Weather Policy. Overview. Monitoring Weather

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Weather Policy. Overview. Monitoring Weather"

Transcription

1 Overview Iona College Sports Medicine recognizes the importance of closely monitoring heat and cold conditions for practices and competitions. Especially in extreme cases of heat or cold, athletes are at a much greater risk for injury or illness, and therefore special considerations must be taken. It is the policy of Iona College Sports Medicine that extreme heat or cold will warrant modified or cancelled practice or competition. Such modifications will be in line with policies and position statements posted by both the NCAA and the National Athletic Trainers Association. NCAA Sports Medicine Handbook National Athletic Trainer s Association Position Statements o Environmental Cold Injuries o Exertional Heat Illness It will be the responsibility of the Sports Medicine staff to notify coaches of necessary practice modifications or cancellations based on these documents. Additionally, the Head Athletic Trainer, Athletic Director, and head coach will be responsible for coordinating decisions on the cancellation of athletic contests. Monitoring Weather The Sports Medicine staff will monitor weather conditions throughout the day using, but not limited to, WeatherSentry, and a Kestrel 3500 Weather Meter. The Kestrel 3500 Weather Meter is a digital handheld weather meter that has the ability to measure, among other things: Relative humidity Heat stress index Wet bulb temperature Wind chill Air, water, & snow temperature Current wind speed Average wind speed During days that extreme weather may call for altered practice conditions, a member of the Sports Medicine staff will take appropriate measurements using the Kestrel 3500 Weather Meter. This measurement will be taken midfield of the practice site to guarantee the most accurate information. 1

2 Cold Weather Policy In addition to the following policies, it is imperative that student-athletes participating in outdoor practice/competition be appropriately dressed for the elements. If any individual is determined by the Sports Medicine or coaching staff to not be adequately dressed, he/she will be removed from practice. Wind Chill Chart The National Weather Service Wind Chill chart will be used as a reference for potential modifying conditions. The current cold weather guidelines were developed using this chart: Cold Weather Guidelines Wind-Chill Temperature Adjustment 30 F 25 F Total exposure time: maximum of 2 hours 25 F 15 F Cover all exposed skin as possible Rewarm: every 20 min for at least 10 minutes Total exposure time: maximum of 60 minutes 15 F 0 F Consider limiting or modifying activity to limit exposure Rewarm: every 15 min for at least 10 minutes Total exposure time: maximum of 30 minutes < 0 F Cancel practice 2

3 Hot Weather Policy Practice or competition in hot and/or humid environments can pose special problems for student-athletes. Heat illness, which primarily affects those participating outdoors, can also affect those participating indoors with poor air circulation. Prevention Since it is not practical to cancel or reschedule practice/competition every time the temperature is above 90 or the humidity is above 70%, prevention is the primary goal. In situations where heat illness is of concern, it is important that student-athletes wear proper moisture wicking clothing, and adequate rest periods are scheduled to allow for heat dissipation. Water breaks should be given more frequently, and water should be made available at times between breaks. Lastly, all efforts should be made to allow for acclimatization. The Sports Medicine staff will monitor weather conditions throughout the day, using, but not limited to, WeatherSentry, and a Kestrel 3500 Weather Meter. In addition, the Heat Index reading, and Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT), will be used to determine if and what changes need to be made to practice plans. Wet Bulb Globe Temperature The following chart, which was adapted from the NATA Exertional Heat Illness Position Statement, will be used to determine risk based on Wet Bulb Globe Temperature: WBGT Level of Risk Comments <65 F Low Risk low, but may still exist based on risk factors F Moderate Risk level increases as event progresses through the day F High Everyone should be aware of injury potential; individuals with added risk should not compete >82 F Extreme or Hazardous Consider rescheduling or delaying the event until conditions are safer 3

4 Heat Index The National Weather Service Heat Index Chart will be used as a reference to determine potential modifying conditions: Once the Heat Index reaches 90, changes will be considered, and may take place based on the current status of the event. At a Heat Index of 105, all events will either be delayed or cancelled. 4

5 Lightning Policy Lightning is recognized as a significant threat to the safety of student-athletes, coaches, staff members, and spectators. As such, the following policy has been developed to promote the safety of all individuals involved in athletics in an outdoor environment. Monitoring the Weather It shall be the responsibility of the Sports Medicine staff to monitor the weather report on a regular basis. This will be done using both a local weather forecast, as well as WeatherSentry. It is also monitored with the use of a portable lightning detector available in the Athletic Training Room. When thunder storms or severe weather is predicted for an area, it shall be the Sports Medicine staff s responsibility to closely monitor and alert if the situation so calls for. When to Stop Play Lightning can be judged using a Flash-to-bang ratio, where the individual counts the number of seconds between a lightning strike and the sound of thunder. A flash-to-bang ratio of 30 seconds and 45 seconds for the Softball field will signal cessation of all play outdoors. By the time a flash-to-bang ratio of 30 is obtained, all players, coaches, and spectators should have cleared the field. Consideration of proximity of the playing field to a safe structure will be used to determine when to clear fields. A safe structure is defined as any building enclosed by solid walls normally occupied or frequently used by people, which contains electrical wiring and plumbing that acts as a ground for the structure. (See Emergency Action Plan for safe structures for each playing site). During a lightning storm, avoid use of land line telephones, showers, and any water-filled apparatus (including swimming pools). Enclosed vehicles (cars, vans, etc) can be utilized as safe structures when no building is available. All windows should be closed, and occupants should avoid touching any metal surfaces in the car. Resuming Play When a storm passes an area, special caution should be used before returning to play. Although blue skies may appear overhead, lightning strikes still pose a significant threat in the first few minutes after a storm. For this reason, a time of 30 minutes must pass between the last visible lighting strike and/or sound of thunder before play can be resumed. 5

Sharyland High School. Lightning and Inclement Weather Protocol

Sharyland High School. Lightning and Inclement Weather Protocol Sharyland High School Lightning and Inclement Weather Protocol The decision to suspend a game or practice will be based on the following information systems: 1. MxVision Weather Sentry MxVision WeatherSentry

More information

EXTREME WEATHER (HOT/COLD/STORMS) POLICY

EXTREME WEATHER (HOT/COLD/STORMS) POLICY EXTREME WEATHER (HOT/COLD/STORMS) POLICY Participation in extreme weather conditions is a risk that can be avoided to ensure the safety of AU Sport members. Remember not only to take players into account

More information

Environmental Conditions

Environmental Conditions Environmental Conditions Emory Soccer Medicine Conference Courtney Gleason, MD January 6 th, 2018 Exertional heat illness (EHI) is a spectrum of conditions ranging from heat cramps and heat exhaustion

More information

Game Of4icial / Head Coach / Athletic Department Administrator. McKinney ISD uses DTN- WeatherSentry Online to monitor weather conditions.

Game Of4icial / Head Coach / Athletic Department Administrator. McKinney ISD uses DTN- WeatherSentry Online to monitor weather conditions. MISD ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT LIGHTNING POLICY Background: Lightning is the most consistent and signi4icant weather hazard that may affect interscholastic athletes. Within the United States, the National Severe

More information

Williamson County Soccer Association. Weather Policy

Williamson County Soccer Association. Weather Policy Weather Policy (Adopted August 2013; Updated July 2016) 1. Introduction This document details WCSA policy in the event inclement weather threatens the WCSA Complex during a game day or evening. This Policy

More information

Waxahachie Independent School District Lightning/Dangerous Weather Policy

Waxahachie Independent School District Lightning/Dangerous Weather Policy Waxahachie Independent School District Lightning/Dangerous Weather Policy Adopted from Texas A&M University Athletic Department Lightning Policy and Graham Independent School District Lightning Policy

More information

EXERTIONAL HEAT ILLNESS PREVENTION

EXERTIONAL HEAT ILLNESS PREVENTION EXERTIONAL HEAT ILLNESS PREVENTION MINIMIZING EXERTIONAL HEAT ILLNESS IN TRIATHLON The incidence of exertional heat stroke (EHS) varies from event to event and increases with rising ambient temperature

More information

Lamar University Intercollegiate Athletics

Lamar University Intercollegiate Athletics Lamar University Intercollegiate Athletics PHILOSOPHY The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at Lamar University believes that the safety of student-athletes and members of the coaching staff is of

More information

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS ATHLETIC TRAINING DEPARTMENT SEVERE WEATHER POLICIES

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS ATHLETIC TRAINING DEPARTMENT SEVERE WEATHER POLICIES THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS ATHLETIC TRAINING DEPARTMENT SEVERE WEATHER POLICIES 1. LIGHTNING POLICY a. Lightning is an unpredictable and dangerous occurrence. All athletic teams holding practices

More information

Information Reception: Decision Support Standards: Public Notification Plan: Protection Program: Education:

Information Reception: Decision Support Standards: Public Notification Plan: Protection Program:  Education: The National Weather Service (NWS) has implemented a voluntary recognition program to help large outdoor venues, including those on university campuses, better protect staff and patrons from the dangers

More information

Emergency Action Guidelines for NH 4-H Animal Events

Emergency Action Guidelines for NH 4-H Animal Events Emergency Action Guidelines for NH 4-H Animal Events Purpose: This plan outlines guidelines designed to help ensure NH 4-H Animal Events and Shows are prepared for emergencies and severe weather conditions.

More information

ROCKLAND UNITED SOCCER CLUB

ROCKLAND UNITED SOCCER CLUB ROCKLAND UNITED SOCCER CLUB ACCIDENT MANAGEMENT POLICY 1. Effective Date: This policy is effective 1 February 2015 2. Policy Objective The Rockland United Soccer Club is committed to creating and maintaining

More information

Hudson City School District

Hudson City School District 8136 Hudson City School District Severe Weather and Extreme Temperature Policy and Procedure Adopted by Board of Education April 7, 2014 Needham Risk Management Resource Group, LLC 2003 PAGE 1 Table of

More information

WILLIAMSBURG YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE LIGHTNING POLICY

WILLIAMSBURG YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE LIGHTNING POLICY WILLIAMSBURG YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE LIGHTNING POLICY BACKGROUND Lightning is the most consistent and significant weather hazard that may affect athletic events. Within the United States, National Oceanographic

More information

Environmental Factors and Physical Activity Thunder, Lightning, High Winds, Extreme Temperatures and Inclement Weather

Environmental Factors and Physical Activity Thunder, Lightning, High Winds, Extreme Temperatures and Inclement Weather Topic: Effective: June 2016 Cross-Reference: Review/Revision Date: June 2019 Responsibility: Environmental Factors and Physical Activity Thunder, Lightning, High Winds, Extreme Temperatures and Inclement

More information

SEVERE WEATHER GUIDELINES

SEVERE WEATHER GUIDELINES SEVERE WEATHER GUIDELINES Severe weather includes but is not limited to: heavy rain, blizzard conditions, hail, extreme cold (wind chill index below 0 degrees F), extreme heat (heat index above 100 degrees

More information

Baseball NSW Heat Policy-Management of Extreme Hot

Baseball NSW Heat Policy-Management of Extreme Hot NAME OF DOCUMENT TYPE OF DOCUMENT Baseball NSW Heat Policy-Management of Extreme Hot Policy DOCUMENT NUMBER 06 DATE OF PUBLICATION 16 May 2017 RISK RATING High LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Ambient temperature equal

More information

POLICY Policy Number Adverse Weather Conditions

POLICY Policy Number Adverse Weather Conditions POLICY Policy Number 001 - Adverse Weather Conditions Document Control Version Control Date Version Details Author 12 th Adverse Weather Conditions Policy Treveen Page Approval Delegation required for

More information

POLICY Human Resources Policy Number Adverse Weather Conditions

POLICY Human Resources Policy Number Adverse Weather Conditions POLICY Human Resources Policy Number 03-025 - Adverse Weather Conditions Document Control Version Control Date Version Details Author 10 th October 2013 1 New Netball Australia 13 th January 2014 2 New

More information

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FLYING DISC ASSOCIATION EXTREME WEATHER POLICY

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FLYING DISC ASSOCIATION EXTREME WEATHER POLICY SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FLYING DISC ASSOCIATION EXTREME WEATHER POLICY Date of last revision: 12th November 2018 Contents 1.0 Scope 2 Abbreviations 2 2.0 Hot Weather 2 3.0 Wind/Rain/Storm 3 4.0 Lightning 4 1

More information

Severe Thunderstorms

Severe Thunderstorms Severe Thunderstorms Severe Thunderstorms Explain that, while all thunderstorms are dangerous, the National Weather Service (NWS) defines a severe thunderstorm as one that: Display Slide Th-0 Produces

More information

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY MELBOURNE SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION INC. INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY Rationale The Melbourne Softball Association Inc. (the Association) recognises that there is a risk of injury, illness and in extreme cases,

More information

SEVERE WEATHER PLAN FOR SPECIAL EVENTS or VENUES. Plan/Event Information for:

SEVERE WEATHER PLAN FOR SPECIAL EVENTS or VENUES. Plan/Event Information for: SEVERE WEATHER PLAN FOR SPECIAL EVENTS or VENUES Plan/Event Information for: Dates of Event/Site (Enter On-going for a plan) CONTACT INFORMATION: Name: Phone: Email: I. GENERAL A. This severe weather plan

More information

Directions from AUM Athletics Complex to Baptist East Hospital. Take Senators Dr. towards AUM Dr. Turn left onto AUM Dr. Head west on Aum Dr

Directions from AUM Athletics Complex to Baptist East Hospital. Take Senators Dr. towards AUM Dr. Turn left onto AUM Dr. Head west on Aum Dr Directions from AUM Athletics Complex to Baptist East Hospital Turn left onto AUM Dr. Head west on Aum Dr At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Brown Springs Rd Turn right onto Winton Blount Blvd

More information

Extreme Weather Guidelines

Extreme Weather Guidelines Board Endorsed: Thursday 18 th September 2014 Important Disclaimer The information contained in this guide is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice from your doctor or health professional.

More information

INSTRUCTION Participation Guidelines for Outdoor Activities Guidelines for Excessive Heat

INSTRUCTION Participation Guidelines for Outdoor Activities Guidelines for Excessive Heat Notice 648-1-30 To: Principals, Athletic Directors, Athletic Coordinators, Health and PE Teachers, and Coaches Approved By: Rita Everett Goss, Associate Superintendent for Student Learning and Accountability

More information

Lightning Safety. MANSCEN Safety Office (573)

Lightning Safety. MANSCEN Safety Office (573) Lightning Safety MANSCEN Safety Office (573) 596-0116 Lightning Facts 2 nd Leading Cause of Weather Deaths in the United States Kills ~ 100 / Year Kills ~ 10% of those Struck Lightning Facts Survivors

More information

Safety Issue: Types of weather emergencies and natural. Weather Emergencies

Safety Issue: Types of weather emergencies and natural. Weather Emergencies Overview Safety Issue: Rapid and effective response to weather emergencies and other natural disasters whether during or after work hours takes forethought and careful planning. Types of weather emergencies

More information

Standard Operating Procedure

Standard Operating Procedure Standard Operating Procedure Procedure: Emergency Weather Plan - Events Department/Division: Section: Date Originated: Culture & Recreation April 30, 2013 Approval: Approval: Date Revised: Reference: HUR130-016

More information

While all thunderstorms are dangerous, the National Weather Service (NWS) defines a severe thunderstorm as one that:

While all thunderstorms are dangerous, the National Weather Service (NWS) defines a severe thunderstorm as one that: While all thunderstorms are dangerous, the National Weather Service (NWS) defines a severe thunderstorm as one that: Produces hail at least three-quarters of an inch in diameter. Has winds of 58 miles

More information

LIGHTNING SAFETY #24 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY EDUCATION PROGRAM

LIGHTNING SAFETY #24 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY EDUCATION PROGRAM CONSTRUCTION SAFETY EDUCATION PROGRAM #24 LIGHTNING SAFETY This education program provides general information on Lightning Safety. It is intended to give contractors and workers practical information

More information

National Weather Service Morristown, Tennessee Lightning and Weather - What Every Trail Rider Needs to Know to Protect Themselves

National Weather Service Morristown, Tennessee Lightning and Weather - What Every Trail Rider Needs to Know to Protect Themselves National Weather Service Morristown, Tennessee Lightning and Weather - What Every Trail Rider Needs to Know to Protect Themselves by David Gaffin Senior Forecaster Lightning Nature s Awesome Power Lightning

More information

Lightning Safety. Ohio South 2016 Entry Referee Training

Lightning Safety. Ohio South 2016 Entry Referee Training Lightning Safety Ohio South 2016 Entry Referee Training OSSRC Lightning Policy If any of the 3 things below happens, the referee should immediately suspend the game. 1) If thunder is heard 2) If lightning

More information

SUMMARY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS SEVERE WEATHER POLICY

SUMMARY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS SEVERE WEATHER POLICY Name of Policy Department of Athletics Severe Weather Policy and Guidelines Policy Number 00068403 Date Last Reviewed December 11, 2015 Date of Next Review December 2017 Responsible for Review Executive

More information

Appendix F-1 Sample Lightning Preparedness Guide

Appendix F-1 Sample Lightning Preparedness Guide Appendix F-1 Sample Lightning Preparedness Guide Lightning is the occurrence of a natural electric discharge of very short duration and high voltage between a cloud and the ground or within a cloud, accompanied

More information

STATE OF WISCONSIN/ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS WISCONSIN EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 2400 WRIGHT STREET P.O. BOX 7865 MADISON, WISCONSIN 53707-7865 608-242-3232 February 22, 2007 Re: Tornado and Severe Weather

More information

SOFTBALL QUEENSLAND INC

SOFTBALL QUEENSLAND INC SOFTBALL QUEENSLAND INC WEATHER GUIDELINES 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TOPIC PAGE NO. 1 Introduction 3 2 Extreme Weather 3 3 UV Exposure and Heat Illness 3 4 Hail 5 5 Lightning 6 6 Cold Weather 7 7 Checklist

More information

LIGHTNING. If you can see it, take cover

LIGHTNING. If you can see it, take cover LIGHTNING If you can see it, take cover WHAT IS LIGHTNING? Lightning is a discharge of electricity produced by a thunderstorm Lightning is a powerful burst of electricity that happens very quickly during

More information

ESA LIGHTNING SAFETY PROTOCOL

ESA LIGHTNING SAFETY PROTOCOL ESA LIGHTNING SAFETY PROTOCOL Effective Date: 24 th March 2014 1. INTRODUCTION Equestrian SA (ESA) is the controlling body in South Australia for the State Equestrian Sporting Disciplines Carriage Driving,

More information

USA TRIATHLON RACE CONTINGENCY PLAN Version 2 3/6/2006

USA TRIATHLON RACE CONTINGENCY PLAN Version 2 3/6/2006 USA TRIATHLON RACE CONTINGENCY PLAN Version 2 3/6/2006 This contingency plan is a guide, giving Race Directors resources available to help them follow the USAT Sanction guidelines for a possibility of

More information

Northgate School District Closing and Delay Information

Northgate School District Closing and Delay Information Northgate School District Closing and Delay Information Due to the climate of our region, winter weather often creates challenges. The goal of the Northgate School District will always be to operate on

More information

Complete Weather Intelligence for Public Safety from DTN

Complete Weather Intelligence for Public Safety from DTN Complete Weather Intelligence for Public Safety from DTN September 2017 White Paper www.dtn.com / 1.800.610.0777 From flooding to tornados to severe winter storms, the threats to public safety from weather-related

More information

General. High Winds. High winds are a common hazard in the UAE.

General. High Winds. High winds are a common hazard in the UAE. General guidance for employers and workers in inclement weather conditions Date: March 2017 OSHAD 2017 This document is and shall remain the property of OSHAD. The document may only be used for the purposes

More information

SACCSS Safety Policy

SACCSS Safety Policy SACCSS Safety Policy SACCSS acknowledges the responsibility it has to its member schools and the students that attend these schools to provide a safe sport competition that minimises the risks involved

More information

CONTACT SAFETY PROGRAM MAY 2006

CONTACT SAFETY PROGRAM MAY 2006 State of Nevada Mine Safety and Training Section Phone: 775-684-7085 Fax: 775-687-8259 Email: mines@dbi.state.nv.us Web: www.dirweb.state.nv.us/msts.htm CONTACT SAFETY PROGRAM MAY 2006 Lightning causes

More information

Severe Weather Hazards Are Real

Severe Weather Hazards Are Real Severe Weather Hazards Are Real In the past 10 years, more than 40 people have died and dozens more injured as a result of weatherrelated events in Minnesota (not including motor vehicles.) The top severe

More information

SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURE

SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURE SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURE SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURE ALGORITHM Staff Member becomes aware of Severe Weather Assess Threat Imminent Tornado Strike NO Notify Supervisor

More information

University of Oklahoma Emergency Response Plan for INSERT EVENT NAME HERE.

University of Oklahoma Emergency Response Plan for INSERT EVENT NAME HERE. University of Oklahoma Emergency Response Plan for INSERT EVENT NAME HERE. Time/Date of Event: INSERT BOTH START & END TIME/DATE HERE. Location of Event: LIST ALL LOCATIONS HERE OF EVENT, INCLUDING ADDRESS.

More information

Thor Guard Data Reference Guide SUPPORT DOCUMENT

Thor Guard Data Reference Guide SUPPORT DOCUMENT 1 THOR GUARD DATA REFERENCE GUIDE Background: A THOR GUARD Lightning Prediction System looks at the electrostatic charge of the atmosphere to determine when conditions are favorable for lightning to occur.

More information

NSYSA POLICY ON SEVERE WEATHER Ref: USSF Referee Position Paper, Dealing With Severe Weather.

NSYSA POLICY ON SEVERE WEATHER Ref: USSF Referee Position Paper, Dealing With Severe Weather. NSYSA POLICY ON SEVERE WEATHER Ref: USSF Referee Position Paper, Dealing With Severe Weather. Nothing is more important than the safety of the players! Soccer games can always be resumed or replayed. Although

More information

Weather in Saskatchewan. John Paul Cragg Warning Preparedness Meteorologist Environment and Climate Change Canada

Weather in Saskatchewan. John Paul Cragg Warning Preparedness Meteorologist Environment and Climate Change Canada Weather in Saskatchewan John Paul Cragg Warning Preparedness Meteorologist Environment and Climate Change Canada The Climate of Saskatchewan -35 Average January Low Temperature -30-25 -20-15 -10-5 0 5

More information

Tornado Drill Exercise Plan (EXPLAN)

Tornado Drill Exercise Plan (EXPLAN) Tornado Drill Exercise Plan (EXPLAN) As part of the National Weather Service s (NWS) Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana Purdue University March 19, 2019 As of Feb 19, 2019 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction...

More information

Inclement Weather and Emergency Procedures

Inclement Weather and Emergency Procedures Summer Creek Middle School Inclement Weather and Emergency Procedures This handbook is to provide coaches and administrators with an Emergency Action Plan should EMS be activated for emergency situations

More information

Lightning Safety On-Line Presentation- Ohio South 2013 Intermediate Referee Recertification Training

Lightning Safety On-Line Presentation- Ohio South 2013 Intermediate Referee Recertification Training Lightning Safety On-Line Presentation- Ohio South 2013 Intermediate Referee Recertification Training OSSRC Lightning Policy If any of the 3 circumstances outlined below occurs, the referee should immediately

More information

1. Staff members should be cognizant of the emergency procedures that relate to:

1. Staff members should be cognizant of the emergency procedures that relate to: EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Emergency Procedures 1. Staff members should be cognizant of the emergency procedures that relate to: a. Prevention of Assaults b. Holding and Dispersing Students in Individual School

More information

WHO TO CALL. NON-EMERGENCY NUMBERS Campus Public Safety 5555 Off-Campus & Cell Phones Environmental Health & Safety

WHO TO CALL. NON-EMERGENCY NUMBERS Campus Public Safety 5555 Off-Campus & Cell Phones Environmental Health & Safety PROCEDURES WHO TO CALL EMERGENCY NUMBERS Campus Public Safety 911 Medical Emergency 911 EMS/Fire Department 911 Hazardous Material Incidents 911 Environmental Health & Safety 248-467-4477 NON-EMERGENCY

More information

Weather. Weather Patterns

Weather. Weather Patterns Weather Weather Patterns What do you think? Read the two statements below and decide whether you agree or disagree with them. Place an A in the Before column if you agree with the statement or a D if you

More information

Weather Emergency Procedures

Weather Emergency Procedures City School District of Albany Weather Emergency Procedures Procedures for Weather-Related School Closing, Delayed Opening, and Early Release Revised February 2, 2015 Dr. Marguerite Vanden Wyngaard Superintendent

More information

Annex B Natural No-Notice Event

Annex B Natural No-Notice Event Annex B Natural No-Notice Event Version: 1.0 Effective: 10/01/2015 Revision Date: 10/01/2015 Approved By: John Pitcher Purpose The purpose of Natural No-Notice Event Annex is to ensure the safety of BHCC

More information

SEVERE WEATHER PROCEDURES & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST REVISED 3/6/2017

SEVERE WEATHER PROCEDURES & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST REVISED 3/6/2017 SEVERE WEATHER PROCEDURES & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST REVISED 3/6/2017 The weather is monitored on a daily basis by Campus Operations, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), and ECU Police Department

More information

MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT AnchorRIDES TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM

MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT AnchorRIDES TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM Purpose: The Public Transportation Department and contracted provider will provide safe transportation for AnchorRIDES customers and employees during severe weather or emergency conditions. AnchorRIDES

More information

MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT AnchorRIDES PARATRANSIT SYSTEM

MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT AnchorRIDES PARATRANSIT SYSTEM Purpose: The Public Transportation Department (PTD) and AnchorRIDES paratransit contractor will provide transportation in as safe a manner as effectively possible. Paratransit vehicles primarily operate

More information

INTERNATIONAL LIFE SAVING FEDERATION LIFESAVING POSITION STATEMENT - LPS 16 LIGHTNING

INTERNATIONAL LIFE SAVING FEDERATION LIFESAVING POSITION STATEMENT - LPS 16 LIGHTNING World Water Safety INTERNATIONAL LIFE SAVING FEDERATION Gemeenteplein 26 3010 Leuven Belgium Tel: +32 16 89 60 60 E-mail: ils.hq@telenet.be - Web: www.ilsf.org LIFESAVING POSITION STATEMENT - LPS 16 BACKGROUND

More information

Principles and Applications of Building Science Dr. E Rajasekar Department of Civil Engineering Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

Principles and Applications of Building Science Dr. E Rajasekar Department of Civil Engineering Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee Principles and Applications of Building Science Dr. E Rajasekar Department of Civil Engineering Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee Lecture - 04 Thermal Comfort in Built Environment 2 In previous module,

More information

Actions SLT Staff Students, Parents/Carers Ensure all. with caution in all. gritted.

Actions SLT Staff Students, Parents/Carers Ensure all. with caution in all. gritted. CODE 1 BASED ON WETAHER FORECAST TEMPERATURES BELOW -3 / LIGHT SNOW OR FREEZING RAIN FORECAST PAVOL TO CALL PAUL AT 07.00 AND BRIEF ON STATUS OF SITE. NO ACTION IF SITE ACCESSIBLE AND SAFE. Code 1 conditions

More information

Lightning Safety for Fairs

Lightning Safety for Fairs Lightning Safety for Fairs St. Augustine, FL, Thursday, May 12 th, 2016 Shocking Statistics Motivation Recognition Programs Safety Plan Toolkit Recognition WRN Ambassador Program Lightning delay at Williams-Brice

More information

Wind Events. Flooding Events. T-Storm Events. Awareness Alerts / Potential Alerts / Action Alerts / Immediate Action Alerts / Emergency Alerts.

Wind Events. Flooding Events. T-Storm Events. Awareness Alerts / Potential Alerts / Action Alerts / Immediate Action Alerts / Emergency Alerts. Information Updated: February of 2016 Our Alert Terms Definitions * Use exactly as seen below * Wind Events Awareness Alert - Strong Winds Potential Alert - Damaging Winds ACTION Alert - Damaging Winds

More information

Jim Witt Long Range Calendar

Jim Witt Long Range Calendar Jim Witt Long Range Calendar 2012-2013 November 2012 Toll Free 1-0-287-03 Studio Line (207) 9- Generally 20 40 50 60 70 0 Generally Cloudy, Cool Change Of Rain Or Wet Snow (Heavy) Changing To Rain 1 120

More information

Chancellor s Memorandum CM-64 Tornado Policy

Chancellor s Memorandum CM-64 Tornado Policy Chancellor s Memorandum CM-64 Tornado Policy To: Vice Chancellors, Deans, Administrative Staff, and Department Heads. From: LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans Chancellor July 11, 2017 Revised on September

More information

Approaching Thunderstorm/Lightening. Severe Storm, Windstorm or Tornado

Approaching Thunderstorm/Lightening. Severe Storm, Windstorm or Tornado Emergency/Crisis Management Plan Lake Cumberland 4-H Educational Center Through communication with local Emergency Management Directors, the potential major hazards that may need to be managed for at the

More information

Policy and Procedure for Emergency Planning

Policy and Procedure for Emergency Planning Viera Children s Academy 3395 Viera Boulevard Viera, Florida 32940 (321) 4332330 (321) 4332331 fax Policy and Procedure for Emergency Planning Director Signature Date Purpose: To ensure that in the event

More information

Tornadoes Module 2. - Tornado Watch -

Tornadoes Module 2. - Tornado Watch - 1 2 - Tornado Watch - Issued by the National Weather Service when tornadoes are possible in an area Remain alert for approaching storms Remind family/employees of location of safest places Listen to the

More information

ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION POLICY

ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION POLICY ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION POLICY Transportation Storm EBCD/P The School Division is responsible for the safe transportation of students on school buses. The Division shall exercise due care and caution

More information

BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE

BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 91-203 GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE Supplement 3 MAY 2013 Incorporating Through Change 2, 15 July 2015 Certified Current 23 March

More information

Guided Notes Weather. Part 2: Meteorology Air Masses Fronts Weather Maps Storms Storm Preparation

Guided Notes Weather. Part 2: Meteorology Air Masses Fronts Weather Maps Storms Storm Preparation Guided Notes Weather Part 2: Meteorology Air Masses Fronts Weather Maps Storms Storm Preparation The map below shows North America and its surrounding bodies of water. Country borders are shown. On the

More information

Mark Fox Meteorologist NWS Fort Worth, TX

Mark Fox Meteorologist NWS Fort Worth, TX Mark Fox Meteorologist NWS Fort Worth, TX Mark Fox Meteorologist NWS Fort Worth, TX What does severe really mean? Heavy Rain? Hail? Flooding? Wind? Lightning? What does severe really mean? Photo: Mike

More information

Page 1 of 11. Westman Dressage s Emergency Action Plan 2018

Page 1 of 11. Westman Dressage s Emergency Action Plan 2018 Page 1 of 11 Westman Dressage s Emergency Action Plan 2018 Page 2 of 11 Table of Contents Page # 1. The Emergency Team 3 2. Emergency Action Plan: Severe weather 4 3. Emergency Action Plan: Severe weather

More information

Lightning Safety. Ohio South Intermediate Referee Recertification Training

Lightning Safety. Ohio South Intermediate Referee Recertification Training Lightning Safety Ohio South 2018-19 Intermediate Referee Recertification Training OSYSA Lightning Policy If any of the circumstances outlined below occurs, the referee should immediately suspend the game.

More information

IN VEHICLES: Do not try to outrun a tornado. Abandon your vehicle and hide in a nearby ditch or depression and cover your head.

IN VEHICLES: Do not try to outrun a tornado. Abandon your vehicle and hide in a nearby ditch or depression and cover your head. TORNADO SAFETY TORNADO! The very word strikes fear in many people. While a tornado is perhaps nature's most destructive storm, deaths and injuries can be prevented. By following Tornado Safety Rules, lives

More information

Guidelines for School Closure Due to Adverse Weather or Other Conditions

Guidelines for School Closure Due to Adverse Weather or Other Conditions Guidelines for School Closure Due to Adverse Weather or Other Conditions Hong Kong weather can be extreme and often unpredictable necessitating the need to modify our schedules on occasion. As always,

More information

BROWARD COLLEGE COMMUNITY & INCIDENT COMMAND TEAMS

BROWARD COLLEGE COMMUNITY & INCIDENT COMMAND TEAMS BROWARD COLLEGE COMMUNITY & INCIDENT COMMAND TEAMS Types of Severe Weather Communications about Severe Weather Preparedness Actions Initial Response Actions Community & Incident Command Teams Severe Thunderstorms

More information

Traffic Control Weather Policy

Traffic Control Weather Policy Traffic Control Policy can plan a huge factor in our ability to set up, maintain and remove a closure safely. There are many weather factors that require consideration when traffic control is to be in

More information

Lightning Realizing the Danger. ABOVE ALL Lightning is UNPREDICTABLE!!! Can Strike 15+ Miles Away from Thunderstorm

Lightning Realizing the Danger. ABOVE ALL Lightning is UNPREDICTABLE!!! Can Strike 15+ Miles Away from Thunderstorm Lightning Safety Lightning Realizing the Danger ABOVE ALL Lightning is UNPREDICTABLE!!! Can Strike 15+ Miles Away from Thunderstorm X Lightning Realizing the Danger Lightning Deaths So Far This Year Lightning

More information

Keeping healthy when it is really hot

Keeping healthy when it is really hot Heatwave Plan for England Keeping healthy when it is really hot Easy Read version of: The Heatwave Plan for England: To protect the health of people from the effects of hot weather What is in this plan

More information

GUIDELINES FOR SCHOOL DELAYS AND CLOSINGS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

GUIDELINES FOR SCHOOL DELAYS AND CLOSINGS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER Dear Parents, Patrons and Staff: This communication is meant to aid you in your daily decisions to send your children to school. As the school, we check road and weather conditions many times during a

More information

Castor Our Lady of the Rosary Hospital SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

Castor Our Lady of the Rosary Hospital SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN Castor Our Lady of the Rosary SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN ALGORITHM Staff Member becomes aware of Severe Weather Assess Threat Imminent Tornado Strike

More information

2013 Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Drill

2013 Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Drill 2013 Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Drill Scheduled for Thursday April 18, 2013 The 2013 Tornado Drill will consist of a mock tornado watch and a mock tornado warning for all of Wisconsin. This is

More information

Alignments of Master of Disaster (MoD) Lessons for Grades K-2 with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) X X X X X X X X X X

Alignments of Master of Disaster (MoD) Lessons for Grades K-2 with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) X X X X X X X X X X Alignments of Master of Disaster (MoD) Lessons for Grades K-2 with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Relevant Next Generation Science Standards Performance Expectations* MoD Lesson Purpose K-PS2-1

More information

Risk Assessment and Management System (RAMS)

Risk Assessment and Management System (RAMS) Risk Assessment and Management System (RAMS) The purpose of the RAMS is; To identify possible hazards To identify measures that will prevent, minimise or isolate those hazards In the event of harm, identify

More information

National Maritime Center

National Maritime Center National Maritime Center Providing Credentials to Mariners (Sample Examination) Page 1 of 5 Choose the best answer to the following Multiple Choice Questions. 1. Fog is formed when which condition exists?

More information

SkyScan EWS-PRO - Manual -

SkyScan EWS-PRO - Manual - INTRODUCTION SkyScan EWS-PRO - Manual - EWS-Pro gives you advance weather warning technology you can use at home, indoors or out, and take wherever you go, for any kind of outdoor activity. Your EWS-Pro

More information

Severe Weather Shelters

Severe Weather Shelters Severe Weather Shelters When tornadoes and other severe weather affect your area, it is incredibly important that you know where a good shelter is. In general these are some characteristics of a GOOD tornado/severe

More information

Flint Adverse Weather Policy

Flint Adverse Weather Policy Flint Adverse Weather Policy Author: Ann Bryant Page 1 of 8 Table of Contents: 1. INTRODUCTION... 3 2. DOCUMENT HISTORY... 3 3. REFERENCES... 3 4. SCOPE... 3 5. ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS... 4 5.1 PPE...

More information

TORNADOES. DISPLAY VISUAL A Tornado Is... Tornadoes can: Rip trees apart. Destroy buildings. Uproot structures and objects.

TORNADOES. DISPLAY VISUAL A Tornado Is... Tornadoes can: Rip trees apart. Destroy buildings. Uproot structures and objects. TORNADOES Introduce tornadoes by explaining what a tornado is. DISPLAY VISUAL A Tornado Is... A powerful, circular windstorm that may be accompanied by winds in excess of 250 miles per hour. Tell the participants

More information

Thunderstorms, Lightning & Tornadoes

Thunderstorms, Lightning & Tornadoes Thunderstorms, Lightning & Tornadoes Extreme winds, hail, flooding rains, lightning, and surge hazards require mitigation and emergency planning Original Issue: July 2009 Subscribe to Preparedness Bulletins

More information

Opening. Monster Guard. Teacher s Guide

Opening. Monster Guard. Teacher s Guide Teacher s Guide PLEASE NOTE: Students must complete the Initiation section of the Monster Guard app before they begin this activity, in order to gain access to the Thunderstorm & Lightning training mission.

More information

Tornadoes. Tornadoes COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM TORNADOES

Tornadoes. Tornadoes COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM TORNADOES Tornadoes Tornadoes Tell the participants that tornadoes are powerful, circular windstorms that may be accompanied by winds in excess of 200 miles per hour. Tornadoes typically develop during severe thunderstorms

More information

Hazardous Weather and Flooding Preparedness. Hazardous Weather and Flooding Preparedness

Hazardous Weather and Flooding Preparedness. Hazardous Weather and Flooding Preparedness Hazardous Weather and Flooding Preparedness 1 A Cooperative Effort 2 Administrative Information Emergency exits and procedures Location of restrooms Mobile devices Procedure for questions Course materials

More information

Town of Oconomowoc Snow & Ice Control Policy

Town of Oconomowoc Snow & Ice Control Policy Town of Oconomowoc Snow & Ice Control Policy Introduction The purpose of this policy is to provide a detailed overview of the Town s snow & ice control operations including its goals and objectives. All

More information