguished in 15 seconds
What is the number for Emergency and Non-Emergency PD?
Emergency - 817-272-3003
Non-Emergency - 817-272-3381
What do you always do at the END of an emergency or crisis?
Write an IR
Where do you go in an apartment during a tornado warning?
stay at the lowest possible level inside your residence and away from exterior walls and windows if possible (bathtub, areas strengthened by plumbing fixtures and pipes, and interior closets); use pillows/blankets/mattresses
Who is the Area Director over Arlington Hall, Vandergriff Hall, and Lipscomb Hall?
Delcenia Collins
When do you reenter the building after the alarm has gone off?
Do not re-enter building until alarm is silenced and PD gives the "all clear" announcement
Name 3 different types of examples for when you should call PD for an emergency?
Assault
Mental Health Emergencies
Major Injury/Illness
Minor Injury after 5pm/weekend (if necessary)
Welfare Check Needed
Non-compliant Resident
What is the MAVS Talk 24 hour hotline number?
817-272-TALK (8255)
Where do you go in a residence hall during a tornado warning?
Move quickly to interior hallways, basements, or other designated areas. Stay away from windows. Safe areas are designated by red signs with a tornado symbol. Lie face down with knees drawn up underneath and hands/pillow covering the back of head
What is the RD on Call Number?
817-690-9349
What are the two things in your community that you should be aware of the location of that would help in case of a fire?
fire alarm pull stations and fire extinguishers
When a resident is transported what is the most basic information you tell the RD on Call?
name of person being transported, community, summary of the incident, current location, and if emergency contact has been contacted
True/False: You are expendable, things are not
False
What are the four ways that you can find out about severe weather?
Weather radio, Arlington sirens, UTA sirens, Mav Alert
Name 4 reasons to call the RD on Call
Lights or sirens
Major policy violations
Medical or mental health emergencies
Emergency maintenance issues
Fire alarm
If there is a fire/smoke call the RD on call
If there are multiple alarms going off
Smell of marijuana
Locate and verify smell, can you pinpoint the location?
Call RD on-call
They will meet you and give directions
What do you do when the fire alarm sounds for a fire in the building?
Get duty phone and hall office binder
Call RD on-call
Knock on the doors on your way out of the building (assist residents as necessary without risking your own safety)
Close all doors behind you
Proceed to safe area outside, do not cross major streets
When you call PD for help for an emergency what are the following 5 pieces of information you should tell them?
Who you are (Name, Position)
Where it happened (Community, Address, Room #)
When it happened
What happened
What kind of help is needed
Explain the following three regarding liability:
Do not promise
Do not discuss
Do not display
Do not promise to keep a secret. You may be told something that you are required to share with your supervisor or official.
Do not discuss confidential information with non-staff, or staff that aren’t involved, or in public areas.
Do not display papers with confidential information (ID#s, phone numbers). Shred it!
What are the expectations of an RA if the university closes due to inclement weather?
RAs are expected to be around and available throughout the day
RAs should spend about 3 hours present in the community outside their room, and monitor entrances for ice & leaks