
Crisis Management Team



Miami has established a Crisis Management Team (CMT) to carry out its crisis management plan. Among preparations developed to respond in a disaster are large-scale power generators, communications via several means, a computer server off site in case Miami's is non-functioning, and police training in numerous dangerous situations. The Crisis Management Team's authority will include, but will not be limited to, the following:
- Students and employee safety
- External and internal communication, including email listservs and web pages
- Preparation and response to health emergencies
- Liaison with healthcare and emergency agencies
- Physical access to the university, its buildings, laboratories, and grounds
- Information Technology Services
- All purchasing and contracting, including temporary staff
- Emergency facilities and equipment
- Normal operating supplies and equipment
- Emergency payments or loans to staff and vendors
- Receipt of goods and services
- Utility/Facility restoration
- Personnel and benefits actions
- Space assignment
- Class schedules
The CMT includes representatives from the following university areas*:
- Office of the President
- Finance and Business Services
- Student Affairs
- Academic Affairs
- Environmental Health and Safety Offices
- Information Technology Services
- Physical Facilities and Auxiliary Services
- Office of University Communications
- University Police
- University Advancement
* Other offices and departments are included as needed.