Emergency Management and Fire Prevention

H1N1 and Seasonal Influenza Preparedness

Ohio State has developed a website dedicated to sharing information regarding the H1N1 and seasonal influenza. To access this site, please go to Flu.OSU.edu
Our Vision:

To earn the distinction as a national leader in university public safety through commitment to our values.
Our Values:

We carry out our mission to the University committed to these values:
Integrity

Our duties are performed with the utmost honesty, consistency of character and ethical standards
Diversity

The acceptance and appreciation of the differences in culture, thought, and experiences of all individuals and to integrate those differences in all we do
Innovation

The commitment to generating and discovering new ideas and processes through creative inquiry
Service

The principal of assisting others who need our help and the setting aside of our individual needs to accomplish our goal
Respect

Treating all individuals with courtesy and dignity
Our Credo:

In everything we do, Communication, Cooperation and Collaboration
Need help writing a plan?
OSU Emergency Management is here to assist you with writing your emergency plan. Whether it is for home or office, we are here to help.

There are many resources across campus to assist with a variety of plans including Business Continuity Plans, Emergency Operations and Evacuations Plans and departmental emergency response plans.

Contact us at 247-4911 for more information on how we can help you be better prepared for all emergencies.
Emergency Information
During campus emergencies, OSU Emergency Mangement will compile all available information and place it here. We will include information on closures, hazards, emergency actions, etc.

Please bookmark this page.

During an emergency, if you have information to submit to be posted on this page, please send it to:

emergencymanagement@dps.ohio-state.edu
Pandemic Flu Information

Tips from OSU Medical Center on Staying Healthy


The Ohio Department of Health has established a Swine Flu Information Line. ODH representatives are available to answer your questions Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm at 1-866-800-1404

OSU's Counseling and Consultation Services recommends that we learn how to Manage Our Anxiety about Swine Flu

OSU's Public Health for Infectious Diseases Program has developed a Swine Flu Fact Sheet with a list of experts on the subject.


The United States Center for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a SWINE FLU EMERGENCY.

Protect yourself and others by taking these 6 simple steps:

1. Avoid Close Contact

2. Stay Home When You Are Sick

3. Cover Your Mouth and Nose

4. Clean Your Hands

5. Avoid Touching Your Eyes, Nose, Mouth

6. Practice Good Health Habits



Learn how to Cover Your Cough

Get your Flu Prevention Toolkit

Learn aboutGood Health Habits

Help us Stop the Spread of Germs


Additional information and resources are available at the CDC's website