How should you report an emergency off campus and at the South Campus?

The correct method to report an emergency off campus and at the South Campus is to dial 9 and then 911, as indicated on your badge. This process typically means that the local telephone system has been set up to require the prefix '9' to access an outside line, followed by '911' to reach emergency services.

This approach is specifically designed to ensure that calls made from within the organization connect efficiently with local emergency responders. Additionally, having the instructions clearly indicated on your badge serves as a quick reference in urgent situations. This method is essential for assisting in rapid response times during emergencies, ensuring that help is dispatched without delay.

Other options, while they could potentially lead to reporting the situation, may not provide the fastest or most direct path to emergency services, which is crucial during an urgent situation. For example, calling the local police department may involve delays as it is not the standard emergency call protocol in many healthcare settings, dialing 0 for the operator would likely slow down the process by adding unnecessary steps, and contacting security directly on their mobile might not ensure that emergency services are contacted immediately.