Be Prepared.

Byline: Harry Nolan

Preventing disasters is a top priority for safety professionals at schools and universities, but it is equally important to have a well-developed evacuation plan that can be put into action at a moment's notice. The planning must take into account all conceivable disasters, including acts of terrorism, gas leaks, chemical spills, collapses, explosions, bomb threats, tornadoes and even acts of violence.

A college or university is like a small city - or a collection of small cities - with libraries, theaters, classrooms, offices, residences, swimming ...