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Brightpoint has put many procedures in place in case of an emergency on campus.

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Review the information below to understand what steps to take if an emergency takes place on campus. In addition, by signing up for Brightpoint Alert you can be notified of emergencies happening on campus.

Emergency Quick Reference Guide 

Reporting an Emergency

To report an emergency or to receive assistance from Security Services, call or visit one of the security desks on either campus.

Chester Campus
804-796-4025

Desk locations:
Discovery Hall – lobby
Goyne Hall – lobby
Moyar Hall – 1st floor near M101, 2nd floor near M221
Nicholas Center – lobby

Midlothian Campus
804-897-6678

Desk locations:
Administration Building – 1st floor lobby
Eliades Hall – 2nd floor next to E215
Hamel Hall – 1st floor in H113 (near H109)
Trailblazer Hall – 1st floor lobby 

Closings and Changes to College Operations

  • If an active shooter is in your vicinity, quickly determine the most reasonable way to protect your life.

    1. Evacuate the area if possible.
         • Have an escape route and plan in mind before attempting to evacuate.
         • Leave your belongings behind.
         • Keep your hands visible.

    2. If it is too dangerous to leave the area, hide.
        • Do not remain in an open hallway or area.
        • Hide in an area out of the shooter’s view.
        • Block entry to your hiding place by barricading and/or locking the doors.
        • Silence your cell phone, mobile device, and/or pager.
    3. Take action as a last resort and only if your life is in imminent danger.
        • Attempt to incapacitate the shooter.
        • Act with physical aggression and throw items at the active shooter.

    Call 911 when it is safe to do so.

  • If you find a suspicious device/package:

    • Do NOT attempt to pick up the device/package.
    • Do NOT sound the fire alarm, use 2-way radios or use cell phones as they may trigger an explosive device.
    • Evacuate the immediate area.
    • Report the device to the nearest security officer.
  • If an earthquake occurs, immediately take the following steps:
    If you are indoors:

    • Drop to the ground.
    • Take cover by getting under a sturdy desk or table.
    • Hold on until the shaking stops.

    If you are outdoors:
    Move quickly away from buildings, utility poles and other structures.

    If you are in an automobile:
    Stop in the safest place available, preferably away from power lines and trees, and stay in your vehicle for shelter.

    After the earthquake stops, college personnel will examine Brightpoint's facilities to determine if evacuations are needed.

  • If a fire alarm sounds or you are ordered to evacuate by security, leave the building by the nearest marked exit (noted on the evacuation maps posted in each room). Do not use elevators. Unless otherwise instructed, you should proceed to the following locations:

    Chester Campus

    Beacon Hall – Parking Lot A
    Discovery Hall – Parking Lot C
    Facilities – Parking Lot H
    Goyne Hall – Parking Lot A
    Moyar Hall – Parking Lot F
    Nicholas Center – Parking Lot I

    Midlothian Campus

    Administration Building – Parking Lot C
    Eliades Hall – Parking Lot A
    Facilities – Parking lot next to Facilities building
    Hamel Hall – Parking Lot D
    Trailblazer Hall – Parking Lot C

  • In the case of a fire, follow these steps as you evacuate the building:

    • If it can be done safely, close all windows and internal doors.
    • If you are in an area filled with smoke, drop to the floor, and keep your head no more than 8 – 12 inches off the floor.
    • Before opening any door, feel it for heat. Do not open doors that are hot.
    • Leave the building by the nearest marked exit (noted on the evacuation maps posted in each room).
    • Do not use elevators.
    • To report a fire or other emergency, call 911 or Security Services.
  • The college maintains first aid kits and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for use by those trained in CPR and first aid.

    Automated External Defibrillator Locations

    Chester Campus

    Beacon Hall - outside B132a, outside B156
    Discovery Hall – wall outside restrooms
    Facilities
    Goyne Hall – outside room A101
    Moyar Hall – behind security desk (1st floor), outside M216 (2nd floor)
    Nicholas Student Center – outside N113, outside N106, outside N150 reception area, outside N168, security desk in lobby

    Midlothian Campus

    Administration Building – behind security desk (1st floor), next to stairwell (2nd floor)
    Eliades Hall - outside E217 (2nd floor), outside E321 (3rd floor)
    Facilities
    Hamel Hall – outside H110 (1st floor), outside H206 (2nd floor), outside H320 (3rd floor)
    Trailblazer Hall – behind 1st floor security desk, fitness center (1st floor)

    First Aid Kits

    Chester Campus

    Discovery Hall - security desk
    Facilities
    Goyne Hall – security desk
    Moyar Hall – security desk (1st floor), security desk (2nd floor)
    Nicholas Student Center – security desk in lobby, security office in N147

    Midlothian Campus

    Administration Building – security desk (1st floor)
    Eliades Hall - security desk (2nd floor)
    Facilities
    Hamel Hall - security office in H113
    Trailblazer Hall - security desk (1st floor), fitness center (1st floor)

    Training Information
    For information on how to receive training in CPR and first aid, visit the Greater Richmond Chapter – American Red Cross website, or call the chapter at 804-780-2250.

  • In the event of a hazardous or suspected hazardous spill:

    • Do NOT touch or attempt to clean up the substance.
    • Secure the area.
    • Notify the nearest college faculty or staff member, who will then report the incident to Security Services.
  • Certain emergency situations may require Brightpoint to go on lockdown. If a lockdown is issued, you must remain in your office or classroom and lock or barricade all doors and windows. You must remain in place until an all clear is given by the incident commander or authorized college personnel.

    If you have questions about how or when lockdowns are used, please contact Security Services.

  • In the case of severe weather, such as a tornado warning, it is important to remain calm and stay indoors. You may be instructed to proceed to the college's severe weather shelters. Go to the shelter closest to where you are at the time of the warning.

    Chester Campus

    Beacon Hall – B121
    Discovery Hall – D125, D128
    Facilities – Moyar Hall M114
    Goyne Hall – A102
    Moyar Hall – M122, M130, M132, M134, M136, 1st floor hallways near M110/M114 and M132/M134
    Nicholas Center – N102

    Midlothian Campus

    Administration Building – B115b, 1st floor hallway near B108
    Eliades Hall – E113, E115, E117
    Facilities – Restrooms
    Hamel Hall – H105, H107, H109
    Trailblazer Hall - Lynn Theatre T112


    Severe Weather Tips

    The National Weather Service (NWS) provides information on how to prepare for all types of severe weather – from hurricanes, tornadoes and severe thunderstorms to heat waves, winter storms and flooding.

Brightpoint
Chester Campus
13101 Route 1 (Formerly Jefferson Davis Highway) Chester, Virginia 23831-5316
Phone 804-796-4000
Phone 800-552-3490
TDD 804-796-4197 - TDD
Midlothian Campus
800 Charter Colony Parkway Midlothian, Virginia 23114-4383
Phone 804-796-4000
Phone 800-552-3490
TDD 804-796-4197 - TDD

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