Personal Safety

Active Shooter

Run: Evacuate if possible.

Have an escape route and plan in mind
Make sure it is safe to leave the area you are in. Use your eyes and ears to determine if it is safe to run.
Leave your belongings behind. Do not go back for anything.
Keep your hands visible.
Once in a safe place, call 911 and give detailed information about what is happening. Do not assume that someone else has already called the police.

Hide: Hide silently in as safe a place as possible.

If in a classroom or other securable area, stay in the room and immediately lock and barricade the door with whatever is available, such as desks, chairs, or door wedges.
Stay away from doors and windows and get as low to the floor as possible.
Do NOT huddle together, because it makes an easier target.
Turn off lights and silence your cell phone.
Call 911 and provide your name, specific room/building location and description/location of shooter.
If Outdoors, move away from the building where it appears the shooting noise is occurring.
Use buildings, shrubs and any kind of cover or natural obstruction to shield you from view of the shooter during your escape.
Try to avoid crossing wide open areas in making your evacuation from the area.
When evacuating assist individuals with limited mobility, impairments, and anyone who is injured to the best of your ability.

**Remain in place until you receive an "ALL CLEAR" notification from the ASU Beebe Emergency Alert Notification System. Otherwise, remain in place until law enforcement officers locate you and evacuate you from the area.

Fight: Take action to disrupt or incapacitate the shooter
Fighting is a last resort to be used only when your life is in imminent danger.

Sometimes fighting may be your first and only option.
Attempt to incapacitate or disrupt the actions of the shooter.
Act with physical aggression toward the shooter.
Use items at your disposal such as fire extinguishers, chairs, or other objects to throw at the shooter if possible.
Call 911 when safe to do so.

Click here to watch VIDEO on Active Shooting Situations.

Bomb Threat

A bomb threat is generally defined as a verbal or written threat to detonate an explosive or incendiary device to cause property damage, injuries, or loss of life whether or not such a device actually exists.

Two main reasons someone may call with a bomb threat:

The person knows of an explosive device that is in place and wants to minimize injuries.
The person wants to create an environment of panic/confusion or to interrupt normal campus/building functions.

Unfortunately, there is often no way to tell which is the motivation of the caller until after a thorough inspection of the building is conducted. This means that there will always be a response to the threat by emergency services personnel (police, fire, medical).

If a bomb threat is received by phone:

.Remain calm. Keep the caller on the line for as long as possible. DO NOT HANG UP, even if the caller does.
Listen carefully. Be polite and show interest.Try to keep the caller talking to learn more information.
If possible, write a note to a colleague to call the authorities or, as soon as the caller hangs up, immediately notify them yourself from a different phone.
DO NOT hang up the line from which you received the threat.If your phone has a display, copy the number and/or letters on the window display.
Complete the Bomb Threat Procedures Checklist immediately, Write down as much detail as you can remember.
Try to get and use exact words. Immediately upon termination of the call, DO NOT HANG UP, but from a different phone, contact authorities immediately with information and await further instructions.

If a bomb threat is received by handwritten note or email:

Call Campus Police at (501) 882-8851.
Handle the handwritten note as minimally as possible.
Do not delete an email message.

Click here to watch VIDEO on Bomb Threats.
If you Find a Suspicious or Unattended Item:
Together we can keep our college campus safe - If you see something that is suspicious, out of place, or doesn't look right, say something. A suspicious item is any item (e.g., bag, package, vehicle, etc.) that is reasonably believed to contain explosives, an improvised explosive device (IED), or other hazardous material that requires a bomb technician and/or specialized equipment to further evaluate it. Examples that could indicate a bomb include unexplainable wires or electronics, other visible bomb-like components, and unusual sounds, vapors, mists, or odors. Generall speaking, anything that is Hidden, Obviously suspicious, and not Typical (HOT) should be deemed suspicious. In addition, potential indicators for a bomb are threats, placement, and proximity of the item to people and valuable assets.

Remain calm.
Do NOT touch, tamper with, or move the package, bag, or item.
Notify authorities immediately:Notify your supervisor, manager, or administrator.
Call 911 or your local law enforcement if no supervisor is available.
Explain why it appears suspicious.
Follow instructions. Supervisors and/or law enforcement will assess the situation and provide guidance regarding shelter-in-place or evacuation
If no guidance is provided and you feel you are in immediate danger, calmly evacuate the area. Distance and protective cover are the best ways to reduce injury from a bomb
Be aware. There could be other threats or suspicious items.

Every situation is unique. Supervisors and law enforcement will be in the best position to determine if a real risk is posed and how to respond. You can refer to the DHS-DOJ Bomb Threat Guidance for additional information.

Click here to watch VIDEO on Suspicious or Unattended Items.

Evacuation Procedures for Campus-Wide Bomb Threats:

Evacuation orders to be disseminated via the Vanguard Emergency Alert Notification System.
DO NOT activate the building fire alarm system to achieve evacuation.
Remain calm while acting quickly.
Promptly secure equipment, etc. in safe shutdown condition before leaving.
Spread the word of the evacuation order to others as you exit the building.
Remember to take personal belongings with you (backpacks, purses, car keys, etc.).
Pedestrians should exit the campus by the shortest route.
Exit campus as directed in the Vanguard Emergency Alert Notification. You may use your vehicle to leave campus unless directed otherwise in the emergency notification message.
Do not call 911 unless there is an immediate, life-threatening emergency.
Monitor ASU Beebe media messaging for regular updates on the emergency situation and information on returning to campus.

Concerning Behavior

Often times after a tragedy, people come forward with information and observations that, in retrospect, may have signaled a larger issue. This information when viewed collectively may be helpful in preventing tragic events and initiating assistance to an individual. ASU Beebe is committed to a proactive approach and needs your help.

As a member of the campus community, if you observe any behavior that causes concern, please go tell somebody and provide detailed information.

If You See Something, Say Something.

Everyone plays a role in our campus community safe. It's easy to be distracted during our daily routines such as going to work, to class, or about your day, if you see something that doesn't seem quite right, say something.

Recognize the signs of suspicious activity.

Suspicious activity is any observed behavior that may indicate pre-operational planning associated with terrorism-related crime.

Remember: Factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity are not suspicious. A cornerstone of the DHS mission is ensuring that people’s civil rights and civil liberties are not diminished by our security efforts, activities, and programs. As such, the DHS “If You See Something, Say Something®” campaign encourages the public to report only suspicious behavior and situations (e.g., someone breaking into a restricted area), rather than one’s appearance, to authorities.

Mental Health Crisis

There are mental health crisis consequences to every emergency that occurs. ASU Beebe has resources and partners available to assist with post-traumatic stress in all situations. A mental health crisis exists when an individual is threatening harm to themselves or others, or may be out of touch with reality. A psychotic break may be manifested by hallucinations or uncontrollable behavior.If a mental health crisis occurs on campus:

Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, and you are a student, call 501.882.4491.
After hours, call the Campus Police 501.882.8851.
In a life-threatening emergency situation (i.e. involving a weapon) immediately call 911 or notify Campus Police at 501.882.8851 and provide your name and location so officers can respond to the situation. Campus Police will notify mental health resources when necessary.
Persons experiencing a severe mental health crisis should go to the nearest hospital emergency room or contact the Office of Student Life at 501.882.4491 or the Campus Police at 501.882.8851. ASU Beebe staff and personnel are trained to assist students with social, emotional, and academic concerns in a sensitive, caring and confidential manner.

Support Links

MentalHealth.gov
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
The Trevor Project: 866.488.7386 or text START to 678678. A national 24-hour, toll free confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522.
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800.656.4673

Suspicious Letter or Package

If you receive a suspicious letter or package:

Do NOT handle
Don't shake or bump
Isolate immediately
Don't open, smell, or taste
Treat it as suspect
Call 911 or Campus Police at (501) 882-8851

Common features of suspicious packages:

Are unexpected or from someone unfamiliar to you
Have no return address or a return address that can't be verified as legitimate
Are marked with restrictive endorsements such as "Personal," "Confidential," or "Do Not X-ray"
Have protruding wires or aluminum foil, strange odors or stains
Show a city or state in the postmark that doesn't match the return address
Are of unusual weight given their size or are lopsided or oddly shaped
Are marked with threatening language
Have inappropriate or unusual labeling
Have excessive postage or packaging material, such as masking tape and string
Have misspellings of common words
Are addressed to someone no longer with your organization or are otherwise outdated
Have incorrect titles or titles without a name
Are not addressed to a specific person
Have handwritten or poorly typed addresses

If a package or letter is open and/or a threat is identified:
For a bomb