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Faculty & Staff Resources

The U-M community is best served by faculty and staff who are prepared to respond in the event of an emergency. That is why the Division of Public Safety and Security has developed the following resources to help faculty and staff achieve the goal of preparedness.

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Emergency Preparedness Support Options

  • Building Incident Response

    Many buildings on campus have identified a Building Incident Response Team (BIRT) to help streamline communication between first responders and building personnel in an emergency. Customized BIRT training is provided based on each building.

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  • Building Emergency Action Plan (BEAP)

    A BEAP provides the framework for departments to customize building- and department-specific details (e.g., occupant needs, spaces, operations) to support the safety of building occupants.

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  • Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)

    The COOP is a framework that describes how your unit will sustain its ability to perform functions during and after a disruption in operations.

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  • Emergency Posters & Signs

    DPSS provides emergency posters & signs for campus buildings.

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