Emergency Management

Emergencies can occur with little to no warning and may be natural or man-made. Some types of emergencies include power outages, tornadoes, fires, chemical spills, and active shooters. Having an emergency plan helps reduce negative effects, increases safety, and promotes proactive planning of future disasters. But just having a plan may not be enough, we need to also be trained and have the knowledge to execute those plans.

Schofield Hall — Emergency Operations Plan

To review UWEC's plan, click Emergency Operations Plan (Feb 2023)

Emergency Management Training

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers “no cost” trainings, providing an overview and introduction to Incident Command Systems (ICS) and emergency management best practices.

Learn more here.

Sunset colors behind the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire arch. — Emergency Procedures Guide

Click below for a guide that provides UW-Eau Claire campus with a quick reference to prepare and respond to emergencies.

Emergency Procedures Guide

Disaster Preparedness

To raise awareness about the importance of being prepared and equipped for a disaster, please see the ideas below. Some simple steps that you can do at home to help feel more prepared for a possible disaster.

Make a Plan - Talk to your friends and family about how you will communicate before, during, and after a disaster. Make sure to keep your plan updated (include relevant Health Department recommendations).
Build a Kit - Gather supplies that will last for several days after a disaster for everyone living in your home. Don't forget to consider the unique needs each person or pet may have in case you have to evacuate quickly. Update your kits and supplies as needed.
Low-Cost, No-Cost Preparedness - Limit the impacts the disasters have on you and your family. Know the risk of disasters in your area and check your insurance coverage. Learn how to make your home stronger in the face of storms and other common hazards and act fast if you receive a local warning or alert.
Teach Youth About Preparedness - Talk to your kids about preparing for emergencies and what to do in case you are separated. Reassure them by providing information about how they can get involved.

("Safety Net(work) - DOA/BSRM - Sept 2021")

Emergency Safety Maps

Emergency Safety Evacuation Maps provide a standardized appearance throughout campus and related buildings of UW-Eau Claire/Barron County. These maps identify the locations of fire alarm pull stations, AEDs, tornado shelters, fire extinguishers and evacuation routes.

Emergency Operations Plan

Emergency Management Training

Emergency Procedures Guide

Academic Buildings

Barron County

Brewer, Campus School, and Zorn

Children's Nature Academy

Davies Center

Facilities

Hilltop Center

Housing & Residence Life

McIntyre Library

McPhee Ade Olson

McPhee Physical Education Center

Vicki Lord Larson

Welcome Center

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