SERIOUS INJURY/DEATH/SUICIDE

SERIOUS INJURY/DEATH

In the event of serious injury or death on the property, follow these steps:

Call 9-1-1.

TYPE of emergency

LOCATION of the victim

CONDITION of the victim

DANGEROUS CONDITIONS

Do not move the individual unless authorized by some medical authority, then assist the individual in the form of transportation to the nearest hospital.

Notify CPR/First Aid-certified persons in the vicinity.

If possible, isolate affected staff and/or visitors.

Ensure the scene is not touched or disturbed.

Notify the Safety and Security team.

Emergency contact will be notified of incident by People & Talent.

Notification of next of kin to be performed by law enforcement personnel — not by security or WGU personnel.

SUICIDE

In the event of suicide or attempted suicide on the property, follow these steps:

Call 9-1-1.

TYPE of emergency

LOCATION of the victim

CONDITION of the victim

DANGEROUS CONDITIONS

Attempt to calm the suicidal person.
Try to isolate suicidal person from other employees.
Stay with the person until police arrive; do not leave suicidal person alone.
Do not encourage, entice, or challenge said person.
Speak little and listen a lot.
Stay at a distance that prohibits them from being able to grab you.
Support for employees is available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Please see the ‘Important Contact” page in this guide for more information on how to use this benefit.