News
Great Shakeout 2022
October 20, 2022
EH&S Safety Fair - Summer 2022
June 13, 2022
New Emergency Response Guide Published
March 29, 2022
A new Emergency Response Guide has been published for the UC Santa Cruz Community. The guide contains useful information to help our campus community prepare for and respond to disruptive events.
Beach Hazard Statement
February 16, 2022
The National Weather Service has issues a Beach Hazard Statement effective 2:00pm PST through Thursday evening.
N95 Respirator Instructions
April 3, 2019
March 14, 2018
Building Emergency Program
January 19, 2018
Upcoming Prescribed Burns at UC Santa Cruz
November 6, 2017
CAL FIRE is planning to conduct a number of prescribed burn units cooperatively with UC Santa Cruz and Wilder Ranch State Park through the fall and into early 2018. Notification and updates will be provided to the UC Santa Cruz community when burning is scheduled to occur.
Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality
October 12, 2017
Watch this, keep your friends safe!
December 8, 2016
The video offers basic tips on unobstructed exits, exit signs, smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and flammable objects. It also stresses the importance of having electrical work done by a professional.
OES Fall Presentation
December 5, 2016
This fall the office of OES will republish a revised Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). The campus will also begin a refresh of Business Continuity Planning using the upgraded templates within UC Ready. Visit the OES Fall Presentation for a summary of these activities.
November Safety Spotlight
December 5, 2016
Power Outage Tips, A Student’s Perspective on Emergency Preparedness, American Workers are not Prepared for an Emergency
OES Fall Presentation
November 30, 2016
This fall the office of OES will republish a revised Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). The campus will also begin a refresh of Business Continuity Planning using the upgraded templates within UC Ready. Visit the OES Fall Presentation for a summary of these activities.
High Surf Warning
November 2, 2016
Hazardous conditions on area beaches for the next couple days
Wilder Ranch Controlled Burns Planned
October 18, 2016
Wilder Ranch State Park is conducting a series of vegetation management burns beginning today and going through the rest of the week.
Winter Storm Preparedness
October 13, 2016
The National Weather Service is forecasting the first winter storm of the year for the Santa Cruz area beginning on late Thursday night and continuing through Saturday, accompanied by High Surf and Coastal Flooding Advisories.
Hoverboard Policy Article
May 24, 2016
The Hoverboard Policy bans the use, storage or charging of certain hoverboards in buildings and housing units on all UC properties with the exception of private campus housing units co..owned by faculty or staff. The ban does not apply to hoverboards that have been tested and certified by an accredited third party testing laboratory. The ban is necessary due to the special risks of fire in residences, classrooms, and laboratories caused by the types of batteries used by certain hoverboards. This policy was vetted with the President’s Office, Office of General Counsel, Campus Environment, Health, and Safety Directors, UC Fire Marshals, UC Police Chiefs, and the Policy Advisory Committee.
A Note on 4-20 Impacts
April 20, 2016
Focus on Public Health
April 4, 2016
April 4-10 is national public health week. Join us in pledging to create healthy and safe habits and communities.
February 1, 2016
El Niño Winter Preparedness
January 6, 2016
While it won't end our drought, this winter's El Niño weather pattern may present challenges to the community. Here are a few tips on how to be prepared this rainy season.
The Office of Emergency Services is Currently Experiencing Leadership Changes
January 4, 2016
Rosemary Anderson, former Business Continuity Director and Interim Emergency Manager has accepted a position with the county of Santa Cruz.
Test of New Everbridge System for CruzAlert
June 2, 2015
ITS and OES will be conducting a full-scale campus test of Everbridge on Wednesday, June 3 starting at 10:45 AM to ensure that the system is configured properly.
New Mass Notification System in the Works
April 30, 2015
UC Santa Cruz will soon start using a new mass notification system to power CruzAlerts, the text messages, emails and phone calls that warn the campus community of potential dangers.
UC Ready Enhancement Update
April 23, 2015
Update for the UC Ready Enhancement Project as of April 2015.
UC Ready Enhancement Project
March 5, 2015
In early 2014, the UC Ready Enhancement Project was established to improve the functionality of the UC Ready tool.
Winter Storm Preparedness
December 9, 2014
The National Weather Service is forecasting a significant winter storm for the Santa Cruz area beginning on 12/10 and intensifying on 12/11 As the first significant storm of the winter, this is a good opportunity to review storm preparedness information and resources.
OES Welcomes Alia Williams as Special Projects Assistant
November 14, 2014
The Office of Emergency Services is pleased to welcome student staff member Alia Williams to the OES team.
Ready Slug Video Migration
September 12, 2014
Student-developed campus safety videos have been moved to new OES YouTube Channel
Transition of CPR/AED/First Aid Training Program to OPERS
September 10, 2014
Recreation Department will become the primary CPR, AED and first aid training provider for the campus.
OES Announces Appointment of Nick Otis as Deputy Fire Marshal
August 4, 2014
The Office of Emergency Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Otis as the new Deputy Fire Marshal for the campus.
Press Release: City and UC Santa Cruz to Share Fire Services Beginning July 1
June 25, 2014
UC Santa Cruz to contract for fire emergency services with City of Santa Cruz. Office of Emergency Services formed to house Campus Fire Marshal, Emergency Management, Business Continuity Planning, Mass Notification (CruzAlert), and Public Education programs.
Changes in Fire and Emergency Management Services
June 25, 2014
Several services formerly under the UC Santa Cruz Fire Department will remain with the campus and be reassigned to Risk and Safety Services. This unit will be called the Office of Emergency Services (OES) and report to the associate vice chancellor, Risk and Safety Services.
UCSC and Santa Cruz Hosting Rescue Drills
August 20, 2013
Departments are hosting a series of county-wide mutual aid drills on campus the week of August 19, 2013.
February 17, 2013
CERT Class 12-01 Finishes Training
December 10, 2012
Newest CERT graduates include staff from Housing and Digital Arts
Recognition Ceremony for Lifesaving Actions
November 15, 2012
A recognition ceremony took place at the Stevenson Event Center on November 5 that honored sixteen individuals whose actions helped save three lives.
Campus Emergency Manager Chris Gaylord Receives CEM Designation
November 21, 2011
Certification recognizes experience in the field of emergency management
Health Alert: Stomach Flu Outbreak
October 10, 2011
The campus community and the Santa Cruz Health Department are monitoring and responding to an outbreak of Gastroenteritis, also know as the Stomach Flu, affecting students on campus and members of the larger Santa Cruz community.
Make Sure the CruzAlert System has your Contact Information
September 21, 2011
CruzAlert test scheduled for September 27, 2011
Information from County Public Health Related to Japan Crisis
March 17, 2011
Public Health Update on Japan's nuclear emergency
'The ground started moving all around me'
October 2, 2009
20 years after the Loma Prieta Earthquake of 1989
Campus Safety, Security Update and Scheduled CruzAlert Tests
April 16, 2009
Safety & security improvements in two years since Virginia Tech shootings
For campus emergencies, dial 9-1-1 from any landline or cell phone.
Do not call or e-mail OEM directly to report a hazardous situation.
To contact the Santa Cruz Fire Department at Station #4 directly or to schedule a station tour, please call (831) 420-5678
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