SLCC Emergency Procedures Brown Bag Series

“Any community that fails to prepare with the idea that somehow, in the end, the federal government will be able to rescue them will be tragically wrong.” -Michael Leavitt, Former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services

Following any situation, disaster or other significant event, and during the initial stages of response, we must be Prepared. Are YOU Ready!

Presented by: Health & Wellness Services.

Health Education and Promotion Services helps students make informed, education and support. Prevention and healthy living are key to students' academic success. We also provide assistance to students who have specific concerns about their well-being. Issues we can assist with include, but are not limited to, alcohol and drugs, nutrition, fitness, relationships, safe sex education, stress management, and smoking cessation.

Session 2: Medical Emergencies on Campus

Medical emergencies in the workplace are seldom expected and very rarely properly planned for. Should there be a medical emergency where you work, your level of preparedness could mean the difference between life and death. Do you know what to do in the case of a medical emergency? Learning the basics will help you respond quickly and calmly in the face of chaos and could save a life.

Tuesday, May 8, 2012 ▪ 12:00–12:45 PM
South City Campus, (East Foyer)

This series of workshops is based on the Homeland Security and FEMA, “The Be Ready Campaign: Is designed to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for Life situations, emergencies, and disasters. Even though we don't know when or where situations and emergencies may strike, we do know that we can do more to be prepared for the unexpected. These workshops are designed to help individuals take greater personal interest in their safety and know their surroundings and by learning how to prepare and understand what to do if a situation arise. Employees attending may bring their lunch to the workshops.

May 8 SCC 12:00 PM (East Foyer)
May 15 RWD 12:00 PM (STC Multipurpose Room (002)
May 22 JC 12:00 PM (Student Pavilion multipurpose room)

This event is sponsored by an Department of Public Safety and the Center of Innovation. For questions about the series, please email Charlie.dressen@slcc.edu or call (801) 957-4963.

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