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Feb 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Safety Committee Meeting Minutes
The meeting addressed several operational and security matters. Key discussion points included the distribution of the first edition of the new quarterly Campus Safety Newsletter, which received no immediate feedback. Updates were provided on ongoing infrastructure projects: the fire alarm panel replacement in Klein Hall is tentatively scheduled for Spring Break, and the fire alarm system in Melville Hall is slated for an update to improve location accuracy following a steam incident. Security enhancements for the Academic Center were discussed, involving the installation of alarms on classroom emergency exit doors integrated with the card access system, the installation of new CCTV cameras, and the replacement of an exterior door with card-only access. New business included a report on one worker's compensation claim, forthcoming safety audit results for the Academic Center highlighting fire safety concerns in mechanical rooms, and planning for Active Shooter/Situational Awareness training. Other departmental concerns covered heating issues in the Bear's Den, pending scoreboard repairs, and building audit follow-up for the OMGC building. Clarification was provided regarding the required use of ID badges for entry through the ADA-accessible door in the Academic Center, and the possibility of mandating lanyards for student IDs was mentioned.
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Key discussions included the outcome of recent residence hall fire drills at Pennswood and Klein Halls, with observations suggesting evacuations were slow, and planning for a drill at Melville Hall. An update on the Academic Center Security Project indicated card access readers are installed and being beta tested, with additional security cameras planned. Situational Awareness training sessions were successfully conducted in conjunction with the Montgomery County Office of Public Safety. New business addressed two recent Worker's Compensation claims involving slip and falls near the Academic Center. The committee reviewed the acceptance of the 2026 Safety Committee Certification Application, which secures a 5% discount on workers' compensation insurance. Preparation for snowstorms and the impending publication of the first Campus Safety Newsletter were also discussed. Follow-up actions included investigating a malfunctioning fire alarm panel at Klein Hall and addressing concerns about vehicles parked long-term near the Dental building.
Dec 18, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Safety Committee Meeting Minutes
Key discussions included an update on the Academic Center Security Project, noting a meeting with vendors regarding access control and door replacement/repair quotes, with card access installation expected to commence shortly, and over 350 new ID/access cards issued. Safety training covering Situational Awareness and Active Shooter response was scheduled for January 5, 2026. Old business addressed the lack of recent fire drills in non-residential buildings, with plans for January drills scheduled. New business included plans for the Chair to follow up on potential new Worker's Compensation Claims. A safety audit of Richter Hall was recently completed, and results are pending dissemination. The committee's 2026 annual recertification application is pending WCAIS approval. Around the Horn reports covered minor water leaks in Melville Hall and the Academic Center, correction of a lighting issue at an OMGC building exit, and installation of a new floor in a Nursing lab.
Nov 20, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Safety Committee Safety Committee Meeting Minutes
The meeting included an Annual Recertification Training conducted by JKJ Insurance representatives, focusing on committee requirements, quorum standards, and documentation responsibilities, especially regarding slips, trips, and falls. Old Business discussions covered the successful fire drill conducted at the OMGC building. Updates were provided on the Academic Center Security Project, which involves installing a new access control system and CCTV cameras, necessitating approximately 300 new ID/access cards. Active shooter training options are being reviewed in coordination with the Montgomery County Office of Public Safety. In New Business, the Chair confirmed no new Workers' Compensation claims were reported, and documentation for the 2026 state recertification submission is underway for December. Additional reports covered malfunctioning interior lighting in the OMGC building east stairwell and exterior entrance, confirmation that the OMGC elevator repair is complete, and ongoing efforts to ensure proper functionality of propped door alarms in Klein Hall.
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