Campus Emergency Operations Plan
Vanderbilt University maintains a comprehensive Emergency Operations Plan to guide the university’s preparedness for, response to, and recovery from emergencies and disasters that may affect our campus community.
Developed and maintained by the Office of Emergency Management, the EOP establishes a clear, coordinated framework for managing incidents of varying scale and complexity. The plan is designed to protect life and property, minimize disruption to university operations, and support effective decision-making during times of crisis.
The EOP defines roles and responsibilities across the university and aligns with the National Incident Management System (NIMS), as well as relevant federal, state, and local emergency management standards. It provides structure for incident command, coordination, communications, and resource management, ensuring that the university can operate seamlessly with external response partners when needed.
Emergency preparedness at Vanderbilt is a shared responsibility. Through continued education, drills, and coordination with campus partners, Vanderbilt remains committed to ensuring a safe, resilient, and well-prepared campus.
The most recent version of the EOP was finalized in November 2025. For more information, please contact the Office of Emergency Management (Jessamyn Davis).
Departmental Emergency Operation Plans
The Departmental Emergency Operations Plan’s primary purpose is to establish response procedures in conjunction with the Campus Emergency Preparedness program that mitigate danger and protect the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors in the event that an emergency occurs at Vanderbilt University.
The plan’s secondary purpose is to continue essential business services and maintain facility operations during an emergency and help to protect and secure university facilities, property, and equipment from loss.
This plan provides basic information needed to address emergency events and situations. Individual departments and/or buildings should use this plan and template to assist in developing individualized plans for their areas.
For information about the Departmental EOP, please contact Caitlyn Perry.