Safety & Emergency

Emergency Notification System 

All Columbia community members will automatically receive emergency notifications on Microsoft Teams as well as through our intercom system.  

Fire Safety 

Fire alarms, sprinklers and extinguishers are our first line of defence in case of a fire. Community members are asked to value these tools and only use them as necessary in real emergencies.  In the event of a fire alarm, all students are required to exit the building immediately and report to staff and student leaders. Students are not permitted to re-enter the building until the fire department or appropriate designate, grants permission.  

On-campus fires are not permitted, due to municipal fire regulations, and for the safety of our community. 

Lockdown 

A lockdown is an emergency procedure intended to secure and protect occupants who are in the proximity of an immediate danger. Lockdown drills may occur at any time. If a lockdown is signalled, all members of the Columbia community should immediately shelter in place in a locked room with the lights off and blinds drawn.  All-Clear announcements will be made via the loudspeaker system and MS Teams only once a drill is complete or it is safe to no longer shelter in place. During a lockdown, community members should not answer the door or evacuate the building (even if the fire alarm is sounding) until the All-Clear announcement has been given. 

Protection of Privacy and Information 

In accordance with the laws of British Columbia, students have the right to access information that is in their student file. The exception to the above right is information that has been submitted to the college in confidence by a third party (e.g. references). In addition, students have the right to have their information protected. Thus, Columbia Bible College may not give out personal information regarding any student without the student’s permission. 

Security 

Security personnel are responsible for the security of persons, possessions, and buildings. They are required to keep a written record of all activity and unusual incidents on a nightly basis. Students must notify Security immediately in case of fire, suspicious movement, and other emergencies.  Security will be in contact with appropriate community agencies. The security phone number is found on the back of your Student ID card.  

24 Hour Campus Security: 604-853-7010

Theft & Damage 

In the case of any theft or damages on school property, students are asked to fill out an Incident Report that will go directly to the Dean of Students.  Students are also asked to notify their Residence Director if the theft or damage occurred in a College Residence.   

Additional Emergency Procedures  

For safety concerns, call Security 604-853-7010 (24 hours). 

1. In case of minor injury or illness: Call for, or send person, to one of the Campus First Aid personnel (listed above). 

2. In case of accident: Call the female Residence Director (604-853-3567 ext. 421), male Residence Director (604-853-3567 ext. 321), or the Dean of Students (604-853-3567 ext. 324).

3. For emergencies related to facilities: Call the Residence Director. 

4. Immobile Elevators: Call 604-853-7010 and then call the Campus First Aid personnel. 

On Campus Emergency Numbers 

For Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance), call 911. 

Off Campus Non-Emergency Numbers 

Non-Emergency Abbotsford Police Number: 604-859-5225 

Text: 222973 (Available 24/7)            

Poison Control: 1-800-567-8911