Computerized records of a psychiatric emergency department were used to observe the nature of psychiatric emergencies among college students. Student visits were described using demographic variables, times of visits, and accompaniment. Implications of the findings for campus administration and mental health service personnel are discussed.…

Describes a computer program called "Dispatcher's Assistant" that helps train drivers of special education vehicles, can supply first aid and emergency advice, and tracks individual student records. (MD)

School leaders play a pivotal role in keeping schools safe from chemical accidents. Readers of this brochure can help schools develop a chemical cleanout and prevention program and assemble a team of teachers, facilities staff, and administrators with technical expertise to assess chemical safety issues and set policy. Some important team roles…

In the event of an influenza pandemic, colleges and universities will play an integral role in protecting the health and safety of students, employees and their families. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have developed this checklist as a framework to assist colleges and…

Because of perceived advantages, simulations are increasingly being used for performance-based training. This is a review of computer simulation as a learning tool, and its application within the context of disaster preparedness. Concepts from established learning theory are examined and research verifiable by empirical data is referenced. To…

The risk of dying from fire increases substantially among older adults. This document contains a collection of fire safety information for elderly people. Information includes procedures to follow in case of fire and early warning technologies such as smoke alarms. The booklet describes potential sources of fires (smoking, home heating, kitchens,…

Fewer people die in nursing facility fires than in fires occurring in other places where older people live. Fire remains, however, a significant threat in nursing facilities. This book is centered around six "modules" that present a fire safety training program for managers and staff in nursing homes. These modules present the following…

This document presents disaster response procedures relating to the damage of library materials at the Indiana State University Library. Information provided includes: (1) immediate emergency actions after a disaster; (2) procedures for salvage of water-damaged materials; (3) "Do Nots" for handling water-soaked books; (4) procedures for…

Psychologists who are experienced in crisis response present a framework for a proactive response to tragedy. An introductory chapter presents an overview. Chapter 2 offers a brief review of crisis theory. Chapter 3 contains a review of strategies for starting crisis-response plans. Chapter 4 reviews recommendations for securing a commitment to…

Provided herein are seven papers presented at the ninth annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Agricultural Teaching in January 1919. Papers focused on the theme of training teachers of agriculture and included: (1) Training teachers after employment (R. W. Stimson); (2) Improvement of teachers in service (J. T.…

Involving the university in developing a contingency plan can ensure effective handling of crisis situations. (Editor)

In the 1950s, students had formal bomb-threat education; civil defense training taught students where to hide and how to protect themselves. Comments of teachers and students of that era are presented along with a history of various programs and techniques used for civil defense education. (CJ)

Immediate access to technical information is critical in making emergency decisions and in long-range planning. A useful tool to consolidate many forms of information in an easily understood graphic form is an overall plot plan of each building complex. (Author/MLF)

Describes ideas that center directors developed for (1) planning and evaluation; (2) the emergency relocation of a center that had been contaminated by asbestos; (3) fund raising for community-run centers; and (4) the development of good parent-center relations. (MDM)

Describes the experiences of school librarians with organizing volunteers, assessing the destruction, and recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Andrew. Information gathering, record keeping, public relations, public service, communication, and organization are highlighted; and the value of storytelling in coping with disaster is…