Resources
RCCD DOCUMENTS for STUDENT, STAFF and FACULTY
RCCD Instructions to Register for ALERT-U
Alert-U is an opt-in free emergency alert system administered by Riverside Community College District. This document provides instructions on how to register for the Alert-U system.
RCCD Emergency Kits Cheat Sheet
It is imperative that students, staff and faculty have emergency kits to sustain themselves and their families during a disaster. This document provides a list of items to be placed in emergency kits for your home, car and workspace.
RCCD Guidelines for Emergency Protocol Announcements (First Day of Class)
This document created for RCCD faculty provides information to discuss with students on the first day of class regarding RCCD’s emergency protocols.
RCCD Lockdown Protocol
Revised from the Southern California Regional Safe Schools Lockdown Protocols, this document provides information for staff and faculty on how to respond during an Active Shooter incident.
RCCD Instructions for taking On-Line SEMS, NIMS & ICS Course
This document provides instructions on accessing and taking the Standardized Emergency Management System, National Incident Management System and Incident Command System course that is mandatory for all public employees. The course was created by the Riverside County Office or Emergency Services/Fire Department. The goal of this combined course is to provide the participant, with a basic understanding of Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS), Incident Command System (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS), common terms associated with these systems and a basic understanding of where you will likely fit into SEMS, and what is required to work within and support a SEMS response.
EMERGENCY SUPPLY KITS
Home Emergency Supplies
Riverside County Fire Department Office of Emergency Services developed this Home Emergency Supply list and procedures to assist individuals and families develop useable kits. The document also includes tips on storing water and food for long periods of time.
DISASTER RESISTANT CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES DOCUMENTS
Disaster Resistant California Community Colleges - Training Matrix
Developed by the Disaster Resistant California Community Colleges Taskforce, this matrix outlines the SEMS, NIMS and ICS Training requirements for College staff and faculty.
Disaster Resistant California Community Colleges - Training Matrix Appendix
This appendix accompanies the Training Matrix developed by the California Community Colleges Taskforce.
EMERGENCY AND DISASTER INFORMATION
ALL EMERGENCIES/DISASTERS
Building a Disaster-Resistant University
"Building A Disaster-Resistant University" is both a how-to guide and a distillation of the experiences of six universities and colleges that have been working to become more disaster-resistant. This guide provides basic information designed for institutions just getting started, as well as concrete ideas, suggestions, and practical experiences for institutions that have already begun to take steps to becoming more disaster-resistant.
EARTHQUAKES
Advice for People with Disabilities – How to Protect Yourself During an Earthquake
Developed by the California Emergency Management Agency (CalEMA), this document provides tips for individuals with special needs on protecting themselves during an earthquake.
27 Things to Help You Survive an Earthquake
Developed by the American Red Cross, this document provides basic information on what today during and after an earthquake, in addition to other helpful tips.
FIRE SAFETY
Defensible Space: Make Your Home Fire Safe
Developed by CALFIRE, this document provides information on how to create a defensible space of 100 feet around your house as required by law in order to protect your home while providing a safe workspace for firefighters.
Equipment Use Safety: Are you doing the right thing, the wrong way?
Developed by CALFIRE, this document reviews correct practices for operating everyday equipment, such as lawnmowers, correctly in order to reduce fire hazards.
Evacuation
Developed by CALFIRE, this document was created to help individuals plan for and execute an evacuation, if a voluntary or mandatory evacuation is implemented.
Animals in an Evacuation
Developed by CALFIRE, this document was created to assist individuals in planning for and executing an evacuation with their animals.