In the event of the presence of a gunman situation or shooting on campus, it is important that Campus Safety is notified immediately. Upon the receipt of notification, the following actions will be taken.
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Campus Safety will contact local law enforcement authorities and activate the ERP.
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Faculty, staff, and/or students who have escaped or are not affected should stay away from the location and indoors out of sight.
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All entrances to the College will be restricted to the extent possible.
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Grove City College has the ability to restrict access to the majority of buildings on campus. Based on an evaluation of each situation, the campus or building “lock down” mode can be implemented.
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If you are reporting a shooting situation, attempt to provide the following information:
¨ Your name, location, and telephone number
¨ Location of the shooter, if known
¨ Number of persons injured
¨ Location of the injured
¨ Condition of the injured
¨ Physical description of the hostage takers ( sex, race, age, height, weight, build, glasses, facial hair, hair color, hat, and clothing color and type), if possible
¨ Description of the shooter’s vehicle, if applicable
¨ Description of the shooter’s weapons, if possible
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The Director of Physical Plant will ensure the Police have accurate drawings or blueprints of the affected building(s).
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The Director of Communications will provide the public notice as directed by the Decision Makers.
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