This time of year, it is important to stay informed and prepared in the event of flooding. The City of Greeley Stormwater Management Division has a few important tips that will help you stay safe before, during, and after a flood event:

● Before ●

Load a weather app on your phone and sign up for weather alerts through your local county (if available)

Sign up for UNC’s Emergency Alert System

Keep important documents in a water proof containers

Move valuable items to higher levels and/or store in a plastic bin

Consider installing a sump pump with a battery

● During ●

Listen to local weather reports

Turn around, don’t drown-remember that 6 inches of water can knock a person over and 1 foot of water can move a car

● After ●

Avoid wading through flood waters-you don’t know what may be underneath

Keep an eye on children especially around ponds that may not usually have water

Do not drive around barricades, they will be removed when it is safe to pass

T O R N A D O S H A P P E N . B E P R E P A R E D .

S T O R M W A T E R : S T A Y I N G S A F E I N A F L O O D

I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E :

D A T E S T O

R E M E M B E R :

July 4 — Independence Day

(University Closed)

July 28 — 8 week Summer

Session ends

August 16—Resident Halls

Open

August 20 –Fall semester

classes begin

September 3 –Labor Day

(University Closed)

J U L Y 2 0 1 8 V O L U M E 2 0 , I S S U E 3

For additional stormwater and water quality information visit:

UNC Environmental Health and Safety

& City of Greeley Stormwater Management Division

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S T O R M W A T E R 1

D I S T R A C T E D

D R I V I N G 2

C O N S T R U C T I O N

O N C A M P U S 2

N A T I O N A L

P R E P A R E D N E S S

M O N T H

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S U N E X P O S U R E 3

2 0 1 8 H E A L T H

A N D S A F E T Y

F E S T I V A L

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T I C K

P R E V E N T I O N 4

What is Distracted Driving?

Distracted driving is the act of driving while engaged in anything—texting, looking

after children or pets, talking on the phone or to a passenger, watching videos,

eating, or reading—that takes a driver's focus away from the road.

Distracted drivers cause an average of 40 crashes each day in Colorado

In 2016, 67 people were killed in distracted driving related accidents

In 2017, 89% of survey participants admitted to diving distracted within the week prior to the survey

Distracted driving puts you and everyone else on the road at risk. The Colorado

Department of Transportation is asking you to “Get Turned On” while driving.

Turn one of the many apps made to keep you and those around you

distraction-free while driving.

Click on the icons below to go to their website or go to your phones App source.

D I S T R A C T E D D R I V I N G

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C O N S T R U C T I O N O N C A M P U S

The Best Apps for staying Distraction Free

AT&T DriveMode

iPhone & Android

SafeRide

iPhone & Android

True Motion Family

iPhone & Android

Do Not Disturb

iPhone

Life Saver

iPhone & Android

For more information visit Colorado Department of Transportation

As members of the UNC community we are all aware of various construction

projects throughout campus, like the construction of the new Campus

Commons. These work zones are always moving and changing, meaning there

barricades, cones and other hazard indicators. To keep our campus safe, we

are reminding the Bear community to be aware as you travel around campus.

SAFETY TIPS

Obey construction signs and personnel providing direction

in work zones

Bikers and skateboarders should obey dismount zones and notices

Remember that large trucks and equipment often have limited

visibility, and may have a slower stop/reaction time

Report unsafe conditions to Facilities Management or the University

Police Department at (970) 351-2245

N A T I O N A L P R E P A R E D N E S S M O N T H

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Being informed and prepared in the event of an emergency or disaster is vital. July is National Preparedness Month and ready.gov has all the information and tips you need to “Be Informed, Plan Ahead, and Take Action”. The ready.gov site provides information on:

Extreme Heat

Tornadoes

Flooding

Hurricanes

Volcanoes

Disaster Kits

Financial Preparedness

Active Shooter

Nuclear Explosions

Earthquakes

Cybersecurity

Health Emergencies

S T A Y “ S U N S M A R T ”

2 0 1 8 H E A L T H A N D S A F E T Y F E S T I V A L

The 13th Annual UNC Health and Safety Festival is approaching. Here at UNC we

think it is important to treat health and safety of ourselves, of others, and of our

environment as a priority. This event is the perfect way to learn about and explore the

world of health and safety while having fun with your friends and family. Come by

and pick up some health and safety tips, free items and learn about new programs at

the Festival from 11:30am to 1:30pm, Wednesday, September 19, 2018.

This free event will include hands on activities, demonstrations, and free

giveaways. You will have an opportunity to see the inside of an Medivac

helicopter, watch Weld County K-9 demonstrations, participate in a hands-on

presentation with the Greeley Police Bomb Squad and Greeley Fire Department,

donate blood and visit with many other local safety, health and agencies at their

information booths.

We are so lucky to live in the beautiful landscape of colorful Colorado, but with the beauty and blue skies comes the

reality of living with intense sun exposures. Colorado has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the country, this can

be attributed to high altitude and a fairly active population. According to the EPA, unprotected exposure to UV-light,

which is a known cause of skin cancers, is the most preventable risk factor for sun damage.

This Summer, take care of yourself by following these 5 tips:

SLIP... on sun protective clothing SLOP... on SPF 30+

SLAP... on a hat SEEK... Shaded areas

SLIDE... on some sunglasses

The Mission of Environmental Health & Safety is to promote sound ecological management of campus resources and waste; a safe campus environment for students, faculty and

staff; and to reduce liabilities to the University and its constituents by ensuring compliance with Federal, State & local guidelines, and generally accepted standards of care.

T I C K P R E V E N T I O N

It’s tick season in Colorado, and this year the state has seen increases in the numbers of tick populations. It is important

to take precautions to keep yourself, your family, and your pets safe and protected from tick and other insect bites.

Here are 10 tips and suggestions for keeping tick-free this Summer:

1) Repel the Bugs — One great way to do this is to purchase Permethrin-treated clothing. This insecticide is also used in

antimalarial bed nets, and repels ticks, unlike conventional bug spray.

2) Be Proactive at Home — The most common way to get a tick, or contact a tick-borne

disease is activities close to home.

3) Stay in the Sun — Once you’ve protected yourself against the sun, remaining close to

sunny areas during tick season will reduce the risk of picking up ticks, as these critters

enjoy shady, humid environments.

4) Change the Landscape — Ticks around the home generally stay within a few yards of

any wooded areas. Use landscaping to prevent exposure to ticks and the animals that carry

them such as deer and mice. This means keeping common play areas in open spaces that

get regular sun.

5) Check the Dog — Ticks love to hitchhike into the home on our furry friends. Giving your pets a good rub down and even

an after-play spray with the hose will help tremendously.

6) Cover Up — When hiking or in wooded areas, wearing light weight long pants and often sleeves is a must. Tucking

pants into socks may look a little funny, but it could protect you from illness later on.

7) Lighten Up — Having lighter color clothing can help you identify a small tick nymph on your clothes much easier.

8) Quick Drying Clothes — Ticks are very vulnerable to drying out, so after a hike a quick spin in the dryer may be all you

need to kick and kill these hitchhiking parasites.

9) Shower and Inspect — After any high-risk activities, drying your

clothing and an immediate shower followed by a tick inspection

should keep you and your family tick-free for the summer.

10) Remove the Tick — Even after taking precautions, ticks may

still slip by. If you do end up noticing a tick on you, quickly remove

the tick by grabbing it at the base of the head with tweezers or

forceps and pulling it out. You should contact your doctor

immediately if any flue-like symptoms emerge.

Parsons Hall

501 20th Street

Campus Box 57

Greeley, CO 80639

Phone: 970-351-2446

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E N V I R O N M E N T A L H E A L T H A N D S A F E T Y

Bear in Mind (BIM) is a publication brought to you by

your campus Environmental Health and Safety Depart-

ment (EHS). We are interested in your thoughts and

submissions. Contact the Environmental Health and

Safety department at 970-351-1149. Sugges-

tions can also be sent by campus mail attention EHS,

Campus Box 57. Bear in Mind issues come out every

quarter. Find current and archived issues on line at the

EHS Website.