During an emergency, proper action saves lives. For your safety, please familiarize yourself with these basic steps which pertain to students, faculty and staff on all University locations.
University buildings are equipped with fire extinguishers in accordance with the requirements of the construction and/or fire safety codes. Students, Faculty and Staff are not expected to utilize these devices nor are they trained in their use due to the danger to their personal safety, which would result from attempting to extinguish a fire. Many buildings are protected by automatic sprinkler systems and/or fire standpipe systems. All major buildings are equipped with automatic fire detection and alarm systems, which are constantly monitored by Rutgers University Police Department (RUPD) Communications Center. Special hazards such as chemical storage, high voltage electrical, cooking, spray painting and computer installations are protected by fixed suppression systems in addition to the aforementioned types of built-in protection. There are no fire hoses for building occupant use located in any University building; fire hose connections are for fire department use only.
If you discover a fire or smell smoke, sound the building fire alarm by pulling the manual pull station and begin to evacuate the building. Know the locations of the manual fire alarm pull stations and how they operate. Do not attempt to fight a fire due to the hazards associated with the products of combustion and the threat of a spreading fire. Contact the RUPD’s Communications Center using the Emergency or Non-Emergency numbers to report the incident.
RUPD Communications Center | ||
University Location | Emergency | Non-Emergency |
New Brunswick/Piscataway | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | 732-932-7111 |
Newark | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | 973-972-4491 or 973-353-5111 |
Camden | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | 856-225-6111 |
Farms, Research Stations, | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | 732-932-7111 |
If you have any questions regarding this emergency action plan, please contact the following:
University Location | Department | Title | Phone Number |
All | Rutgers University Emergency Services | Chief | 848-932-4800 |
All | Rutgers Environmental Health and Safety | Director | 848-445-2550 |
All | Rutgers Office of Emergency Management | Director | 848-932-4880 |
New Brunswick | Rutgers University Police Department - New Brunswick Division | Chief | 848-932-3913 |
Newark | Rutgers University Police Department - Newark Division | Chief | 973-353-5581 or 973-972-6393 |
Camden | Rutgers University Police Department - Camden Division | Chief | 856-225-6009 |
Additional safety and health information can be obtained from the following university web sites:
University Location | Department | Website |
All | Rutgers University Emergency Services | |
All | Rutgers Environmental Health and Safety | |
All | Rutgers Office of Emergency Management | |
New Brunswick | Rutgers University Police Department - New Brunswick Division | |
Newark | Rutgers University Police Department - Newark Division | |
Camden | Rutgers University Police Department - Camden Division |
During an emergency, proper action saves lives. For your safety, please familiarize yourself with these basic steps which pertain to students, faculty and staff on all University locations.
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Immediately report emergency situations occurring in or near your facility (such as fire, explosion, storm damage, hazardous material spills, chemical odors, flooding, accidents, injuries, criminal or suspicious activities, etc.) to the RUPD Communication Center or by using a campus emergency telephone.
RUPD Communications Center | ||
University Location | Emergency | Non-Emergency (Outside Line) |
New Brunswick/Piscataway | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | 732-932-7111 |
Newark | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | 973-972-4491 or 973-353-5111 |
Camden | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | 856-225-6111 |
Farms, Research Stations & other University Facilities | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | 732-932-7111 |
When reporting an incident include as much of the following information as possible:
Stay on the telephone until released by the dispatcher. If you are in a position of safety, you may be asked to maintain observation and report developments until the arrival of emergency response personnel. You may be given emergency instructions by the dispatcher.
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The following guidelines are intended to reduce your personal risk in the event of an Active Shooter Situation. An active shooter situation is defined as any incident in which a person or persons armed with a deadly weapon is actively and presently employing the weapons against innocent victims.
If you are outside a building when someone begins to shoot at people in the area :
If you are in a building when someone begins to shoot at people in the area:
Contacting the Authorities:
What to Report:
Un-Securing an area:
If you are approached by police officers, keep your hands visible. Do not run up to them if you see them approaching. They are trained to handle active shooters in certain situations. An initial team of police officers will be trying to stop the shooter and will not be stopping to assist others at this time.
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- When is the bomb going to explode?
- Where is the bomb located?
- What kind of bomb is it?
- What does it look like?
- Why was the bomb placed there?
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If you encounter someone in your building who is behaving in a way that seems suspicious to you, such as trying to hide, enter unauthorized offices, or attempting to conceal a weapon, call 9-1-1, be prepared to provide their description and location.
If an armed or threatening intruder comes in to your facility report it immediately and take protective actions. Rutgers University maintains an open campus which creates unique challenges when encountered by unfamiliar or suspicious persons.
If you see an armed intruder and you are in an office or classroom:
Leave the building immediately
If you are caught in an open or exposed area and you cannot get into a secure area or office you must decide upon a course of action:
Run | If you can safely make it out of the area, then RUN. If you decide to run, stay low and do not run in a straight line. Attempt to keep objects (trees, vehicles, trash cans, etc.) between you and the hostile person. When away from immediate area of danger, summon help and warn others. |
Hide | If you are not able to leave, look for a safe and secure hiding area. Once in place remain calm and alert. Stay hidden; await emergency personnel and follow their instructions. |
If the intruder is causing death or physical injury to others and you are unable to run or hide:
Play Dead | You may choose to assume a prone position and lay as still as possible. |
Fight | If you are confronted by someone who is causing death or physical injury to others and you are unable to get away your last option is to fight back. Work together with other trapped persons. This is extremely dangerous, however depending on your situation, this could be your only option to survive. |
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The university, like any other community in our nation, is at risk of terrorism or other threats to life and property. Vigilance is a key protective measure that can help reduce risk. All members of the university community, when on and off campus, are urged to be attentive to their surroundings, notice suspicious behavior or circumstances and to report their observations to authorities in a timely fashion.
When noticing something that you feel may be suspicious:
When reporting suspicious behavior or circumstances be prepared to include as much of the following information as possible:
WHO? | Describe who you feel is involved in suspicious activity. |
WHAT? | Describe the suspicious activity. Indicate if there is an immediate threat to persons nearby or to responding officers (such as an unattended package, an individual acting strangely,the presence of weapons, hazardous materials, etc.) |
WHEN? | Indicate if the activity is in progress. Give the time(s) that the activities occurred. |
WHERE? | Give the location of the suspicious activity, and the location of the suspect(s). |
WHY? | Indicate why the activity is suspicious. If known, tell what might be the target of the activity. |
Please include any other information that would aid the responders.
Stay on the telephone until released by the dispatcher. If you are in a position of safety, you may be asked to maintain observation and report developments until the arrival of emergency response personnel. You may also be given emergency instructions by the dispatcher. Remember, if you see suspicious activity or packages while visiting
Rutgers University, pick up the phone and report it.
It"s our job to check it out and to keep you safe! Stay alert. Be aware. Speak up.
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If you are suspicious of a mail item, (i.e. letter, package, etc) and are unable to verify the contents with the addressee or sender:
Suspicious mail may have the following characteristics:
Mail that may have a light coating of a powdery substance:
For additional information visit: http://about.usps.com/posters/pos84.pdf
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If you are a victim or a witness to any offense, observe a criminal act or suspicious person on campus, dial 9-1-1. The alternate RUPD phone numbers are: New Brunswick 732-932-7111, Newark 973-353-5111 or 973-972-4491, Camden 856-225-6111.
If a CIVIL DISTURBANCE or RIOT is in progress:
If you are involved in a HOSTAGE SITUATION:
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Rutgers University Policy (60.1.13) prohibits workplace violence. Specifically, the University will respond promptly to violence, threats of violence, harassment, intimidation, or disruptive behavior of a threatening nature towards people or property. Individuals who violate this policy may be removed from Rutgers property and are subject to disciplinary and/or personnel action up to, and including, termination and/or criminal prosecution.
Workplace violence is defined as any actual or threatening behavior of a violent nature, as understood by a reasonable person, exhibited by faculty, staff, student employees, or others.
Examples of workplace violence include, but are not limited to:
Reporting Workplace Violence:
False Reports: Employees who intentionally file false reports pertaining to workplace violence will be subject to penalties, up to, and including: disciplinary action, termination and criminal prosecution.
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The latest version of "Safety Matters", the Annual Campus Security & Fire Safety Report for Rutgers University, is now available online for review! This comprehensive report provides a useful overview of our progressive Public Safety Services and includes statistical crime and fire related information. Safety Matters is available for review by all current and prospective members of the University community as required under the Jeanne Clery Act of 1998.
"Safety Matters" includes:
"Safety Matters" is available Online.
A paper copy can be obtained at the RUPD headquarters on each campus or by emailing clery@aps.rutgers.edu. The locations of the RUPD headquarters are listed below.
Rutgers University - New Brunswick: 55 Commercial Avenue
Rutgers Biomedical Health Science at Newark: 5 Bruce Street
Rutgers University - Newark: 200 University Avenue
Rutgers University - Camden: 409 North 4th Street
For more information about Rutgers" commitment to safety and compliance with the Clery Act, please visit http://rupd.rutgers.edu/aboutsafe.shtml.
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Rutgers University serves more than 71,000 minors annually. University students, faculty, and staff interact with youth in many ways. You may be a coach, counselor, mentor, researcher, teacher, or volunteer. Perhaps you are with an outside group, such as a school or camp that brings kids to Rutgers.
Whatever your role, the Protection of Minors website was designed to be a resource to understand your role in the protection of minors on campus.
University Policies & Guide to Working with Minors
If you manage, participate in, or oversee programs or activities involving minors, please review the University"s Policy and Guide to Working with Minors. Any program involving minors or volunteers working within laboratories must also follow the laboratory safety policy established by Rutgers Environmental Health & Safety (REHS).
Reporting Incidents
In cases where you find yourself either a victim of or a witness to suspected criminal activities, you should take one or more of the following steps:
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In an effort to increase emergency preparedness in our buildings, Fire Evacuation Plans have been developed for these buildings and each residence hall. The International Fire Code, New Jersey Edition requires that each occupant review the plan and become familiar with the requirements contained.
The Fire Evacuation Plans contain information on what to do in case of a fire in your building and should be reviewed by all employees and students. To access the Fire Evacuation Plan for the building to which you are assigned, please visit http://myrehs.rutgers.edu and log in with your RU NetID and Password
Upon hearing a building fire alarm signal, which could be a bell, horn, or voice message immediately begin evacuation. Close the doors behind you. Use the nearest safe exit, but DO NOT use elevators. Full evacuation of the building is required upon an activation of the fire alarm system. Once you have evacuated the building, re-entry is permitted only after approval from the appropriate emergency responder (e.g. Emergency Services, municipal Fire Department or other mutual aid responder).
When leaving the building, assemble in an area established by the specific evacuation plan for your building (if required), area designated by your supervisor, or 100 feet from the main entrance of the building where you will not hinder the approaching firefighters and apparatus. Upon arrival at the assembly point, a survey of staff members/students/visitors present shall be conducted to determine if anyone failed to evacuate the building. If anyone is discovered to be missing, immediately report that information to the Emergency Responders (Police, Fire or Emergency Services).
If caught in smoke or heat, stay low where the air is better and attempt to reach a safe exit or area of refuge.
Know the location of all exits from your building. All required exits in University facilities are properly marked with illuminated EXIT signs and directional arrows.
During an emergency event, the Department of Emergency Services, RUPD and municipal emergency departments, as necessary, will be responsible for rescue and emergency medical aid.
If you have any questions regarding Fire Evacuation Plan, please contact Rutgers University Emergency Services at 848-932-4800 or visit rues.rutgers.edu
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Under the authority of the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety, The Rutgers University Department of Emergency Services" Fire Safety Bureau is charged with the responsibility of enforcing the provisions of the International Fire Code, New Jersey Edition , and is the authority having jurisdiction with respect to fire safety regulations, policies and procedures. The Fire Safety Bureau is staffed with State certified fire inspectors who regularly inspect all University premises to assure compliance with fire safety regulations, test fire protection systems and equipment, and conduct employee training programs to familiarize staff with fire hazards and procedures to be followed in an emergency. Furthermore, employees are apprised of the fire hazards of the materials and processes with which they work during state-mandated Right-to-know training.
Effective July 1, 1994, by action of the Rutgers Board of Governors, smoking is prohibited in all University buildings and within University-owned motor vehicles, thus eliminating the health and fire hazard associated with the use of smoking materials. A permit system for control of welding and cutting is in place within the Facilities organization to control this potential fire hazard. All other hazards are regulated through the inspection procedures.
University buildings are equipped with fire extinguishers in accordance with the requirements of the construction and/or fire safety codes. Employees are not expected to utilize these devices nor are they trained in their use due to the danger to their personal safety which would result from attempting to extinguish a fire. Many buildings are protected by automatic sprinkler systems and/or fire standpipe systems. All major buildings are equipped with automatic fire detection and alarm systems, which are constantly, monitored at the respective University Police Department stations. Special hazards, such as chemical storage, high voltage electrical, cooking, spray painting and computer installations are protected by fixed suppression systems in addition to the aforementioned types of built-in protection. There are no fire hoses for building occupant use located in any University building; fire hose connections for fire department use exist.
The University"s Fire Safety Bureau is staffed by certified Fire Code Inspectors, Fire Officers, Fire Alarm System Technicians and Fire Sprinkler Inspectors.
Fire safety inspections generate formal, written Notices of Violation, which are issued to the individual responsible for the correction of an observed fire hazard. Reinspections are established and are conducted. There is a process that is followed for granting extensions of time for hazard abatement, as well as handling uncorrected cited hazards.
All fire protection systems are inspected at the frequencies required by the International Fire Code, New Jersey Edition. These include automatic sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fixed suppression systems, fire alarm systems, emergency power generators, fire pumps, fire extinguishers and fire hydrants.
The Fire Safety Bureau is empowered, by New Jersey Regulation, to order the abatement of cited fire hazards, to assess penalties for non-compliance, and to issue punitive closing notices and vacate buildings where uncorrected hazards exist.
For further information regarding fire safety, to request assistance in developing office fire safety plans, or to schedule a fire safety training session contact the Fire Safety Bureau at New Brunswick at 848-932-4800 or http://rues.rutgers.edu.
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Employees and students are not expected to fight fires. In the event of a fire, you should alert others and immediately evacuate the building.
University buildings are equipped with fire extinguishers in accordance with the requirements of the construction and/or fire safety codes. Students, Faculty and Staff are not expected to utilize these devices to fight fires because of the potential danger to their personal safety which could result from attempting to extinguish a fire, the hazards associated with the products of combustion and the threat of a spreading fire.
However, a fire extinguisher may be utilized to clear a safe path to an exit or to "shoot your way out" of a building if you are trapped. Before using a fire extinguisher, you should know how to properly select and operate one. It is important to use the right kind (Class) of extinguisher for the fire. The following letters identify the classes of fire extinguishers:
Class A | For ordinary combustible solids including paper, wood, coal, rubber, and textiles such as wastebaskets, small pieces of furniture, etc. A pressurized water fire extinguisher. |
Class B | For flammable and combustible liquids, including gasoline, diesel fuel, alcohol, motor oil, grease, and flammable solvents. Typically, a dry chemical fire extinguisher and can be used on all three Classes if it is rated as an ABC fire extinguisher. |
Class C | Electrical equipment. A carbon dioxide fire extinguisher. |
If you find yourself trapped and required to "shoot your way out" or to clear a safe path to an exit, the following are guidelines on how to use the extinguisher:
P.A.S.S - Use of a Fire Extinguisher
PULL | Holding extinguisher upright, twist the pin to break the plastic safety seal. Pull the pin completely out. |
AIM | Aim low. Point the extinguisher nozzle (or its horn or hose) at the base of the fire not the flames. This is important in order to put out the fire, you must extinguish the fuel. |
SQUEEZE | Squeeze the handle. This releases the extinguishing agent. |
SWEEP | Using a sweeping motion, move the fire extinguisher back and forth until the fire is completely out. Watch the fire area. Back away if fire breaks out again repeat the process. |
If possible, do not attempt to extinguish any fire without calling for help and pulling the fire alarm.
Don"t turn your back on it! Back away from the fire, watching it to make sure that it does not reignite.
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First, you must decide on whether to evacuate the immediate area of the spill. If you find yourself in a situation were you cannot safely control the spill, the safest action is to evacuate the area. The likelihood of a chemical spill occurring outside of a laboratory is rare, but if you find yourself confronting a chemical hazard in a non-laboratory (clinic, mechanical room, outdoors) setting please contact REHS at 848-445-2550 or RUPD (New Brunswick 732-932-7111, Newark 973-353-5111 or 973-972-4491, Camden 856-225-6111).
For Laboratory Incidents:
Evacuation
Personal Contamination
Spill Cleanup
If you have the appropriate laboratory training, you can clean up a chemical spill yourself. Make a determination on whether a cleanup can be handled or if assistance is required. Generally, the spill can and should be cleaned up by laboratory personnel if the material is of low hazard (low corrosivity and toxicity) and if one gallon or less has been spilled. REVIEW THE APPROPRIATE SAFETY DATA SHEETS and use the following guidelines based on the size of the spill.
Small Spill | Large Spill |
ASSESS spill size, chemical type and available cleanup equipment. EVACUATE the immediate area. WARN other personnel. WEAR appropriate PPE. CLEAN UP spill using appropriate spill kit if trained to do so. CONTAIN spilled material in a sturdy plastic bag or sealed drum. Apply a hazardous waste label and contact REHS for disposal. | ATTEND to injured persons, seek appropriate medical attention. EVACUATE area/building. EXTINGUISH ignition and heat sources. PREVENT spill from spreading. CONTACT REHS for assistance. After hours call RUPD. FILE a formal incident report. |
If you require any more information, contact REHS at 848-445-2550 or REHS-Newark 973-972-4812.
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Do not move a seriously injured person unless they are in a life threatening situation.
Request an Ambulance
In the event of a serious injury or illness, immediately dial 9-1-1. The alternate RUPD phone numbers are: New Brunswick 732-932-7111, Newark 973-353-5111 or 973-972-4491, Camden 856-225-6111.
Give as much information as possible; including:
Send someone to the building entrance to meet the ambulance.
The university maintains automated external defibrillators (AED) at Athletic and Recreation Facilities on all campuses. University first responder vehicles (RUPD and RUES) are also equipped with automated external defibrillators.
It is recommended that only trained personnel should provide first aid or CPR. If first aid or CPR training is desired, contact Rutgers University Emergency Services at 732-932-4800
Employees with Work-Related Injuries or Illnesses
If treatment for work-related injuries or illnesses is required:
Rutgers University - New Brunswick | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
Rutgers University - Newark | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
Rutgers University - Camden | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
RBHS - New Brunswick/Piscataway | Employee Health Services | 848-445-0123 |
RBHS - Newark | Occupational Medicine Service | 973-972-2900 |
RBHS - Camden/Stratford | Student and Employee Health | 856-566-6825 |
Supervisor or employee must contact the their locations repective Occupational Health Department to receive treatment.
If Occupational Health is closed, the employee must go to the nearest hospital emergency room and contact Occupational Health Department on the next business day for further treatment.
For any serious or life-threatening work-related injuries, supervisors or employees should call 911 immediately or report to the nearest emergency room for treatment. Upon discharge from the hospital, employees should contact the Occupational Health Department to arrange follow-up care.
For any questions associated to work-related injuries and illnesses, please contact Occupational Health at 848-932-8254.
For students with injuries and illness contact:
Rutgers University - New Brunswick | Health Services | 732-932-7402 | |
Rutgers University - Newark | Health Services | 856-225-6005 | |
Rutgers University - Camden | Student Health Services | 848-932-8254 | |
RBHS - New Brunswick/Piscataway | Student Health | 732-235-8993 | |
RBHS - Newark | Student Health Services | 973-972-8219 | |
RBHS - Camden/Stratford | Student and Employee Health | 856-566-6825 |
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A psychological crisis exists when someone is threatening harm to themselves or others, or is out of touch with reality. The crisis may be manifested as paranoia, extreme anger, sadness, agitation, hallucinations, delusions, uncontrollable behavior, and/or complete withdrawal.
If someone is contemplating suicide:
An agreement between University Behavioral Healthcare (UBHC) allows the Rutgers Emergency Services Supervisors to provide immediate intervention for students in crisis on the New Brunswick/Piscataway Campuses. The Rutgers Emergency Services Supervisor will perform a psychological screening in an effort to expedite the admissions process and provide psychological support/services when indicated.
If counseling assistance is needed:
Other Centers providing the Rutgers" community after hour services:
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Employees who are injured or become ill on the job due to work related activities, must immediately notify their supervisor of their injury or illness. The supervisor must then complete the first page of the Employer"s First Report of Accidental Injury [Secure Online Form requires a RU NetID] by the end of the employees" work shift. The remaining pages of the form must be completed within five (5) working days of the date of the accident.
In the event of a serious injury or illness, immediately call 9-1-1.
For assistance in investigating or reporting an accident, please contact REHS at 848-445-2550 or REHS-Newark 973-972-4812.
Online Form - myrehs.rutgers.edu
Employees with Work-Related Injuries or Illnesses
If treatment for work-related injuries or illnesses is required:
Rutgers University - New Brunswick | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
Rutgers University - Newark | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
Rutgers University - Camden | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
RBHS - New Brunswick/Piscataway | Employee Health Services | 848-445-0123 |
RBHS - Newark | Occupational Medicine Service | 973-972-2900 |
RBHS - Camden/Stratford | Student and Employee Health | 856-566-6825 |
Supervisor or employee must contact the their locations respective Occupational Health Department to receive treatment.
If Occupational Health is closed, the employee must go to the nearest hospital emergency room and contact Occupational Health Department on the next business day for further treatment.
For any serious or life-threatening work-related injuries, supervisors or employees should call 911 immediately or report to the nearest emergency room for treatment. Upon discharge from the hospital, employees should contact the Occupational Health Department to arrange follow-up care.
For any questions associated to work-related injuries and illnesses, please contact Occupational Health at 848-932-8254.
Employees with non-work-related injuries and illnesses must see their personal physician for treatment.
All work related injury/illness medical expenses are covered by the University through its Workers" Compensation insurance carrier. If an employee decides to seek treatment on their own and bypasses Occupational Health or Risk Management, , they are responsible for paying their medical bills. http://policies.rutgers.edu/PDF/Section40/40.3.1-current.pdf
For Rutgers employees or lab workers with needle stick injuries or potential bloodborne pathogen exposure:
For RBHS Students who sustain needle stick injuries or potential Bloodborne pathogen exposure:
Time is crucial. Act quickly as follows:
- Wash exposure site thoroughly with soap and water (or water only for mucous membranes).
- Notify resident or other supervisor of your rotation AND the nursing supervisor, who should request source-person clinical information and blood work (e.g., HBsAG, HCV antibody, HIV) unless HIV, HBV, and HCV status is already known.
On campus or close to campus, go immediately to:
- Newark & Scotch Plains: Student Health Services 973-972-8219 (8-5 M-F) After hours: Go to Emergency Department at University Hospital 973-972-5123
- Piscataway & New Brunswick: EOHSI Employee Health Service 848-445-0123 (8-4 M-F) After hours: Go to RWJUH Emergency Department 732-937-8944
- Stratford: Internal Medicine 856-566-6845
Off campus: Go immediately to:
- Nearest Emergency Department or call 866-HIV-CHEC (866-448-2432) for advice & to locate the nearest ED
It is very important to report all exposures and get follow-up care at:
- Student Health Services-Newark (DOC 1750), 973-972-8219; or EOHSI Employee Health Service-NB (170 Frelinghuysen Road, Piscataway), 848-445-0123; or Rowan SOM Internal Medicine-Stratford (UDP 3100) 856-566-6845.
- Get appropriate tests, e.g., for HIV, HBV panel, HCV BUN, creatinine, U/A, LFTs, amylase, CBC w/diff & pit, electrolytes, glucose, urine pregnancy test when appropriate.
- Get risk-assessment counseling and chemoprophylaxis (if needed). If elected, chemoprophylaxis should begin as soon as possible after exposure, best within hours of exposure.
- Complete incident report.
- Send bills to your insurance company; send any unreimbursed expenses to your Student Affairs Dean
Injury to Students, Guest or the Public
If an injury occurs to students or members of the general public and is witnessed by an employee, then the employee must complete the Injury Report Form for Students or Public and forward it to Risk Management.
Injury Report Form for Students or Public: http://riskmanagement.rutgers.edu/students-or-public
Employee Access to Medical & Exposure Records
Rutgers University provides employees exposed occupationally to toxic substances or harmful physical agents access to their medical records and relevant exposure information in accordance to applicable standards regulated by the N.J. Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health (PEOSH) Program. Rutgers employee medical records are maintained by the Occupational Health Department and exposure records are maintained by Rutgers Environmental Health and Safety (REHS). This PEOSH regulation was enacted to ensure that all workers (or their designated representatives) have access to such records upon request. Employees desiring access to or copies of their medical or exposure records concerning their working conditions or workplace should visit Occupational Health Department to formally request it. Employees must be informed on an annual basis of the existence of this regulation and of these rights. This notice is posted to satisfy this requirement.
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Employees who are injured or become ill on the job due to work related activities, must immediately notify their supervisor of their injury or illness. The supervisor must then complete the first page of the Employer"s First Report of Accidental Injury [Secure Online Form requires a RU NetID] by the end of the employees" work shift. The remaining pages of the form must be completed within five (5) working days of the date of the accident.
In the event of a serious injury or illness, immediately call 9-1-1.
For assistance in investigating or reporting an accident, please contact REHS at 848-445-2550 or REHS-Newark 973-972-4812.
Online Form - myrehs.rutgers.edu
Employees with Work-Related Injuries or Illnesses
If treatment for work-related injuries or illnesses is required:
Rutgers University - New Brunswick | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
Rutgers University - Newark | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
Rutgers University - Camden | Occupational Health Department | 848-932-8254 |
RBHS - New Brunswick/Piscataway | Employee Health Services | 848-445-0123 |
RBHS - Newark | Occupational Medicine Service | 973-972-2900 |
RBHS - Camden/Stratford | Student and Employee Health | 856-566-6825 |
Supervisor or employee must contact the their locations respective Occupational Health Department to receive treatment.
If Occupational Health is closed, the employee must go to the nearest hospital emergency room and contact Occupational Health Department on the next business day for further treatment.
For any serious or life-threatening work-related injuries, supervisors or employees should call 911 immediately or report to the nearest emergency room for treatment. Upon discharge from the hospital, employees should contact the Occupational Health Department to arrange follow-up care.
For any questions associated to work-related injuries and illnesses, please contact Occupational Health at 848-932-8254.
Employees with non-work-related injuries and illnesses must see their personal physician for treatment.
All work related injury/illness medical expenses are covered by the University through its Workers" Compensation insurance carrier. If an employee decides to seek treatment on their own and bypasses Occupational Health or Risk Management, , they are responsible for paying their medical bills. http://policies.rutgers.edu/PDF/Section40/40.3.1-current.pdf
For Rutgers employees or lab workers with needle stick injuries or potential bloodborne pathogen exposure:
For RBHS Students who sustain needle stick injuries or potential Bloodborne pathogen exposure:
Time is crucial. Act quickly as follows:
- Wash exposure site thoroughly with soap and water (or water only for mucous membranes).
- Notify resident or other supervisor of your rotation AND the nursing supervisor, who should request source-person clinical information and blood work (e.g., HBsAG, HCV antibody, HIV) unless HIV, HBV, and HCV status is already known.
On campus or close to campus, go immediately to:
- Newark & Scotch Plains: Student Health Services 973-972-8219 (8-5 M-F) After hours: Go to Emergency Department at University Hospital 973-972-5123
- Piscataway & New Brunswick: EOHSI Employee Health Service 848-445-0123 (8-4 M-F) After hours: Go to RWJUH Emergency Department 732-937-8944
- Stratford: Internal Medicine 856-566-6845
Off campus: Go immediately to:
- Nearest Emergency Department or call 866-HIV-CHEC (866-448-2432) for advice & to locate the nearest ED
It is very important to report all exposures and get follow-up care at:
- Student Health Services-Newark (DOC 1750), 973-972-8219; or EOHSI Employee Health Service-NB (170 Frelinghuysen Road, Piscataway), 848-445-0123; or Rowan SOM Internal Medicine-Stratford (UDP 3100) 856-566-6845.
- Get appropriate tests, e.g., for HIV, HBV panel, HCV BUN, creatinine, U/A, LFTs, amylase, CBC w/diff & pit, electrolytes, glucose, urine pregnancy test when appropriate.
- Get risk-assessment counseling and chemoprophylaxis (if needed). If elected, chemoprophylaxis should begin as soon as possible after exposure, best within hours of exposure.
- Complete incident report.
- Send bills to your insurance company; send any unreimbursed expenses to your Student Affairs Dean
Injury to Students, Guest or the Public
If an injury occurs to students or members of the general public and is witnessed by an employee, then the employee must complete the Injury Report Form for Students or Public and forward it to Risk Management.
Injury Report Form for Students or Public: http://riskmanagement.rutgers.edu/students-or-public
Employee Access to Medical & Exposure Records
Rutgers University provides employees exposed occupationally to toxic substances or harmful physical agents access to their medical records and relevant exposure information in accordance to applicable standards regulated by the N.J. Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health (PEOSH) Program. Rutgers employee medical records are maintained by the Occupational Health Department and exposure records are maintained by Rutgers Environmental Health and Safety (REHS). This PEOSH regulation was enacted to ensure that all workers (or their designated representatives) have access to such records upon request. Employees desiring access to or copies of their medical or exposure records concerning their working conditions or workplace should visit Occupational Health Department to formally request it. Employees must be informed on an annual basis of the existence of this regulation and of these rights. This notice is posted to satisfy this requirement.
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Any direct physical contact with an unknown animal, especially if it results in a bite or scratch, could have serious health consequences. In fact, wild animals - alive or dead - can spread disease and may pose potential physical hazards. Contact includes exposure of a person"s eyes, nose, mouth and non-intact skin (cut, scratched, burned, etc...) to animal blood or saliva. It also includes a bite, scratch or kick from a wild animal.
Notification Procedures:
RUPD (New Brunswick 732-932-7111, Newark 973-353-5111 or 973-972-4491, Camden 856-225-6111):
Student Health or Occupational Health (New Brunswick 848-932-7402, Newark 973-353-5231, Camden 856-225-6005, Occupational Health 848-932-8254):
Facilities (New Brunswick 848-445-1234, RBHS-N 973-972-5400, Newark 973-353-5441, Camden 856-225-6000):
Housing (New Brunswick 848-932-1001, RBHS-N 973-972-5400, Newark 973-353-1037, Camden 856-225-6471):
Bat Exposure: If you think you have been in any of following situations, call Student Health or Occupational Health.
The following tips can help prevent people from being injured, or to minimize the injury, by an animal and/or other wildlife:
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First, you must decide on whether to evacuate the immediate area of the spill. If you find yourself in a situation were you cannot safely control the spill, the safest action is to evacuate the area. The likelihood of a biological spill occurring outside of a laboratory is rare, but if you find yourself confronting a biological hazard in a non-laboratory (clinic, mechanical room, classroom, recreations, outdoors) setting please contact REHS at 848-445-2550 or RUPD (New Brunswick 732-932-7111, Newark 973-353-5111 or 973-972-4491, Camden 856-225-6111) for assistance.
BSL-2 agents, human blood, blood products, and body fluids
Laboratories
Clinical Areas
Personal Contamination
For employees or lab workers with potential exposure:
For any questions associated to the exposure, please contact Occupational Health at 848-932-8254, Occupational Medicine Services at 973-972-2900 or Employee Health at 848-445-0123.
For students with potential exposure:
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First, you must decide on whether to evacuate the immediate area of the spill. If you find yourself in a situation were you cannot safely control the spill, the safest action is to evacuate the area. The likelihood of a chemical spill occurring outside of a laboratory is rare, but if you find yourself confronting a chemical hazard in a non-laboratory (clinic, mechanical room, outdoors) setting please contact REHS at 848-445-2550 or RUPD (New Brunswick 732-932-7111, Newark 973-353-5111 or 973-972-4491, Camden 856-225-6111).
For Laboratory Incidents:
Evacuation
Personal Contamination
Spill Cleanup
If you have the appropriate laboratory training, you can clean up a chemical spill yourself. Make a determination on whether a cleanup can be handled or if assistance is required. Generally, the spill can and should be cleaned up by laboratory personnel if the material is of low hazard (low corrosivity and toxicity) and if one gallon or less has been spilled. REVIEW THE APPROPRIATE SAFETY DATA SHEETS and use the following guidelines based on the size of the spill.
Small Spill | Large Spill |
ASSESS spill size, chemical type and available cleanup equipment. EVACUATE the immediate area. WARN other personnel. WEAR appropriate PPE. CLEAN UP spill using appropriate spill kit if trained to do so. CONTAIN spilled material in a sturdy plastic bag or sealed drum. Apply a hazardous waste label and contact REHS for disposal. | ATTEND to injured persons, seek appropriate medical attention. EVACUATE area/building. EXTINGUISH ignition and heat sources. PREVENT spill from spreading. CONTACT REHS for assistance. After hours call RUPD. FILE a formal incident report. |
If you require any more information, contact REHS at 848-445-2550 or REHS-Newark 973-972-4812.
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When an incident occurs, the worker must first make a judgment as to whether the incident is a minor or major incident. The chart below will help you to make the determination as to a minor or major incident. When in doubt, call REHS.
Notifications
The proper response to an emergency depends upon a thorough understanding of the magnitude of risks, priorities for action and the application of common sense. When calling REHS or the police to report a spill, the following information should be provided:
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In the event of a spill or emergency related to a radiological laboratory incident during normal business hours (Mon - Fri 8 am to 4:30 pm), REHS should be contacted at 848-445-2550. After business hours or if an injury occurred, call RUPD (New Brunswick 732-932-7111, Newark 973-353-5111 or 973-972-4491, Camden 856-225-6111):
Emergency Procedures for Radiation Incidents
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Emerging infectious diseases are those whose incidence in humans has increased in the past 2 decades or threaten to increase in the near future. These diseases, which respect no national boundaries, can challenge efforts to protect workers as prevention and control recommendations may not be immediately available. The occupational safety and health community can prepare for these unpredictable disease outbreaks and prevent disease transmission with these resources for protecting workers, particularly healthcare workers, nurses, doctors, and first responders.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention resources
The following information is provided for the University community by various University Departments related to emerging infectious diseases affecting our University:
Ebola Health Advisory
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey continues to closely monitor the evolving Ebola situation.
Students, faculty, and staff who have traveled to Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, or Senegal within the past 21 days are asked to call Student or Occupational Health Office so they can walk you through a quick risk assessment over the phone: http://healthannouncement.rutgers.edu/
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Rutgers University is committed to assist local, state and the federal government in protecting our community from a Zombie Apocalypse and preventing the spread of Zombie Disorder. In an effort to preserve the human race and protecting our traditions like Rutgers Day, King Neptune Night, Dance Marathon, Grease Trucks, waiting for the elusive "L” Bus or the excitement of our B1G debut, you should have an emergency kit in your house, dorm room and office. This includes things like water, food, and other supplies to get you through the first couple of days before you can locate a zombie-free refugee camp (or in the event of a natural disaster, it will buy you some time until you are able to make your way to an evacuation shelter or utility lines are restored). Below are a few items you should include in your kit, for a full list visit the CDC Emergency page http://emergency.cdc.gov/preparedness/kit/disasters/
Once you"ve made your emergency kit, you should sit down with your family, residence hall, fraternity, sorority, department or Public Safety and come up with an emergency action plan. This includes where you would go and who you would call if zombies started appearing outside your door step. You can also implement this plan if there is a flood, earthquake, or other emergency. At Rutgers you can always refer to the University"s Emergency Action Plan (EAP) http://emergency.rutgers.edu/ , which is also available as a mobile site compatible with most smart phones.
Identify the types of emergencies that are possible in your area. Besides a zombie apocalypse, this may include floods, hurricanes, or earthquakes. If you are unsure contact your campus"s Rutgers University Police Department for more information. Pick a meeting place for your friends and family to regroup in case zombies invade your home, office or dorm…or if your town evacuates because of a hurricane. Pick one place right outside your home for sudden emergencies and one place outside of your neighborhood in case you are unable to return home right away. Identify your emergency contacts. Make a list of local contacts like RUPD, RUES, RUHS, REHS and your local zombie response team (http://aps.rutgers.edu/). The numbers can be found on the RU EAP under Important Numbers too. Also identify an out-of-state contact that you can call during an emergency to let the rest of your family know you are ok. Plan your evacuation route. When zombies are hungry they won"t stop until they get food (i.e., brains), which means you need to get out of town fast! Plan where you would go and multiple routes you would take ahead of time so that the flesh eaters don"t have a chance! This is also helpful when natural disasters strike and you have to take shelter fast. Never Fear - Rutgers and CDC is Ready! http://www.cdc.gov/phpr/zombies.htm
In the event that mass distribution of medication or vaccines to a specified population is deemed necessary by State and Local Officials or a cure is discovered at one of our Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences Schools, we will communicate to the Rutgers community with advisories, instructions, statuses and/or our Zombie Mass Prophylaxis/Immunization Point of Distribution (POD) Sites via our Campus Status Pages found on http://www.rutgers.edu/.
THE SCIENCE OF SURVIVING THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE
THE ZOMBIE DISORDER (A.K.A CONSCIOUSNESS DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (CDHD):
The loss of rational, voluntary, and conscious behavior replaced by delusional/impulsive aggression, stimulus-driven attention, the inability to coordinate motor-linguistic behaviors, and an insatiable appetite for human flesh. More information on Zombie Disorder or any other illness can be provided by Rutgers University Health Services.
The following are some of the defects or symptoms an individual inflicted with Zombie Disorder may present and ways that you can take use then to protect yourself.
Source: Pimsleur Approach
SYMPTOMS | CAUSES | ACTION | |
1: | Slow Moving Zombies | Damage to the cerebellum. Zombies exhibit severe ataxia and will be slow and uncoordinated. | RUN AWAY! |
2: | Amnesia | Loss of hippocampus has caused the zombie to have very short memory spans. Take advantage of this by hiding. | KEEP QUIET! WAIT IT OUT! |
3: | Immunity to Pain | Due to damage to parietal cortices, zombies can"t feel pain; if you can"t kill them by damaging the brain stem, don"t try to fight them. They can"t feel a thing! | DON"T FIGHT THEM! |
4: | Easily distracted | Loss of posterior parietal cortices has led to a loss of hand-eye coordination, an inability to visually fixate and perceive more than 1 object at a time. Take advantage and run! | DISTRACT THEM! |
5: | Misconceptions | Zombies appear to exhibit a form of Capgras delusion. If their ataxia isn"t enough to allow you to outrun it, you can act like a zombie to escape. Mimicing in-group zombie behaviors can buy you critical moments! | MIMIC THEM! |
Source: Pimsleur Approach
http://www.wired.com/underwire/2011/06/zombie-apocalypse-science/
http://www.pimsleurapproach.com/blog/language-learning/science-of-surviving-the-zombie-apocalypse
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The purpose of this information is to remind the Rutgers community of university policy concerning adverse weather conditions and to identify sources through which accurate weather-related information will be disseminated to students, faculty, and staff.
In the event of a delayed opening, class cancellation, or closure of the university, the earliest possible notification will be made. If you are designated as an essential services employee and you are advised that your services are needed, you must report for work if the university or a particular campus is declared as closed for any length of time due to a weather-related emergency. Please note that the term "essential services personnel" only applies when employees (who have been given status of essential services personnel) are informed that their services are required, and there is a delayed opening or closure of the university.
You can find information about Rutgers' operating status by going to http://uwide.rutgers.edu/status. Additionally, you can find operating status updates on the following pages:
If you are a student or not designated as being needed as an essential services employee for purposes of the weather emergency, and the university does not close, your decision regarding travel during inclement weather is a personal one and should be based on your particular circumstances.
Faculty and staff not designated as essential services employees for purposes of weather emergencies, with appropriate approval from your supervisor, may wish to take personal leave rather than commute in adverse weather.
University policy 60.3.16 addresses university operations during inclement weather. This policy can be accessed at the University Policy Library web site at http://policies.rutgers.edu or http://policies.rutgers.edu/PDF/Section60/60.3.16-current.pdf.
Campus Information Services (CIS) plays a primary role in disseminating Adverse Weather related information to the university community, including the announcement of delayed openings, office closings, and class cancellations. Additional methods are also utilized to disseminate the information, which include e-mail, websites, campus television and local radio/television stations.
Faculty and staff may also be notified of campus status through their departmental telephone chains and are encouraged to review their group's emergency telephone chain and update them as needed.
Please use the information resources listed above and refrain from calling the Rutgers University Police Department (RUPD) regarding possible cancellations, closures, or delays. Maintaining the ability of the RUPD to receive emergency calls is vital. A large volume of calls can tie up police phone lines at critical times.
We will strive to communicate emergency-related information as broadly as possible and in a timely fashion. Because weather emergencies often occur outside of normal work hours, we ask that you keep a copy of this communication at home; employees are also encouraged to keep an updated list of the home telephone numbers of colleagues both at work and at home.
Weather Related Information
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An earthquake is a violent moving or shaking of the earth"s crust, generally caused by a release of tectonic stress along fault lines. Earthquakes are impossible to predict and rare in New Jersey, as such most buildings in this State are not designed to withstand a significant quake and may sustain damage creating hazards during and after the event.
Individual and Group Safety Information
The following are important safety considerations in case of an earthquake:
Actions While Indoors:
Action While Outdoors:
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An emergency situation such as a hazardous materials release outside of building, major storm, terrorism incident, etc. may require that university personnel take shelter in their facility:
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If you are caught outdoors in a severe thunderstorm or when lightning threatens:
1. Immediately seek shelter in a substantial building.
2. Avoid contact with metal fences, metal bleachers, or metallic structures.
3. Avoid using the telephone or any electrical appliances. Use phones ONLY in an emergency.
4. Do not take a bath or shower during a thunderstorm.
5. Wait 30 minutes or more after hearing the last thunder before leaving the safe location
If Caught outdoors and No Shelter Is Nearby:
REMEMBER: If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Once you have taken shelter indoors, you should monitor a weather radio, commercial radio/television station, internet or other weather service provider. Even when a specific storm cell has passed beyond the area, conditions may still be right for high winds, lightning, and other hazardous weather conditions. In an emergency dial 9-1-1. The alternate RUPD phone numbers are: New Brunswick 732-932-7111, Newark 973-353-5111 or 973-972-4491, Camden 856-225-6111.
New Brunswick/Piscataway Campuses utilizes Lighting Detection Systems to detect and announce the proximity of lighting. The Lighting Detection System covers the large recreation and athletic fields, stadium and the golf course on the Busch and Livingston Campuses. The system will activate an audible horn alarm to announce the proximity of lighting. All activities on the fields SHALL be suspended and everyone must locate appropriate cover until the storm has passed.
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In many instances, utility outages will be for a short duration of time. Emergency lighting and alarm systems will operate for a period of time to safely guide your way out of a building. Status of utility interruptions can be found at:
New Brunswick/Piscataway | http://www.fms.rutgers.edu/interruption/inter.asp |
Newark | http://www.newark.rutgers.edu/campusstatus/ |
Camden | http://www.camden.rutgers.edu/ |
In the event of a longer outage, additional information will be provided using established communication mechanisms, as the circumstances dictate. The following instructions may be given during a utility outage:
Power Outage
Water Failure
Gas Leak
Sewage/Drainage Failure
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The university"s emergency notification system utilizes many different and overlapping mechanisms to provide time-critical information to the Rutgers community, as no single mechanism is sufficient to provide blanket notification. Methods include email, website announcements, TV, radio, and text messaging to cell phones, as well as low-tech mass communications such as electronic signs, bullhorns, and police car speaker systems.
As with all emergency planning, our notification systems are regularly tested and upgraded. The key goal is to notify as many subscribers as possible in as short a time as possible. To update your personal emergency notification information, You can go to ENS.rutgers.edu and manage your subscription at any time, The subscriber can pick additional campuses to receive alerts from and includes individuals with the "guest” and "student worker” status at the University.
The Rutgers University Police Department has also partnered with Nixle to provide students, faculty, staff and guest with email and text alerts that affect the local community. Follow RUPD on Nixle for regular updates on issues impacting your community:
Visit http://local.nixle.com/rutgers-police-department to learn more
- Rutgers University - New Brunswick - "RUPD"
- Rutgers Biomedical Health Sciences - Newark - "RHSC"
- Rutgers University - Camden - "RUCMD"
- Rutgers University - Newark - "RUNWK"
During an emergency, campus status pages will feature important information and updates about the campus status (e.g., class cancellations, office closings, etc.) for Rutgers and campus specific announcements are made, campus status information will also be available through:
University Location | By Phone | Website | TV |
Rutgers University-Wide | 732-445-INFO(4636) | http://uwide.rutgers.edu/status | |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick | 732-445-INFO(4636) | http://www.rutgers.edu/about/operating-status | RU-TV 3 |
Rutgers Biomedical Health Science | 732-445-INFO(4636) | http://rbhs.rutgers.edu/operatingstatus.shtml | |
Rutgers University - Newark | 973-353-1766 | https://www.newark.rutgers.edu/campusstatus | |
Rutgers University - Camden | 856-225-1766 | http://www.camden.rutgers.edu/page/weather-and-emergency-information |
Or via these local media outlets (class cancellations only):
Radio Stations: WCBS 880 AM - New York City WINS 1010 AM - New York City WOR 710 AM - New York City WCTC 1450 AM, 98.3 FM- New Brunswick WRSU 88.7 FM - New Brunswick WRNJ 1510 AM, 104.7 FM, and 92.7 FM - Hackettstown WKXW 101.5 FM - Trenton WKYW 1060 AM - Philadelphia | WHTG 1410 AM - Monmouth/Ocean Counties WBBO 106.5 FM - Monmouth/Ocean Counties WBHX 99.7 FM - Monmouth/Ocean Counties WWZY 107.1 FM - Monmouth/Ocean Counties Television: WCBS - Channel 2 WNBC - Channel 4 News 12 - NJ Channel 12 - Cablevision News 12 - NJ Channel 12 - Comcast |
Many of these stations also provide school closing information on their websites. Please note that these announcements are for classes only and usually will not include specific times. These announcements DO NOT refer to office closings unless specified. Please do not telephone the stations as they will not give out information over the phone.
Please do not call the Rutgers Police regarding possible weather related delays, cancellations, or closures. During inclement weather conditions, it is vitally important that they be able to receive emergency calls. Also, please refrain from calling the radio and television stations. They will not give out information over the telephone anyway, and a large volume of calls can tie up their phone lines at critical times too.
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For any Emergency Dial |
Program the Alternate Public Safety Numbers |
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IMPORTANT UNIVERSITY TELEPHONE NUMBERS | |||||
Rutgers University New Brunswick | Biomedical Health Science at Newark | Rutgers University | Rutgers University Camden | Farms, Research Stations, & other University Facilities | |
Emergency Numbers | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 | Obtain an Outside line then dial 9-1-1 |
Non-Emergency Public Safety Numbers | 732-932-7111 | 973-972-4491 | 973-353-5111 | 856-225-6111 | 732-932-7111 |
Non Emergency Numbers | |||||
Rutgers University Police Department | 732-932-3913 | 973-972-6393 | 973-353-5581 | 856-225-6009 | 732-932-3913 |
Rutgers University Emergency Services | 848-932-4800 | 848-932-4800 | 848-932-4800 | 848-932-4800 | 848-932-4800 |
Rutgers Environmental Health and Safety | 848-445-2550 | 973-972-4812 | 973-353-5131 | 856-225-6327 | 848-445-2550 |
Rutgers Office of Emergency Management | 848-932-4880 | 848-932-4880 | 848-932-4880 | 848-932-4880 | 848-932-4880 |
Student Health Services | 848-932-7402 | 973-972-8219 | 973-353-5231 | 856-225-6005 | 848-932-7402 |
Occupational Health | 848-932-8254 | 973-972-2900 | 848-932-8254 | 848-932-8254 | 848-932-8254 |
Risk Management | 848-932-7300 | 848-932-7300 | 848-932-7300 | 848-932-7300 | 848-932-7300 |
Facilities Maintenance | 848-445-1234 | 973-972-5400 | 973-353-5441 | 856-225-6000 | 848-445-1234 |
Parking and Transportation | 848-932-7744 | 848-932-7744 | 973-353-1839 | 856-225-6137 | 848-932-7744 |
Counseling Centers | 848-932-7884 | 973-972-5429 | 973-353-5805 | 856-225-6005 | 848-932-7884 |
Note: The recently announced VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone project implementation has begun on the New Brunswick/Piscataway Campuses. Callers will notice that they can no longer reach some departments using the old numbers. This is because departments that have the new system have a new 848 area code. To reach these departments users must use the new area code as they would for any outside line number; you can no longer use 5 digit campus dialing to go between the new 848 and the old 732 area codes.
Detailed information on the VoIP project schedule is available on the website at http://voip.td.rutgers.edu/
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