Section 1: Stay Informed

In an emergency, the College of Eastern Idaho website is a primary source of information. During an emergency or when college operations are interrupted, regular updates will be posted at www.cei.edu.

College of Eastern Idaho utilizes several different channels to notify students and employees of emergency situations, interruptions, closures, and safety-related information including:

• CEI Website
• CEI Social Media accounts
• CEI Email
• Telephone, Text Message, and Voicemail Systems
• Outdoor digital signs.

CAMPUS PHONES:

There are campus phones in almost every room on campus. Campus Security can be reached at 208-535-5432 or in the event of an emergency please dial emergency services by dialing 911 or 8-911.

CEI CAMPUS SECURITY

The Facilities and Operations department, working alongside the Vice President of Finance and Administration, are committed to supporting a culture of safety and security at College of Eastern Idaho. These departments are responsible for security, parking services, conducting investigations, and emergency management/business continuity.

Our security officers respond in an “observe and report” capacity to violations related to College policies and regulations, federal and state statutes and municipal/regional by-laws. They will conduct minor investigations and will lend support in contacting local police services and/or agencies, as required. In addition, security officers conduct routine patrols of all buildings, grounds, and parking areas of the main campus and respond to all calls for service, and any intrusion alarms that may be activated. CEI security officers are NOT emergency responders.

CAMPUS SAFETY TIPS

• Always carry your CEI College student or employee ID Cards.
• Register for RAVE to keep your contact information up-to-date.
• Know your building number/name and emergency exits including location of first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and public Automated External Defibrillators (AED)
• Program emergency numbers into your mobile device
• Always report unusual and/or suspicious activities and items to Campus Security
• People with access and functional needs, include family, friends, roommates and co-workers in your plan by helping them understand your needs during an emergency.

If you are working late at night, alone or in an isolated area on campus you are asked to notify Campus Security. Security will make regular checks to ensure your safety and security while working late at night. Campus Security staff can also provide an escort service to your vehicle if requested. Please remember to contact Campus Security when you are leaving.

Parking Lot Safety:

Basic safety principals that you can use to help keep you safe when traveling to and from your vehicle:

• Park near your building in a highly visible and well-lit area
• Keep your valuables, including purses and recent purchases, out of sight. Always lock them in the trunk
• Lock the doors and roll up windows once you are in the vehicle
• Have a plan ahead of time. Know where you can go for safety and how to call for help
• Do not have a personal identification tag on your key ring. If your keys are lost or stolen, a thief will be able to find your vehicle or house
• Do not approach someone if they are loitering near your vehicle.

Always try to walk with a fellow student or coworker. Give your escort a ride back to the main entrance so they do not have to walk back alone. You can also request an escort to your vehicle by contacting Campus Security.