Injury and illness are the most common campus related emergencies.  The University maintains a Health Center for students and access to a nearby Work Wellness Clinic for staff and faculty, injured or taken ill while on the job.  Visitors to the University as well as any seriously injured student, staff, or faculty member may receive emergency treatment at any one of several local hospitals and ambulance services.

When to Call 9-1-1

• Persistent or sudden chest pain
• Breathing emergencies (choking etc)
• Uncontrollable bleeding
• Severe altered level of consciousness
• Life-threatening injuries, such as injuries from falling, severe head injuries,    severe burn etc.
• If you are in doubt about the seriousness always call 9-1-1.

How to Help

• CHECK the scene and assess the situation
• CALL 9-1-1.
• CARE with First-Aid (if you are trained and permission is granted by the injured).
• Have someone direct Police and medical personnel to the scene.
• Remain with the victim until emergency personnel arrive.        

Death on Campus

• Anyone discovering a death on campus should IMMEDIATELY contact the University Police at 9-1-1.
• The University Police will immediately secure the scene around the deceased.  If necessary the area will be ordered evacuated.  Any evacuation order is mandatory.
• The University Police will ensure the appropriate level of notifications is made to the University Police Administration and that the appropriate reports are filed detailing the incident and actions taken.
• The University Police will liaise with the Office of Public Affairs to help facilitate the release of public information and coordinate any media response.
• The University Police will coordinate with the Student Affairs office and the Counseling Center for any notifications to family members.
• The University Police will contact and coordinate with the Stanislaus County Coroner’s Office.
• The University Police will contact and coordinate with University Risk Manager.