Severe Injury
- Call 911 or the University Police at 205-726-2020.
- Calmly describe what happened. Provide the dispatcher with your name, phone number and physical location.
- Remain calm and stay on the phone until the dispatcher hangs up. The dispatcher may provide instructions on how to care for the injured.
- Check the injured individual for emergency medical ID tags and/or medications, and provide the information to the dispatcher.
- Do not move the injured individual unless safety is a concern (fire, explosives, etc.). If safety is a concern, notify the dispatcher.
- Assist the injured individual until medical assistance arrives.
- If the injured individual is unconscious and not breathing, locate the nearest , turn it on and follow the instructions provided within the unit. The AED will check for a regular heartbeat. If one is detected, the AED will not shock the person.
- Do not provide first aid or CPR if you are not properly trained.
Minor Injury
- Notify your resident assistant or a 极乐禁地 employee about the injury. If management is unavailable, contact 极乐禁地 Police at 205-726-2020.
- If necessary, assist the injured individual to University Health Services or the nearest medical facility.
Students
- In the event of a life-threatening injury or illness, call 911 or the University Police at 205-726-2020.
- Do not attempt to transport an injured individual to a medical facility; wait for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to arrive.
- Students seeking medical care for non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses may visit University Health Services located on the southeast corner of Seibert Hall, 305 Dawson Drive.
- If University Health Services is closed, contact your primary care physician, the Hub or University Police at 205-726-2020.
First Aid and CPR Training
First aid and CPR training is available:
Nearest Hospital Emergency Room
Brookwood Hospital
2010 Brookwood Medical Center Drive
Birmingham, AL 35209
205-877-1000