Purpose:
This policy aims to ensure that timely warnings are issued to the Quincy College community in the event of an ongoing or continuing threat to safety, thereby promoting awareness and precautionary measures.
Policy Statement:
In the event that a situation arises, either on or off campus, that in the judgment of the President of Quincy College, their designee, or the Quincy or Plymouth Police Departments, constitutes an ongoing or continuing threat, a campus-wide "timely warning" notification shall be issued.
Notification Channels:
The timely warning notifications will be disseminated through the following channels:
- College email system
- Text messages to students, faculty, and staff
- The College’s website: quincycollege.edu
Authority and Responsibility:
These notifications will be prepared and approved by the President and Executive Vice President of Quincy College. The distribution of the notifications to the community will be managed by the following departments:
- Mission Support & Technology
- Administrative Services & Public Safety
- Marketing
Follow-Up Information:
Follow-up information will be disseminated through the channels throughout the duration of the crisis, as deemed appropriate. In circumstances that could pose an immediate threat to the community and individuals, requiring more immediate notification, the President of Quincy College or their designee will coordinate with the Office of Mission Support & Technology for additional methods of dissemination.
Reporting:
Anyone with information warranting a timely warning should report the circumstances immediately by phone at 857-225-1934 or in person at Public Safety located in the Student Lounge.
Review and Approval:
This policy shall be reviewed annually and updated as necessary to ensure effectiveness and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Original: June 2007
Revised/Updated: March 2014, October 2021, August 2022, October 2022, July 2024