Safety and Security Services provides 24/7 emergency support, first aid response and helps to guide emergency responders to the right location on campus.
Safety and Security Services: 867 334 6042 or 222 from a YukonU phone
If you are unsure if it is an emergency, always err on the side of caution.
Call 911 in emergencies | (9-911 from a YukonU phone)
Emergency Situations
Please immediately call 911 if you witness an emergency situation on campus (eg. serious injury, fire, active threat, gas leak). If you are using an on-campus classroom or office phone, dial 9 and then 911. When calling 911 in an emergency situation the following information will be necessary:
Your name
Building location
Physical location
Nature of emergency
Persons affected
Campus Emergency Procedures
Non-Emergency Situations
By Phone- Call 867-334-6042
In Person- Visit us in Room XXX on the First-Floor C Wing
YukonU App- Call Safety and Security Services with the touch of a button
Email Us- safetyandsecurityservices@yukonu.ca
Occupational Incidents
An Occupational Incident is an incident that involves staff, students, and contractors on campus.
All occupational incidents must be reported to Safety and Security Services at 867-334-6042.
Occupational incidents include the following:
Accidents
Field Trip Accidents
Bullying/Workplace Harrassment
Every employee must be aware of reporting procedures.
Hazards in your department
This applies to non-emergency situations (e.g. blocked emergency evacuation routes, workstation ergonomics, indoor air quality issues, etc.)
Report all hazards to your supervisor who is responsible for investigating and initiating appropriate action.
If your supervisor fails to address your perceived hazard, contact your local OH & Security Officer.
Hazards in public spaces
This applies in situations outside of a department (e.g. in a hallway, classroom, lecture theatre, cafeteria, stairwell, access routes, outdoor areas) and includes circumstances such as broken steps, damaged seats, protruding branches, poor lighting, damaged railings, etc.
Infrastructure Department is Linked to this Work request.
Not sure who to contact?
Contact OH & Security Officer
- In an immediate threat to safety, call 911.
- Practice awareness of your surroundings. Know your exits in advance and who else is in your general area.
- Know who to call/contact in an emergency.
- Project an assertive image.
- Do not prop open locked doors.
- Keep your interaction with strangers to a minimum.
- Have your keys (car or dorm) ready so you are not delayed getting into your car or residence.
- Trust your instincts. If you believe you are being followed, go immediately to a public place and call emergency personnel.
- Avoid isolated areas.
- Ensure someone knows your whereabouts and when you expect to return.
- Always get consent before engaging in any sexual activity with someone. Consent is a freely given and enthusiastic “yes!” Never assume consent if it is not given. If you are unsure, ask.
- Check the safety mirrors. Safety mirrors are installed so that you can see around blind corners.
Please immediately call 911 if you witness an emergency situation on campus (eg. fire, violence, first aid, flood). If you are using an on-campus classroom or office phone, dial 9 and then 911. When calling 911 in an emergency situation the following information will be necessary:
- your name
- building location
- physical location
- nature of emergency
- persons affected
Also notify Safety and Security Services (334 6042, or speed dial 222 from your office/classroom phone or via the YukonU app) and your instructor/direct supervisor as quickly as possible.
If you believe you are in a dangerous situation:
- Attempt to diffuse the situation (remain calm, speak clearly in an even tone).
- Make all attempts to leave the area.
- Activate any alarms at your disposal (including a personal ‘screamer’ device), yell, scream, make noise.
- Prepare to defend yourself with whatever might be available.
Evacuation
In the event of a fire alarm or evacuation order:
- Vacate the building immediately, using the nearest exit, following instructions provided by the Campus Fire Wardens or representative. They are identified by an orange hat and reflective vest.
- Do not re-enter the building until your Fire Warden or Emergency Responder advises you to do so.
- Initiate evacuation by pulling the nearest fire alarm.
Exit maps are posted in each classroom and gathering area. Become familiar with these to determine your exit route.
Alarms
The fire alarm is indicated by a series of three buzzes.
The purpose of this Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is to provide processes and procedures that will reduce the risk to safety for Yukon University employees, students and visitors when faced with an emergency situation.
- Quickly connect to University safety and security officers.
- Report suspicious behaviour or wildlife activity.
- Use your device as a flashlight or panic alarm.
- Access emergency response plans.
- Book a counselling appointment.
- Access the University’s online learning management system.
The YukonU app can be found on app stores for Apple and Android mobile devices by searching for “Yukon University”. Please be sure to enable notifications in order to allow emergency notifications to reach you.
