Emergencies can occur at any time. In an effort to protect public safety and health, the College has developed the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) to enhance preparedness and assist in protecting the college community. The EOP is designed to provide instruction and offer guidelines for addressing crises and natural disasters which may occur. The EOP is reviewed annually for changes and/or revisions. At that time, any corrections to names and phone numbers or Campus Operations will be incorporated as well as required revisions or enhancements to policies and procedures. Revisions are due by July 1st of each year.
An emergency is an incident or situation that threatens the loss of life or injury; the loss or destruction of property; and/or disrupts normal operations. This can include man-made or natural disasters. Such emergencies can encompass bomb threats, catastrophic events, computer system failure, crimes, explosions, fire, gas leaks, graffiti, hazardous materials, hostages, medical emergencies, natural disasters, power outages, and protests, racial/hate incidents, sexual assaults, structural damages, suicide attempts, suspicious mail, telephone system failure, vandalism, or water breaks. Natural disasters can consist of flooding, lightening, thunderstorms, earthquakes, hurricanes, tornados, and winter storms such as ice, sleet, and snow. Therefore, it is critical for the College to maintain a comprehensive, risk-based emergency plan of preparedness, response, and recovery.
In the event of an emergency situation on campus, call the College Security Desk immediately by dialing 973-300-2222 (or, if using a phone on campus, dial the extension directly at 2222). The Security Desk will contact the Emergency Management Supervisor, Campus Safety and Security, and Campus Facilities via 2-way radio. If in your judgment the situation warrants such action, call 911 first and then notify Campus Safety and Security.
Sussex County Community College is located on a 168-acre campus at One College Hill Road in Newton, and Hampton Township, Sussex County, New Jersey. It is physically located at the intersection of County Routes 622 and 519.
The College has a total enrollment during any one semester of approximately 2500 students. Classes are held at various times throughout the year on the main campus, at the McGuire Technical Education Center, Wallkill Valley, and Vernon High School. Thousands of guests come to the campus each year as visitors or with groups who have contracted to use the College’s Campus Operations for their own purposes.
Training of staff members is achieved using two different formats. The first format is active meaning that there is interaction between the trainer and the trainee at a scheduled time and place. The second being passive meaning that the training information is made available in a format that is accessible to staff members in various ways other than in a scheduled training class. Training must be recorded and documents must be maintained.
All College Orientation training sessions at the start of the spring and fall semesters. This event targets faculty and staff.
New employee orientation targets all new employees for orientation to the EOP.
Table-top training drills for the Emergency Management Team (EMT).
Fire, lockdown and evacuation drills target all members of the college community, including students, faculty, administrators and staff.
Student training is included during the fall and spring orientations in regards to the EOP.
The one-page Emergency Procedure Guide has been posted in every occupied space throughout the facility. It describes the steps an individual is to take if they need emergency assistance, need to evacuate a building, or are instructed to lock down/shelter in place.
The Emergency Procedure Guide is posted on the College’s website and is accessible from the home page.
The Student Handbook includes information regarding emergency procedures.
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ITEM |
FREQUENCY |
RESPONSIBLE PARTY |
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Emergency Operations Plan Review, revise and distribute |
Annually |
Executive Team |
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Automated External Defibrillator (AED) |
Monthly |
Cintas |
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AED Storage Box Alarm Batteries |
Change annually |
Cintas |
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Building Emergency equipment Biohazard spill kit, safety vest, flashlight |
Check semi-annually |
Security Personnel |
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Code Blue Emergency Call Boxes Test operation |
Automated Daily |
Security & Campus Operations – Automated test |
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Elevator Inspections |
Twice annually in April and October |
State of New Jersey |
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Emergency Lights and Exit Signs Inspect, initial and date log. Return completed log to campus operations |
Monthly |
Security & Campus Operations |
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Fire Extinguishers Service, test and recharge as necessary |
Annually |
Sussex County Fire Sales & Service* |
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Fire Alarm Inspect and test |
Annually |
Abcode Security* |
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Fire Pump (serves bldgs. D and L) Inspect and test |
Monthly |
Northeast Fire Protection, Inc.* |
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First Aid Kits Replenish kits and check AED units |
Monthly |
Cintas Medical* |
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Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression System Inspect system |
Twice annually in November and May |
Sussex County Fire Sales & Service* |
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Kitchen Hood/Vent Clean exhaust system |
Quarterly |
Accountable Cleaning |
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Security Cameras Check camera images for operation |
Daily |
Security |
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Sprinkler System (bldgs. A, B, D and L) Inspect and test |
Annually |
Northeast Fire Protection, Inc.* |
*Contracts administered by the Campus Operations and Campus Safety & Security Departments.