Steps UNH has taken to Prepare for Disasters & Emergencies 
UNH has devoted considerable effort to establish a comprehensive Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) that is designed to structure the University’s response to the consequences of any disaster or emergency situation that would affect the University of New Hampshire. The EOP identifies an operational structure and outlines basic operational procedures that shall direct the response of those individuals and departments that would, in general course, be called upon to assist in responding to an emergency. Testing and refinement of the plan is ongoing. The University's Core Emergency Group meets periodically, and also whenever the national terror threat alert level rises, to coordinate the University's activities in response to the alert level.
For the framework of University emergency planning, different levels of emergencies are identified. These levels establish the fact that all emergencies, whether minor or major, human or property related, have a place within a university emergency continuum. It establishes, as well, the context of different emergencies and assists in the identification of a proper response.
Levels of Emergency
In all emergencies, preparation before hand is one of the fundamental tenets toward mitigating the effects of any emergency. The Office of Environmental Health and Safety has developed an Emergency Procedures Program to assist our campus departments in responding to and recovering from a variety of emergency situations. These events may include fires, bomb threats, hazardous material spills, medical emergencies and natural emergencies.
Emergency Preparedness Program Brochure
This brochure serves as an overview of individual responsibilities during an emergency.
Emergency Evacuation Drills
This brochure serves as an overview of individuals responsibilities during a building evacuation.