W. Va. Code R. § 133-54-3

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 133-54-3 - Guidelines

3.1. The following will guide the further development and coordination of emergency preparedness and response, and establishment of a COOP associated with natural and violent incidents on-campus:

3.1.a. All institutions are required to report any major emergency to the Chancellor or the Executive Vice Chancellor for Administration within a reasonable time from the initiation of the incident, and/or when it is safe and practicable to do so.

3.1.b. All institutions are required to have an emergency plan in place that addresses, but it is not limited to, the following: natural disasters, such as earthquakes, flooding, or tornados; violent acts, such as active shooters and hostage situations; and health related emergencies, such as the outbreak of an infectious disease. Additionally, all institutions are required to have a COOP in place that addresses the performance of essential functions during all-hazards emergencies or other situations that may disrupt normal operations. A public version of the emergency plan is to be made available on the institution's website; this version would not contain sensitive information that could be used to cause harm.

3.1.c. All institutions are required to annually review their emergency plans and COOP.

3.1.d. Faculty, staff, and students should be offered training concerning emergency procedures, especially how to react to violent acts on-campus.

3.1.e. All institutions are required to hold at least one campus-wide emergency drill each year. The simulation should be inclusive of faculty, staff, students, and members of the state and local emergency response community.

3.1.f. All institutions are required to develop and maintain a threat assessment committee/team. The purpose of this committee is to meet on a regular basis to discuss potential human and physical threats to the campus community.Additionally, this team should address issues associated with the COOP, including but not limited to essential functions, orders of succession, delegates of authority, continuity of facilities and communications, vital records management, and human capital. A threat assessment committee should consist of, but is not limited to, campus leadership who direct academic affairs, campus safety and security, student conduct, student health, and facilities.

3.1.g. The Commission will actively provide training and resources associated with emergency planning and response and Continuation of Operations (COOP) best practices as requested.

W. Va. Code R. § 133-54-3