Crisis management
Tricky Questions
Social Gatherings/Kappa Functions
Insurance/FIPG policy
Miscellaneous
100
Who is in charge of a crisis?
President is in charge during all emergency or crisis situations until relieved by the chapter advisor, Greek advisor, or a university official. In the absence of the President the next highest ranking officer will assume the duties of the president (Vice president, Secretary, and then the Treasurer.)
100
What do you do if you see a sister violate the risk management policy?
She is obligated to confront that person OR go to the risk management chair or a person on the executive board ASAP. The executive board will meet and discuss.
100
What is the significance of B.Y.O.B?
This means Bring your own beer, ONLY enough for yourself, not to share with anyone else.
100
What insurance will provide coverage for members that break the law?
NONE!!!
100
Are Kappas allowed to purchase a keg? Why?
NO! It is against university policy and we need to follow the law. EVEN if it is in a private or off campus location.Drinking alcohol is a personal choice, but if under the age of 21 you must be aware of the risks you are taking because this is AGAINST the law.
200
What 4 steps do you take (in order) if an emergency were to happen?
Contact the proper authorities, Close the house and make sure it is secure, Notify university officials (greek affairs advisor, sorority advisors, dean of student life and development) Last, Assemble members (emergency meeting & halt communication with the outside community) Remember to keep calm.
200
What are 5 things on the Kappa yearly house check?
Fire exits are noticeable, Fire extinguishers are available on every floor, stairways are safe, structures are safe, circuits and wiring are safe, making sure an audit happens once a semester, a fire drill has been assessed, there are no termites or other problems that could lead the house to collapse
200
What constitutes a Kappa function?
2 or more members
200
What is the FIPG policy when it comes to drugs and alcohol?
The possession, sale, use or consumption of ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, while on chapter premises or during a fraternity event, in any situation sponsored or endorsed by the chapter, or at any event an observer would associate with the fraternity, must be in compliance with any and all applicable laws of the state, province, county, city and institution of higher education, and must comply with either the BYOB or Third Party Vendor Guidelines. No alcoholic beverages may be purchased through or with chapter funds No chapter may co-sponsor an event with an alcohol distributor or tavern All recruitment or rush activities associated with any chapter will be non-alcoholic.
200
Are members that are 21 allowed to buy alcohol for minors? Why?
No. This is against the law and violates the risk management policy. The main focus of the risk management policy is FOLLOWING THE LAW! :) If you break the law you will be held personally responsible for your actions.
300
How do you handle the media coming to the kappa house and asking for information? Can you say NO COMMENT?
No statements, comments, suggestions, or remarks to the media. The President is the only spokesperson for Kappa.The President will make an appropriate statement after the situation is under control, and only after she has discussed the statement with the executive board and either the University advisor or the Greek advisor Don't ever say no comment, because this could possibly make us look guilty. I DONT KNOW is a much better answer then no comment
300
What can health services do for you?
Diagnosis and treatment of illness and injury Diagnostic laboratory tests Pelvic exams, Pap smears, contraceptives, pregnancy testing, IUD placement, and Implanon insertion/removal Physical exams for employment, athletics, etc. Testing for sexually transmitted diseases Minor surgical procedures such as mole removal, laceration repair, etc. Immunizations, allergy injections Travel abroad (out of country) birth control services at absolutely no cost to you: Birth control--the pill, the shot, and the ring. Emergency contraception Family planning education Birth control related exam & laboratory services
300
How do you know if it is a kappa function?
If it LOOKS like a kappa function, SOUNDS like a kappa function, and SEEMS like a kappa function, then treat it like a kappa function. Think about if people see a lot of Kappa's socializing together and what they would think. ABIDE BY THE RISK MANAGEMENT RULES.
300
What is the FIPG policy in regards to new members? Which events can absolutely NO alcohol be allowed at?
No alcohol shall be present at any pledge/associate member/new member/novice program, activity or ritual of the chapter. This includes but is not limited to activities associated with “bid night,” “big brother – little brother” events or activities, / “big sister - little sister” events or activities, “family” events or activities and initiation.
300
What is an open party and are we allowed to have these?
An open party is where ANYONE can attend. This makes it hard to monitor numbers. This is a sorority business and not a bar business.You can more manage your guests if you know who they are and what they stand for.
400
What do you do in the event of a death of a member? (8 things)
1. Do not announce or respond to the event of a death until and only until you are positive all members of the immediate family have been notified. University staff can assist you in this area, as they are trained professionals. 2. Do not remove any personal items from the member’s room and do not allow other members to enter the room. 3. Allow only the family and/or authorized officials to enter her room and keep the door locked. 4. Ask the family what their wishes are in regards to the member’s possessions. You may offer to pack them in boxes, but it is more likely the family will want to do this themselves. 5. Before they arrive, be sure any borrowed items have been returned. Have some empty boxes available and offer your help. 6. Understand that this is a difficult time for them and they may want privacy. 7. If the funeral service is open, plan sorority attendance. Should the sorority conduct a memorial service, the family may appreciate it, but respect their wishes if they do not. 8. Ask University officials for help in arranging an on-campus memorial service.
400
What are 3 of the 6 kinds counseling that the center provides?
Individual Career Crisis Group Couples Assessment and testing
400
What position/s must 1 of the 2 sober sisters hold at an organized greek party?
Risk Management, President, Vice president, Treasurer, Secretary, Academics chair, New member Ed, or recruitment.
400
What is hazing and why is this not allowed?
Hazing is anything that could be embarrassing to the new members. This is not allowed according to the FIPG policy and will not be tolerated!
400
What is the goal of the risk management policy for Kappa Phi Omega?
To be a LOW RISK sorority
500
What are the 5 stages of grief?
1. Denial – this response is nature’s way of protecting you and of insulating you from what happened. 2. Anger – You may feel angry toward the doctors or nurses who couldn’t save your sister. You may even be mad at the deceased for leaving you. These feelings of Anger may lead to you to feel guilty. 3. Guilt – You may feel guilty for simply being alive when someone else has died. You might feel guilty for not saying good-bye, or you may remember a fight or argument you had with the deceased. 4. Depression – Even if you are normally a committed, caring person, you may find that you don’t care about anything or anyone. This is a common feeling as are the others. 5. Acceptance – Hopefully, the grieving will accept the death eventually. That does not mean you have to forget the deceased. It just means it is time to go on living.
500
What is the fire safety policy in regards to candles/firearms in the Kappa Phi Omega house?
No candles or firearms/explosives are allowed on the Kappa Phi Omega property. Candles are only allowed under controlled situations such as initiation.
500
What is the maximum recommended amount/number of cans of beer to bring to a social gathering? What is the maximum recommended amount/number of wine coolers to bring to a social gathering?
6 12oz cans of beer PER PERSON 4 12oz wine coolers PER PERSON
500
All chapters should comply with ____________ _______ as reported by the insurance company or municipal authorities.
engineering recommendations
500
What does a safety sister at a social function or formal have the authority to do?
• Sober sisters have the right to cut you off and/or kick you out if they feel that you have had too much to drink. • If your date is asked to leave you must leave with them.
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