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Classroom Safety

  • What should I do in case of emergency?

Know where the nearest emergency phone or regular phone is. Be sure you have access to the phone if it is normally locked. Dial 9-911 to reach University Police for help. Please designate an individual to supervise the class if you are needed to summon help.

Non-emergency police can be reached by calling 831-2222 or by picking up any UD Blue Light phone.  You can also email publicsafety@udel.edu or visit the Office of Campus & Public Safety website.
  • What is my responsibility in the event of a fire alarm?

Supervise the immediate evacuation of your students at the sound of the alarm. Once outside, account for all your students and report any emergency information to the command center established at the University Police vehicle on the scene. Remain 200 feet from the building and do not re-enter until the emergency personnel have told you to.

  • How do I handle an accident or injury in class?

Obtain copies of the First Report of Injury form and Accident/Loss Investigation Report form at the beginning of the semester to learn what would be required if an accident or injury occurs. Forms need to be completed for all incidents. Your department will forward them to the appropriate department, Occupational Health and Safety or Labor Relations. Know where your department keeps its first aid kit, and do not leave the student unsupervised. Medical help can be obtained as indicated above. Report all accidents or injuries to your department office, and inform your faculty supervisor of the incident so that the department can follow up on the student's status.

 Forms are available from Environmental Health and Safety.