SCHOOL SAFETY
  PLAN2011-2012
Escambia County High School 1215 
South Presley Street Atmore, 
Alabama 36502
Zickeyous M. Byrd, Principal 
Forrest D. Jones, Assistant Principal 
Sarah Watkins, Assistant Principal
Escambia County School System 
Randall K. Little: Interim Superintendent

Revision : 2/21/2012

Table of Contents
Mission Statements………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1 
	Emergency Contact Information 		2 
	School Safety Planning Committee 	..	..3 
	Crisis Management Team 		4-7 
	Emergency Supply List. 		8 
	Building and Grounds Security 		9-10 
	Prevention & Curriculum 		10-11 
	Command & Control Areas and Personnel 		12 
	News and Media Releases 		12-13 
	General Information/Emergency Procedures 		13-14 
	Fire/Tornado 		13 
	Power Failure 		13 
	Terrorist/Hostage 		14 
	Bomb Threat. 		14 
	Field Trip 		14 
	Individual School Crisis Management Plan & Procedures 		14-26 
	Fire/Fire Drill Procedures 		14 
	Ice/Snow Storm 		15 
	Severe Weather Drill Procedure 		15 
	Bomb Threat. 		15-16 
	Bomb Indicators 		16 
	Serious Accidents On or Off Campus/Bus Wreck 		16-17 
	Chemical Spill/Hazardous Materials 		17 
	Deadly Weapons on School Property 		18 
	Death of a Student or Staff Member 		18-19 
	Dispensing of Medications to Students ……………………………………	……………….. ……………… ……… 19 
Explosion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……….. 19 
	Fallen Aircraft/Air Disaster 	 20 
	Kidnapping 	20 
	Student Evacuation 	20 
	Student Injury or Illness 	20 
	Suicide 	.21 
	Traffic Control 	.21 
	Utility Emergency 	.21 
	Emergency Warning System 	.21 
	Earthquake.... 	.22 
	Recovery ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 22 
	Fighting or Riot. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 23 
	Hostage Situation..	..… 24 
	Intruder 	 24 
	Vandalism 	 24 
	Lost/Runaway Student……………………………………………………………………………………………… … 24 
Sexual Harassment……………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………. 25 
Emergency Procedures for Miscellaneous Incidents (Athletics and After School Events) ………….………………. .26- 29
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) 	30-31 
School Map 		32 

Escambia County School System's Mission Statement 
The mission of the Escambia County School System, where no child is ever left behind, is to 
cultivate an environment which develops productive, capable, and visionary graduates and 
allows students to maximize their life-long potential through education opportunities that are 
tailored to individual needs, desires, and capabilities. 
 The Escambia County High School Mission Statement 
The mission of Escambia County High School is to develop students who are literate, self- 
disciplined, tolerant, and productive members of society using a variety of experiences within 
a safe learning environment. 
Statement of Commitment 
In keeping with our mission and because a crisis may occur at any time, a crisis plan is 
needed to enhance the safety of all students and personnel. With such a plan in place, 
information, as well as the crisis itself, will be managed more effectively. 
The crisis plan attempts to anticipate any crisis that may occur and establish a course of 
action that provides greater safety for all and greater efficiency in gathering and distributing 
information during the crisis. 

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Emergency Contact Information 

	Emergency 	911 	
	Atmore Police Department 	368-9141 	
	Escambia County Sheriff's Department 	368-4779 	
	Escambia County Board of Education 	867-6251 	
	Atmore Ambulance 	368-3003 	
	Atmore Fire Department 	368-1377/368-9156 	
	Alabama Forestry Commission 	368-4854 	
	City of Atmore Gas & Water 	368-2207 	
	Alabama Power Company 	1-800-888-2726 	
	Safe School Hotline 	1-888-SAV-KIDS 	
	Escambia County Health Department 	368-9188 	
			
	Alabama Bureau of Investigation 	     368-8813 	

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	SCHOOL SAFETY PLANNING COMMITTEE 	
		And Emergency Contact Information 		
	NAME 	TITLE 	ADDRESS 	PHONE # 	
	Sheryl West 	Librarian 	110 Alexandria Drive 	(251 )368-1034 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Barbra Whatley 	Teacher 	106 7th A venue 	(251)368-2453 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Stephanie Buitron 	Career Tech	P.O. Box 531 	(251 )867 -0602 	
			Brewton, AL 36426 		
	John Fountain 	Law Enforcement 	1346 Misella St. 	(251)368-5891 	
			Pollard, AL 36441 		
	Joey Quimby 	Teacher 	306 Smithfield Rd. 	(251 )577 -6699 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Forrest Jones 	Asst. Principal 	1024 Dugout Lane 	(251 )525-0596 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Tonya Grant 	Counselor 	200 Pine Hill Dr. 	(251 )368-3739 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
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~ ~~ 	Marsha Phillips 	Book-keeper	300 Highland Avenue 	(251)368-1602 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Sherry Windham 	Nurse 	1574 Old Bratt Rd. 	(251 )368-3730 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Gerry McGhee 	Fire Chief 	201 E Louisville Ave. 	(251)368-1377 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Jason Dean 	Police Chief 	201 E Louisville Ave. 	(251)368-9141 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Webb Nall 	Pepsi/Community Rep. 	212 6th Ave. 	(251 )368-5121 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	April Sells 	Poarch Creek Indians 	5811 Jack Springs Rd. 	(251 )368-9136 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Dr. Rodney Owens 	Teacher 	210 McRae Street 	(251 )368-5467 	
			Atmore, AL 36502 		
	Mark Heaton 	Athletic Director 	212 Edgewood Ct. 	(251)253-0100 	
			Atmore, Alabama 36502 		
					
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1. 

Crisis Management Team Duties
School administrators and counselors will meet immediately to review what has 
happened. Responding to the needs of both staff and students as soon as possible is 
the best prevention for the development of post-traumatic stress. 

2.	Ms. Diane Curran, Supervisor of Counselors with the Escambia County Board of 
Education, will be called, as well as the Escambia County Mental Health and DHR 
agencies. 
3.	Get as much information as possible from the family and ask their permission to share 
with students, faculty, and staff. Ask if they have any objection to students, faculty, 
and staff attending the funeral. School will not be dismissed for the funeral but 
anyone who wishes to attend will be excused. 
4.	Relay the information to the students and faculty in a tactful way, careful to avoid 
breaching the student or family's privacy. The principal or assistant principal might 
consider a brief student body assembly to tell the students what has happened. They 
will tell the truth, allow for ventilation and affirm any expressions or feelings the 
students may have. 
5.	Students will be told that they may visit the counselor's office for special assistance if 
needed. 

6. 

If possible, allow a small break after talking with the students in order to give them an 
opportunity to ventilate and express their grief with other students. 

7.	The principal or assistant principal may consider having a memorial after school hours 
for the students, faculty, and staff to attend, provided the family has granted 
permission. 
8.	Watch for trouble signs among students. Be prepared to call in extra counselors from 
surrounding schools if necessary. 

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Crisis Management Team 
Communication Center 
The secretaries will handle all incoming calls and maintain a log of each call, keep parents 
informed as needed, and handle all student checkouts. 
Security Personnel 
The administrators will control access to the affected area. When there is a need for the 
evacuation of the building (eg. fire, bomb threat), the administrators will verify that the 
building is completely evacuated. 
Designated Spokesperson 
This individual will communicate with the media or other news agencies. All press releases 
must be approved by the superintendent before released to news agencies. 
(Superintendent or Designee) 
(Principal or Designee) 
Staff Hospital Reporters 
These individuals will gather information about injuries and relay the information to the 
communication centers. 
Josh Dobbins and Robert Lambert 
Student Supervision 
All staff members who are not assigned to specific duties are expected to supervise students. 
Traffic 
All incoming and outgoing traffic will be through the main entrance in front of the school. 
Training: Staff, Students, Parents, and Others 
Training of staff, students, and parents will occur by means of faculty meetings, PTA 
meetings, and small group settings with students (homeroom and classes), and assemblies. 
Periodic drills will be conducted and monitored for effectiveness of execution. 
Recovery 
Recovery from a crisis is an essential step in re-establishing a normal routine. Follow-up 
activities should be timely and consistent with the crisis. Time should be provided to allow 
for ventilation and discussion, as well as disseminating and/or updating information. The 
appropriate support groups will be contacted as needed. 
Prevention and Curriculum 
In order to create an environment that is conducive to learning, as well as insuring the safety 
of all, student rules and regulations must be established and enforced. The faculty, staff, 
students, parents, and guardians will comply with the Board of Education adopted rules and 
regulations set forth in the Student Code of Conduct, Student Handbook, Teacher Handbook, 
and Policy Manual. Training sessions will be conducted semi-annually on policy issues and 
preventive measures. 

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CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM MEMBERS ROLES

Incident Command Post 
William Hines * 
Zickeyous Byrd* 
School Command Post 
Forrest Jones* 
Marsha Phillips
Triage Area 
Suzanne Helton* 
Joey Quimby 
Rodney Owens
N. Matthews
Runners
Joshua Dobbins* 
Daryl Otwell
Deri Grissett
Stephanie Adams
Area Hospital 
Jennifer Rogers 
Andrea Chance*
		  Darlene Kyles
	 	  Sheryl West	
Care Team 1
Frank Jurjevich
Franklin Boykin
Talia Wright
Barbara Whatley*
Keiana White

 Special Needs Care Team

Media Area 
Sarah Watkins* 
Latoya Cooper 

Parent Area 
Tonya Grant* 
Jonathan Barnes

 Floaters
Tiffany Oliver* 
Karl Smith 
Ashley Salter
Nancy Haddix 

Shelter/Transportation
Mark Heaton * 
Robert Lambert
Joey Quimby
John Spaulding

Shelter Area 
Anthony Hayes* 
Janice Kidd
Kellie Steele
Yolanda Walters

Care Team 2
J. Reed
Janice Kidd
Stephanie McGhee
Ashley Mosley*
Minnie Stallworth
	Mary Quarker
	James Warren*
	Deidre Russell
	Yvette Watkins
	
	Special Crisis Assessment Team
	Stephanie Buitron
	Charles Lymon*
	Kenneth Revel
	Eddie Reed
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CPR and/or AED Trained Personnel 
Suzanne Helton, RN   
Joshua Dobbins AED/CPR 	 Rodney Owens, CPR/AED
Robert Lambert, CPR/AED 	 Kiana White, CPR/AED
Anthony Hayes, CPR/AED 	 Barbara Whatley, CPR/AED
Yolanda Walters, CPR/AED 	 John Spaulding, CPR/AED
Mattie Boggan, CPR/AED 	 Harry Heatley, CPR/AED
Joey Quimby, CPR/AED 	 Stephanie Adams, CPR/AED
Karl Smith, CPR/AED 		 Talia Wright, CPR/AED
Latoya Cooper, CPR/AED 	 Nakiedra Matthews, CPR/AED
Stephanie Buitron, CPR/AED 	 Minnie Stallworth, CPR/AED
Sarah Watkins CPR 		 Kim Eddins, CPR/AED
Dale Jones, CPR/AED 		 Jean Chaloux, CPR/AED
Mark Heaton, CPR/AED 	 Ashley Reynolds, CPR/AED
* Denotes team leader 

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Emergency Supply List 
A crisis/first aid kit is kept in the main office and in the gym. The following equipment is kept 
in the kit: 
Emergency Supplies 
Sheets 
Blankets 
Pillows 
Flashlights 
Batteries 
Radios 
Candles 
Matches 
Bottled Water 
Paper Towels 
Wet Ones 
Portable Microphones/Bullhorn for Communications 
Walkie-talkie for Communications 
Supply of Writing Materials 
Floor Plans 
List of Emergency Contact Numbers 
List of Students and Phone Numbers of Parents 
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First Aid 
Hydrogen Peroxide 
Alcohol 
Tylenol 
Gauze 
Tape 
Tweezers 
Instant Ice Packs 
Sewing Needles 
Anti-bacterial Salve 
Disposable Gloves 
Current First Aid Book 
Iodine 
Aspirin 
Assorted Bandages 
Sterile Water 
Scissors/Sling 
Facemasks 
CPR Disposable Mouthpiece 

Building and Grounds Security 
Alarm System 
All efforts are made to ensure buildings and grounds are secure. The main building is 
equipped with a security system. Select teachers inform staff members of disruptions on 
school grounds using walkie-talkies. When there is a danger on the school grounds, an 
official will announce "CODE RED" over the walkie-talkies. "CODE GREEN" is given to 
indicate an all clear. Memos are used to circulate information to school staff. Bells are rung 
to indicate drills and warnings. 
Parking Lot/ Exterior Lighting 
The Escambia County Sheriff's Department and the City of Atmore Police Department patrol 
the parking lots of the school. 
Visual Access Inside and Outside 
Halls are supervised by staff members during each exchange of classes. Surveillance 
cameras are located throughout the halls and grounds. 
Limitations of Building Design 
All classrooms have a number by which they are easily identified. 
Exits 
All classroom doors are used for entrances and exits. 
Fire Extinguishers/Fire Alarms 
Each hallway is equipped with a fire extinguisher. There are pull fire alarms located at the 
front and back of each hallway enabling teachers to have easy accessibility. 
Electrical Safety and Appropriate Machinery/Equipment Use Check/Occupational 
Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 
Science laboratories have safety guidelines posted and all teachers utilizing the lab have been 
trained on the correct procedures to be used. 
Signs/Directions to Safety Areas 
Signs posted at entrances to the school state that the school is a drug free/gun free zone. 
Signs are also posted informing visitors that they must report to the main office upon arrival 
on campus. 
Hall Passes 
A hall pass is used for students who must leave their assigned classroom during a class 
period. The originating teacher must complete the student's name, date, time, and 
destination then sign the pass. The person receiving the student at another location must 
sign and indicate the date and time the student is departing to return to the classroom. 
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Security /Technology 
Keys are given to each teacher for their assigned classrooms. Custodians also have keys that give them access to the classrooms. Additional keys are located in the key lock in the Assistant Principal’s Office room 208. 
Communications 
As a means of communications, principals, teachers, custodians, and office staff have access 
to telephones and walkie-talkies. Select teachers inform staff members of disruptions on 
school grounds using walkie-talkies. When there is a "CODE RED" over the walkie-talkies, 
those individuals are aware that a dangerous situation is occurring. "CODE GREEN" advises 
everyone that everything is clear. Memos are used to circulate information to school staff. 
Bells are rung to indicate drills and warnings. One continuous ring of the bell indicates a 
tornado drill. Three short continuous rings of the bell communicate a fire drill. 
Prevention and Curriculum 
School Climate 
Faculty, staff, and administrators understand that school safety is an issue nationwide and 
are well aware that effective schools consist of a safe and secure campus. In our efforts to 
accomplish this, school climate surveys are conducted and the results evaluated. 
Student/ Faculty / Staff Records 
Faculty, staff, and student records are updated at regular intervals to ensure accuracy. 
These files include emergency contact phone numbers as well as medical conditions and any 
needed medications. Student records are housed in fireproof cabinets in the counselor's 
office. CPR trained staff members are available. 
Discipline Plan 
Parents and students receive a student handbook containing guidelines to safety and 
discipline at the beginning of each new school year. They are also given the "Code of 
Conduct" by the Escambia County School System which details safety and discipline for all 
students attending Escambia County Schools. 
Conflict Resolution 
The school counselor provides individual and group counseling throughout the school year on 
resolving conflicts. In addition, teachers teach conflict resolution through character 
education lessons. 
Alcohol/Drug/Violence Programs 
A comprehensive alcohol/drug/violence program is integrated into all subject areas. The 
policies are explained in the student handbook and assemblies with special guest speakers 
update students on alcohol and drugs. 
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Visitor Access Control 
Visitors are required to sign in and out at the main office. Visitors without a pass are not 
allowed into classrooms. The faculty and staff are trained to quickly inform office personnel 
if intruders are seen. 
First Aid/CPR/Heimlich/Blood Borne Pathogens: Procedures and Equipment 
Training in CPR/Heimlich is provided to all teachers. 
Personal Safety 
Staff and students are notified when there are any safety issues that may arise. The 
students are notified by staff members and the staff members receive this information from 
the administration or law enforcement. 
Bicycle/Bus/Pedestrian Safety 
School buses are to load and unload at the designated area at the high school. No vehicles 
will be permitted to enter during these times. Teachers are assigned duty to monitor 
student's arrival and departure. Surveillance cameras are equipped on the school buses for 
monitoring the behavior of students. Bus drivers have cellular phones for emergency 
purposes. 
Community Assistance 
The local fire department assists in fire safety training and drills for students and staff. The 
Atmore Police Department provides officers as needed. 
Student Identification Plans/Procedures 
Teachers take class roll to determine students absent. If students are off campus, a list of 
names, phone numbers, and emergency numbers are provided. Parents must come to the 
office to check students in and out of school. Signs are posted throughout the school 
reflecting this procedure. Students are not allowed to check themselves out of school. 
Parents are required to sign permission slips before students can attend off campus events. 
Suggested Lockdown Procedures 
When there is a danger on the school grounds, a school official will announce "MR. BLUE" 
over the intercom and walkie-talkies. "CODE GREEN" is given to indicate all clear. Memos 
are used to circulate information to school staff. Bells are rung to indicate drills and 
warnings. 
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Command and Control Areas and Personnel 
The main office will be designated as the Command Post (CP). In the event that the office is 
not available, the counselor's office will be used. 
1.	The CP will coordinate and document all incoming and outgoing calls during the 
crisis. 
A.	The office staff will handle all phone calls. 
B.	All information given out will be cleared through the principal or 
assistant principal. 
2.	The CP will coordinate information, gather, and disseminate sources. 
3.	The CP will serve as the control point for all of the action pertaining to control 
of the crisis. 
4.	The principal or assistant principal will stay on duty until relieved by the 
designated school board personnel or county official and will control the CP. 
The Site Director is the school assigned person designated to manage the crisis. This person 
will communicate all critical information to the CP so the director may make appropriate 
communication concerning the crisis. 
1.	The principal or assistant principal will serve as site director. 
2.	If the principal or assistant principal is unavailable, the counselor will serve as 
site director. 
The Communication Center is the pre-designed gathering point for all news media, 
personnel, and concerned family members of the person involved in the crisis. The 
Communications Center will be the media center or an outside-designated area. The 
principal will act as the Communication Center Coordinator. If the principal is unavailable, 
refer to the steps above. 
News Media Releases 
All news releases will be handled in the following manner: 
1.	The Superintendent or his/her designee will approve all news releases. 
2.	During the emergency situation, the chance of "misinformation" being released 
to the news media is a constant concern. 

Local News and Media Agencies 
	WEAR-TV 	Channel 3 
	WKRG- TV 	Channel S 
	WALA-TV 	Channel 10 
	WPMI-TV 	Channel 15 
	WYDH 	105.9 

Pensacola, FL 
Mobile, AL 
Mobile, AL 
Mobile, AL 
Atmore, AL 

Crisis Team Media Liaison 
The principal or an appointed staff member will serve as the media liaison. The 
superintendent or his/her designee must approve all news releases. All media will be 
directed to designated areas and all news conferences will be coordinated under strict 
supervision by the principal and law enforcement. 

Emergency Food Service 
The lunchroom manager and head cook will supervise food preparation and distribution 
during the crisis. All available staff and teachers will be responsible for the supervision of 
students. 
Emergency Traffic Control 
To ensure that emergency vehicles have access to the campus, a staff member is designated 
to supervise traffic control. 
Alert/Clear Codes 
  The Code phrase MR: BLUE will notify staff from the main office that the school is in a crisis situation with as little alarm to the student body as possible. The custodian will secure the entrances and the staff will secure their classrooms from the inside. Students will not be allowed to exit their existing classroom. The main office will indicate all clear by announcing “CODE GREEN" .
Practice "Crisis Alert" Session 
The principal will conduct annual staff in-service sessions to prepare staff members for their 
roles and responsibilities through role-play and crisis intervention. Student crisis team 
members will be part of these in-service sessions. 
General Information/Emergency Procedures 
Fire/Tornado Drill 
Fire drill and tornado drill evacuation charts are updated, posted, and reviewed with the staff, 
faculty, and student body. Fire and tornado drills are practiced every month. Any alterations 
to fire and tornado charts are reviewed with the staff. 
Tornado warnings shall be signaled by one long bell. Teachers are to move students quickly 
and quietly into designated areas. Students are to kneel facing the wall with their heads in 
their laps. They are to remain in this position until all clear is given. The last person to leave 
the room will close the door but not lock it. Teachers will use their role books to ensure that 
students are all present. 
Short continuous rings of the bell shall signal fire warnings. Teachers will move students 
quickly and quietly to designated areas, which are approximately 300 feet from the building, 
and will remain there until the all clear is given. The last person to leave the room should 
close the door but not lock it. Teachers will use their role books to ensure that students are 
all present. 
Power Failure 
In case of power failure, teachers are to remain in place until instructed to do otherwise. 
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Terrorist/Hostage 
In the case of a terrorist/hostage situation, the principal or his designee will announce "MR. 
BLUE". At this time, teachers will lock their doors and keep students inside until given a 
"CODE GREEN" indicating a" clear. 
Bomb Threats 
Bomb threats will use the fire evacuation procedure. The designated area for staff and 
students is the band practice field across the street and to the back of the school. 
Explosion 
In case of an explosion, use the fire evacuation procedure. 
1.	The principal or his designee, if needed, will direct students and staff to an 
alternate shelter. Bus drivers are prepared to evacuate the area. 
2.	The superintendent or designee will prepare a written or oral statement for 
dissemination to the media and staff during a crisis situation. 
Field Trip 
If any emergency arises during a field trip, the school representative will contact the 
appropriate emergency personnel. Thereafter, the school representative will contact their 
local school to notify the administrators. 
Individual School Crisis Management and Procedures 
Fire/Fire Drill Procedure 
In the event of a fire within the school building: 
1.	Sound the bell immediately (the bell will ring continuously). 
2.	Notify the fire department at 911. 
3.	Evacuate the building according to the following procedures. 
A.	Students will walk promptly and quietly out of the building using the 
designated exits indicated on the fire evacuation plan. 
B.	The last person to leave the room should close, but not lock, the door. 
C.	Students must be evacuated at a minimum of 300 feet from the building. 
D.	Teachers are responsible for students under their supervision and will 
take attendance accounting for each child. Students who are 
unaccounted for are to be reported to the principal immediately. 
E.	Remain clear of the building until the all clear is given. 
F.	The fire drill plan is to be visible and posted near the exit in each 
classroom. Fire drill procedures are the same as the evacuation 
procedures listed above. 
G.	All staff members will know how to use fire extinguishers. 
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Ice/Snow Storm 
1.	The superintendent will make decisions regarding early dismissal or school closings. 
2.	This information will be communicated to radio and television stations for broadcast by 
6:00 a.m. Students and staff members will need to listen to local radio and television 
stations and not call the schools and/or the Escambia County Board of Education. 
3.	School procedures for early dismissal due to weather conditions include the following: 
A.	Students will remain in their classrooms under the direct supervision of the 
teacher until given further instructions. 
B.	The superintendent's office and on-site personnel will monitor the National 
Weather Service radio and local agencies for weather bureau warnings. 
Severe Weather/Drill Procedure 
1.	Severe or threatening weather will be monitored through the media. 
2.	When under a thunderstorm warning or tornado watch, students will not be allowed to 
go outside. 
3.	In the event of a tornado warning, teachers and students will follow posted guidelines. 
4.	When notified of a tornado warning, teachers should move students from the 
classroom to their designated areas. 
5.	During the warning, students should be on the floor. The students should sit facing 
the wall, their heads in their lap, and cover the back of their head with their hands. 
6.	Students should be located as far as possible from the exterior walls, windows, and 
open doors. 
7.	When the warning has been lifted, students will return to their classrooms. The all 
clear signal will be given to indicate a return to classrooms. 
8.	The continuous ringing of the bell will indicate a severe weather drill. Follow the steps 
listed above during a severe weather drill. 
Bomb Threat 
1.	The person receiving the threat will try to obtain as much information as possible 
about the bomb and its location. A questionnaire to be filled out is attached (see 
appendix). Try to ascertain the exact location of the bomb, the time of the 
detonation, what it looks like, the type of explosive, where it was placed, and any 
other vital information. 
2.	If the threat was made by telephone, the exact time should be noted. 
3.	Immediately inform the school's Principal Zickeyous M. Byrd (251)359-3905, Assistant Principal Forrest Jones (251525-0596, or Assistant Principal Sarah Watkins(251)-979-1264 and the Escambia County Board of Education at 1-251-867-6251. 
4.	Immediately call the police department (911) and inform them of the bomb threat and 
all the details that were obtained when the threat was received. The police will notify 
the fire department and the bomb squad. 
5.	The principal or assistant principal will evacuate the building immediately. The 
evacuation will be accomplished by a standard fire drill including the following: 
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7. 
8. 

A.	Everyone will be evacuated a minimum of 300 feet from the building. 
B.	Staff members should make visual checks of their classrooms and report 
anything unusual. DO NOT TOUCH ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS!! 
C.	Teachers are responsible for the students under their supervision and will take 
attendance at the evacuation-holding site to account for each child. Children 
who are unaccounted for are to be reported to the principal or assistant 
principal. 
School personnel are not to conduct a search or disturb anything. Wait for law 
enforcement and security personnel to arrive. 
After a thorough search by law enforcement and fire authorities has been conducted, 
the principal or assistant principal, upon recommendation of the police and/or Site 
Director, will permit re-entry into the building. 
Decisions regarding school dismissal or further actions are the responsibility of the 
superintendent. 

Bomb Indicators 
Letter and package bomb indications: 
1.	Restrictive Marking - Letter or package marked "PERSONAL" 
2.	Mail from a foreign country 
3.	Excessive postage 
4.	Misspelled words 
5.	Rigid or bulky 
6.	Badly typed or written 
7.	No return address 
8.	Protruding wires 
	9; 	Strange odor 
10.	Wrong title with name 
11.	Lopsided 
12.	Oily stains on wrapper 
TREAT IT AS A SUSPECT!!!! ISOLATE!!!!! 

Precautions: 
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3. 

Never accept mail, especially packages, at school from a foreign country. 
Make sure staff and faculty at the office know to refuse all unexpected mail. 
REMEMBER - IT MAY BE A BOMB - TREAT IT AS A SUSPECT!!!!! 

Serious Accidents On or Off Campus/Bus Wreck 
Effective communication and the availability of needed information are critical during any 
emergency and especially during an emergency such as a bus wreck. The following 
measures will be available in the event of a campus emergency. 
1.	List of all students on the bus, with phone numbers, guardian's names, and 
student's medical information. 
2.	Name tags or t-shirts for students on the field trips. 
3.	Student information sheets for teachers chaperoning field trips. 
4.	Roster of children going on field trips will be filed in the office before departure. 
5.	Teachers or chaperones will leave a cell phone number with the office. 
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In Case of a Bus Wreck 
1.	The bus driver will use the emergency cell phone to call 911 and have 911 emergency 
management call the school office immediately. 
2.	Bus driver will determine any injuries and seek medical attention for injuries. 
3.	The school office will notify the central office and the transportation supervisor. 
4.	Any available school personnel will report to the site of the accident to help with 
students. 
5.	The names of those students receiving medical treatment, the person(s) to whom they 
were released, and their destination (hospital, doctor's office, etc.) will be written 
down. 
6.	The principal or assistant principal will assign duties to office personnel to notify 
parents, where and when students who are uninjured will be taken. 
Chemical Spill/Hazardous Materials 
Many types of hazardous material are shipped across the State of Alabama. Schools located 
close to major highways may be classified as "at risk schools". Schools located close to 
plants where hazardous chemicals are used may also be classified as "at risk". 
Warning of hazardous material incident will be received from the fire department, police 
department, or an emergency management agency. One of the above will provide the Principal or assistant principal with information regarding the evacuation. 	 
Notification of a chemical spill/hazardous material will be the same as a fire drill. The bell will 
ring continuously. 
The principal or assistant principal will: 
1.	Notify the central office at 1-251-867-6251. 
2.	Faculty and students cannot evacuate, the principal or assistant principal will be 
notified. 
3.	The head custodian/science personnel or designee will close all air access to the 
building. 
4.	Teachers will close all windows and remain in the classroom until told to move 
to another area. 
5.	If students are outside of the building, they will return to their classrooms 
immediately. 
If a chemical spill occurs outside of the building, the principal or assistant principal will give 
a warning by bullhorn to evacuate the building and move away from the building to a 
designated area. Students will be sent to the YMCA on Pensacola Avenue in Atmore. 
1.	The teacher in charge of the classroom where the spill occurred will direct the 
students away from the chemical spill (follow the procedure for a fire 
evacuation). 
2.	The principal or assistant principal will notify the fire department and security. 
3.	The principal or assistant principal will notify the central office. 
	4. 	Re-admittance to the building will be prohibited until the fire department and/or 
emergency coordinator has declared the emergency cleared. 
5.	The principal or assistant principal will announce "All Clear" when it is safe for 
students and faculty to re-enter the building. 

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Deadly Weapons on School Property 
If a weapon of any kind is found on campus, or on a student, the principal or assistant 
principal or their designee will follow these guidelines: 
1.	Notify law enforcement and the central office immediately. Law enforcement 
will identify the student/gunman (if known), their location, and the location of 
the weapon. 
2.	Have the on-site law enforcement officer or designee determine the level of the 
threat. 
3.	If the level of threat is high, ask the law enforcement officer for additional 
backup, attempt to retrieve the weapon from the assailant through negotiation, 
or take appropriate action. 
4.	If the level of threat is low, call the office and have the law enforcement officer 
take the appropriate action. 
Faculty and staff follow these guidelines: 
1.	Avoid confronting the student or gunman. 
2.	Notify the school office immediately. 
3.	Identify the student or gunman (if known), the student's or gunman's 
location, and the location of the weapon. 
Death of a Student or Staff Member 
By far, the worst crisis is the death of a student or staff member. When a student dies, 
emotional trauma to students, faculty, and staff is a natural occurrence. A student or staff 
member's death that occurs on campus, particularly as a result of violence, is admittedly the 
worst case scenario and a prescribed method for dealing with such a tragedy must be in 
place. 
The following are suggestions for a school's response to death, particularly death that occurs 
as a result of school violence. 
1.	School administrators and counselors will meet immediately to review what has 
happened. Responding to the needs of both staff and students as soon as 
possible is the best prevention for the development of post-traumatic stress. 
2.	Ms. Diane Curran, Supervisor of Counselors with the Escambia County Board of 
Education will be called, as well as, the Escambia County Mental Health and 
DHR agencies. 
3.	Get as much information as possible from the family and ask their permission to 
share it with the students, faculty, and staff. Ask if they have any objection to 
students, faculty, or staff attending the funeral. School will not be dismissed 
for the funeral but anyone who wishes to attend will be excused. 
4.	Relay the information to the students in a tactful way, careful to avoid 
breaching the student or family's privacy. The principal or assistant principal 
might consider a brief student body assembly to tell the students what has 
happened. They will tell the truth, allow for ventilation and affirm any 
expressions or feelings the students may have. 
5.	Students will be told that they may visit the counselor's office for special 
assistance if needed. 
6.	If possible, allow a small break after talking with students in order to allow 
them an opportunity to ventilate and express their grief with other students. 

Death of a Student or Staff Member (Continued) 
		7. 	The principal or assistant principal may consider having a memorial after school 
			hours for the students, faculty, and staff to attend, provided the family has 
			granted permission. 
8.	Watch for trouble signs among students. Be prepared to call in extra 
counselors from surrounding schools if necessary. 
Dispensing of Medication to Students 
All medication is dispensed in the office under close supervision of the office staff. The 
following are set rules and procedures for students and staff to follow in order to dispense 
medication to a student. 

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Explosion 

Students are not allowed to bring medication to school. A parent or guardian 
must bring in the medication along with a signed physician's form. 
Parents will be notified by phone when medication needs to be refilled. 
Students are responsible for reporting to the office to take their medication. 
This is discussed with their teacher. 
When a student receives medication, the office staff will document the time and 
dosage given. 
Students with asthma may keep their inhalers with them or put them in a purse 
or pocket. They are not allowed to have them out in class or on the bus. 
Playing with them at school is prohibited. 
All medications are kept in a locked, secure area. 
1.	If the students are in location of debris or flying material, they should make 
every effort to seek protection under a desk with their eyes closed. If time 
permits, students will cover their faces with their arms, books, coats, jackets, or 
any other available protective covering. Until building tremors and flying debris 
stop, students will remain in this position and await instructions. 
2.	Notify the fire department and EMS at 911. 
3.	Notify the central office at 251-867-6251. 
4.	After determining the location of the explosion, the principal or assistant 
principal will evacuate the building. The evacuation will be the same as the fire 
evacuation and the following: 
A.	Everyone will evacuate a minimum of 300 feet from the building. 
B.	Teachers are responsible for students under their supervision and 
will take attendance, accounting for each child. Children who are 
unaccounted for will be reported to the principal or assistant 
principal immediately. 

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8.	
Fallen Aircraft/Air Disasters 
A fallen aircraft emergency occurs when an aircraft has fallen near or on school grounds. If 
a jet aircraft fails, the minimum safe distance is 440 yards to protect against an explosion. 
The principal or assistant principal will follow these guidelines: 
1.	Call 911 immediately. 
2.	Call the central office at 251-867-6251. 
The teachers will follow these guidelines: 
1.	Keep all students away from the fallen aircraft. 
2.	Evacuate the building, if necessary, following the same procedures used for fire 
evacuation. 
3.	Any missing students will be reported to the principal immediately. 
Kidnapping 
The principal or assistant principal or designee will follow these guidelines in unauthorized 
access to facilities (kidnapping). 
1.	Confront any person or people that look suspicious and ask questions (who, 
what, and why). 
2.	Notify the office, by two-way radio, that we have a suspicious situation and 
have on-going site officer or designee taking appropriate action. 
	3. 	The principal or assistant principal will call 911. 
	4. 	The principal or assistant principal will call the central office at 251-867-6251. 
Student Evacuation 
Students evacuating from the building will go to their designated area (see the fire drill 
evacuation plan). The teachers will call roll and account for every student. Students will be 
kept together until notified by the principal or assistant principal to move to another area or 
an all clear has been given. 
Student Injury or Illness 
In the event of a student injury or illness, the supervising teacher will either take the child to 
the office or contact the office for help on attending to that child. 
If the illness or injury occurs away from the building, another staff member will be sent to 
the office to get immediate help. 
If the extent of the illness or injury is classified as threatening, or it is obvious that medical 
attention is needed for the student, the parent will be contacted immediately along with 
anyone else that might be deemed necessary (paramedics, EMT, hospital, etc.). 
The office staff will refer to the student's information kept on file in the office for information 
on whom to contact. 
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9.	
Suicide 
The school community will do everything possible to prevent this most tragic form of death. 
Part of prevention is early detection of students who appear to be severely troubled. 
Improvement of each student's self-esteem is an underlying goal of the educational process. 
Character building programs and conflict resolution initiatives help to improve self-esteem 
and self-worth. 
The following are recommendations regarding suicide: 
1.	Don't dismiss school or encourage funeral attendance during school hours. 
2.	Don't dedicate a memorial to the deceased without checking with parents and 
considering the emotional welfare of all students. 
3.	Don't have a large assembly. 
4.	Do give correct and factual information to the students. 
5.	Do emphasize prevention and everyone's role. 
6.	Do emphasize that help is available and that there are alternatives to suicide. 
7.	Do provide individual and group counseling. 
8.	Do contact the family of the deceased immediately and offer the support of 
faculty and staff members. 
Traffic Control 
In the event of an on-campus emergency, the principal or assistant principal, the school's 
resource officer and/or the Escambia County Sheriff's Office will maintain traffic control at the 
scene. Only emergency vehicles will be allowed on the scene. 
Utility Emergency 
During any emergency situation the utility companies will be notified. Cut-offs are identified 
and are shown on the school's layout. 
1.	Electrical - Gerald Jones will handle internal electrical problems at the cut-off 
breakers. External problems will be handled by Alabama Power Company (1- 
800-888-2726). 
2.	Water - Gerald Jones will be in charge of cutting off the water (if necessary) at 
the cut-off located in front of the school. External problems will be handled by 
the City of Atmore Utilities Department (368-2207). 
3.	Telephone - In case the telephone service is disrupted, the principal or 
assistant principal will use his/her wireless service to call Cisco Telephone 
Company to report the service disruption. 
4.	Gas - The principal, assistant principal, or Gerald Jones will be in charge of 
cutting off the gas at the main valve. External problems will be handled by the 
City of Atmore Utilities Department (368-2207). 
Emergency Warning System 
Due to numerous tornadoes that occur, Escambia County High School will take the 
appropriate action to ensure the safety of our students. Television and weather band will be 
used to monitor weather conditions and get updated reports. 

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Earthquake 
Earthquakes come with little or no warning; therefore, reaction time is usually only one 
minute or less. Reaction time starts with ground movement, rocking or swaying of building, 
		and rattling of glass objects. The reaction time will only allow students to seek shelter under 
their desk. 
After the initial shock occurs, administrators will evacuate building occupants and attend to 
any injuries. Gas mains will be cut off. Electrical service will be turned off and the hot water 
supply in the heating lines will be drained, if necessary. 
The building and surrounding vicinity will be checked and declared safe before occupants are 
allowed to re-enter. 
Recovery 
Follow-up with Staff and Students 
Following a crisis, an assembly will be held in order to convey accurate and complete 
information concerning the situation. An assembly will be conducted. Students and staff will 
be allowed to ventilate and discuss the situation. 

Identification of Local - State - and National Support Networks 
Information for local, state, and national crisis support agencies and networks will be made 
available to staff, teachers, and parents following a crisis situation. 
Identification of Students at Risk of Delayed Emotional Response 
Students will be allowed to ventilate and discuss the crisis situation with the guidance team if 
necessary. In such sessions, they will be encouraged to identify and acknowledge their 
feelings. Also, safety and security measures will be covered with students to reassure their 
safety and protection while in the school setting. Students will be made aware that the 
counselor will be available for individual or small group conferences. Staff members will be 
instructed to refer students for individual guidance sessions as needed. 
Follow-up with Parents/Community 
The school secretary will be directed to update parents and the community on accurate and 
complete information concerning the crisis situation and arrange conferences as needed. 
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Fighting or Riot 
Because school should provide a safe and orderly environment, which is conducive to 
learning, it is not permissible for school officials to tolerate fighting or other forms of assault 
to occur inside the confines of a school building, school grounds, or at any school functions. 
A fight is defined as a physical conflict between two or more individuals (Code of Student 
Conduct). Students who promote, urge, or instigate fights are also subjected to disciplinary 
action. After determining a fight has occurred, the principal or assistant principal or designee 
will implement the disciplinary procedure as described by the student handbook. 
Procedures for stopping a fight: 
1.	Send a reliable student to the office to get an administrator. 
2.	Speak loudly and let everyone know that the behavior should stop immediately. 
3.	If possible, get help from other teachers. 
	. 4. 	If students start to gather, call out to students whose names are known and 
start giving orders. 
5.	Attempt to get students away from the commotion as quickly as possible. 
6.	Call out the names of students involved (if known) and let them know they 
have been identified. 
7.	Get additional help if confronted with a serious fight. 
8.	After separating the students, try to avoid using further confrontational 
behavior. 
9.	Remember that no one can "cool down instantly". 
Procedures for handling a riot or gang fight: 
The principal or assistant principal will follow these guidelines: 
1.	Encourage teachers and staff to be sensitive to the emotional climate of the 
campus and attempt to defuse any tension prior to the eruption of problems. 
2.	Notify law enforcement of the disturbance and meet at a pre-designated site to 
evaluate the situation (school conference room). 
3.	Have law enforcement evaluate and call for any necessary resources such as 
backup help, emergency, or medical help. 
4.	Activate the emergency plan, which may include instructing office staff to 
initiate a lock-down. 
5.	If necessary, notify transportation to bring an appropriate number of buses for 
evacuation or transportation. 
	6. 	. Assign staff to temporary detention facility, such as gymnasium, to secure 
students and log information. 
7.	Call the central office and brief a representative to meet with the media. 
8.	Convey information at the debriefing. 

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10.	
Ask the student to stop. 
Write an office referral. 
Send the student to see an administrator. 
Student's parent and/or legal guardian will be held responsible for all damages 
caused by the student. 
Hostage Situation 
The principal or assistant principal will notify teachers by "MR. BLUE" that an intruder is in 
the building. 
1.	Teachers will look into the halls. 
2.	If possible, the teacher will lock his/her classroom door from the inside. 
3.	The principal or designee will notify the police department and security about 
the intruder. 
4.	Two-way radios or a staff member from the main office will notify teachers and 
students who are outside the building. 
5.	Students outside the building will go to one of the evacuation points away from 
the school. 
6.	Teachers will remain with their classes until given further instructions. 
7.	The principal or designee will announce when it is clear. 
Intruder 
All visitors must pass through the main office and obtain a visitor's badge. If a staff member 
sees a visitor without a badge, they will direct the visitor to the main office for assistance. 
In case of an unwanted intruder in the building, the principal or assistant principal will notify 
teachers by "MR· BLUE REPORT TO THE OFFICE". 
1.	Staff members will look into the halls and restrooms for any detached students. 
If students are found, they will enter the nearest teacher's room. 
2.	Teachers will lock their classroom doors from the inside. 
		3. 	The principal or designee will notify the police department and security about 
the intruder. 
4.	Two-way radios or a staff member from the main office will notify teachers and 
students to go to one of the evacuation points away from the school. 
5.	Teachers will remain with their classes until further instructions are given. The 
principal or assistant principal will announce when it is all clear. 
Vandalism 
If students are seen vandalizing or destroying school property, the following steps should be 
taken: 
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Lost! Runaway Student 
1.	Once a teacher realizes that a student is not present, he/she should contact the 
office immediately. 
2.	Teachers should call roll again. 
3.	Contact the parent or legal guardian of the student. 
4.	Contact emergency personnel. 

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Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment perpetrated by students and/or staff must be dealt with immediately. 
Sexual harassment of students and/or staff by others must also be dealt with immediately. 
The school will not tolerate sexual harassment of students or staff whether verbal, written, or 
any other form of harassment is used. Appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken 
immediately. The adopted Escambia County Sexual Harassment Policy will be followed for every reported case of alleged sexual harassment.

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Emergency Procedures for Escambia County High School Basketball Gym

Personnel: 
Certified CPR and First Aid: Mark Heaton, Anthony Hayes, Janice Kidd, Andy Lambert 
Emergency Communication 
Cellular Phone: Zickeyous M. Byrd (251)359-3905 
Emergency Equipment 
Equipment kept in storage area of coach's office 
AED Is in Mrs. Kyles’ Office
Roles of First Responders 
*Immediate care of injured or ill student-athlete 
Mark Heaton, Anthony Hayes, Janice Kidd, Andy Lambert, Schemenia Reynolds
*Emergency equipment retrieval 
Anthony Hayes
*Activation of Emergency Medical System (EMS) Forrest Jones
Sarah Watkins

a.	Call EMT at 911 
b.	Notify appropriate individuals 
*Principal (cell) 251-359-3905 (work) 368-9181 
*Parent of injured student-athlete 

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Emergency Plan for Escambia County High School
Football Stadium Venue

Incident Commander:		Mark Heaton (Athletic Director) or Administrator on scene

School Site Address:		1215 South Presley Street

Phone Number:		Land Line:	251-368-9181  ext. 2115
			Cell Phone:	251-253-0100 (Mark Heaton)

Emergency Phone Numbers: 			EMS:	911
						Police:	911
						Poison: 1-800-462-0800

Approximate EMS response time:		__15____ minutes

Emergency Personnel:
	-Certified Athletic Trainers: ________Atmore Ambulance Services__________
	-CPR trained personnel: ____________All Coaches_______________________
	-First Aid certified personnel: ______EMS and Ambulance present at every game

Emergency Communication:
Fixed telephone line located:  Athletic Director’s Office- Field house in football stadium
Cellular phone located:	Coach Mark Heaton

Emergency Equipment:
	-AED stored in Athletic Director’s Office in field house in the football stadium.
Supplies and/or equipment are maintained:
	-Training kits are carried to practice and games.
	-Equipment kept in storage in the field house in the football stadium.

Roles of First Responders:

1.	Immediate care of the injured or ill student-athlete
Persons Responsible:	Mark Heaton
2.	Emergency Equipment retrieval
Persons Responsible:	Josh Dobbins/Karl Smith
3.	Activation of Emergency Medical System (EMS)
Persons Responsible:	Andy Lambert

	A.  911 call (provide name, address, and telephone number; number of individuals 
		Injured; condition of injured; first aid treatment, specific directions; any 
		Other information)

B.	Notify individuals designated on the evergency contact list:
Principal:	Zickeyous Byrd (251-359-3905, 251-513-0144)
Central Office Personnel:     William Hines (251251-238-0036)
Other:   Assistant Principal Forest Jones (251-525-0596)
	 Assistant Principal Sara Watkins (251-979-1264)
4.	Direction of EMS to scene
Persons Responsible:  Administrator, Coach, or Designee

A.	Open appropriate gates
B.	Designate individuals to flag down and direct to scene
C.	Scene control: limit scene to first aid providers and move bystanders away from the area

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Football Stadium Venue Directions:

The directions below are from Escambia County High to Atmore Community Hospital:

1.	Head NORTH on Presley Street
2.	Turn right onto McRae Street
3.	At the stop sign, TURN LEFT onto Medical Park Drive
4.	Atmore Community Hospital is located on the right 

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Emergency Procedures of Miscellaneous Incidents 
Athletics and After-School Events 
Altercation on the Field of Play 
1.	Remain calm. 
2.	Keep players on the bench. 
3.	Alert security. 
4.	Attempt to stop altercation. 
5.	If injuries, begin emergency procedures. 
Altercation in Bleachers, Stands or Parking Lot (all sports) 
1.	Remain calm. 
2.	Keep players on the bench. 
3.	Alert security. 
4.	Attempt to control crowd. 
	S. 	Focus on safety of spectators. 
6.	Attempt to stop altercation. 
7.	If injuries, begin emergency procedures. 
Gunshots Fired in an Athletic Venue (all sports) 
1.	Remain calm. 
2.	Remove players from immediate danger. 
3.	Alert security. 
4.	Attempt to control crowd. 
5.	Focus on safety of spectators. 
6.	Use judgment in regard to approaching gunman. 
7.	If injuries, begin emergency procedures. 
Unruly or Threatening Spectator 
1.	Remain calm. 
2.	Focus on the safety of players, officials, and others. 
3.	Alert security. 
4.	Use judgment in regard to approaching perpetrator. 
5.	If approachable, attempt to calm the perpetrator. 

      	                                 

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		Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Policy Addendum
Purpose: 
To establish a policy regarding the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) on the 
Escambia County High School campus. 
Definition 
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) - AEDs are a proven method of reducing 
morbidity and mortality from cardiac arrest. An AED is a device that attaches to a victim's 
chest to assess the heart's rhythm and, if needed, automatically recommends whether or 
not a shock is to be delivered to correct the heart's rhythm. 
Introduction and Program Objective 
The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Response Program includes: locating 
AEDs at a central location on the Escambia County High School Campus, enrolling, and 
training employees to use the AED devices. Responders' use of the AED but does not 
replace the care provided by emergency medical services (EMS) providers. Upon arrival of 
the EMS providers, patient care shall be transferred to them. 
Program Administration 
The Assistant Principals act as the administrators of the AED program and are responsible 
for ensuring the regular inspection and maintenance of all equipment and supplies for all 
		AEDs; coordinating AED initial and refresher training offerings in their efforts to ensure that 
		certified employees are notified of certification expirations; ensuring the collection of any 
incident data and holding post-incident debriefing sessions for any employees involved. 
Location 
The AED will be housed in a central location in the Main office. It will be located in the 
central office on the wall adjacent to the secretary's desk so as to be easily accessible to 
the rest of the school in the event it is needed. 
Directions for AED Usage 
Procedure 
When using AEDs, employees are expected to exercise care, and follow all operating 
instructions, safety standards, and guidelines. 
Using an AED 
1. Determine unresponsiveness of victim and activate Emergency Response Plan, per Red 
Cross or American Heart Association training. 
2. If a victim is unresponsive, call [9-1-1 for Emergency Medical Services (EMS), alert the 
front office staff and advise them of the situation, and obtain the AED from its location. 
3. If possible, designate an individual to wait at the facility entrance to direct the EMS to 
victim's location. 
A.	Place the AED near head of victim, close to AED operator. 
B.	Prepare and use the AED. Refer to American Red Cross or American 
Heart Association training guidelines 
C.	Upon arrival, EMS shall take charge of the victim. 
D.	Provide victim information: name, age, known medical problems, time of incident. 

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Provide information on victim's current condition and the number of AED shocks 
		administered. 

After the Use of the AED

	A. Sherry Windham and Susan Smith County Nurses shall be notified of any AED use. 
1. A complete incident report following AED use shall be delivered to the Escambia County 
Nurse who will forward it to the Escambia County Board of Education. 
2. Critical Incident Debriefing session to evaluate the incident will be held within seven (7) 
days for all initial responders and trained AED users. This session will be called by Forrest 
D. Jones or Sarah Watkins the Escambia County High School Assistant Principal. 
3. If necessary, the County Nurse shall recommend changes in rescue practice. 
B.  		The AED will be checked and put back in a state of readiness per American Heart 
Association guidelines and the manufacturer's recommendations. 
5. AED Inventory 
A. Readiness status will be assured by monthly checks, conducted by the school nurse. 
B. Readiness status will be assured following any AED use. 

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Oversight and Program Review 
Representatives from the Escambia County School Safety Planning Committee will have 
oversight of this AED program and will review it annually, making revisions as necessary: 

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