Department of Safety & Emergency Management
The Department of Safety and Emergency Management provides programs and resources to help prepare and protect the TCC community in case of an emergency.
Our four divisions play important roles in:
- Preparing for, responding to and managing the recovery from emergency situations that affect our District
- Contributing to Districtwide emergency preparedness
- Maintaining the safety of our TCC community
- Identifying and mitigating hazards
- Preserving our facilities and equipment
Contact
Main Office
817-515-1600
Robie Robinson, Director of Department of Safety & Emergency Management
817-515-1298
robie.robinson@tccd.edu
Rita Lankston, Administrative Office Assistant
817-515-1996
rita.lankston@tccd.edu
Sharon Smalley, Administrative Office Assistant
817-515-1955
sharon.smalley@tccd.edu
Emergency Management
Emergency Management addresses emergencies and teaches the TCC community to think about hazards, prepare for them and know how to act when they occur.
Our program coordinates a comprehensive, all-hazards approach through the Emergency Management cycle of:
- Preparedness
- Response
- Recovery
- Mitigation
Emergency Management Plan
TCC maintains a comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (PDF will open in a new window).
The plan:
- Meets local, state and federal standards
- Is designed to obtain the swiftest, specialized emergency assistance for the protection of life and property at all TCC campuses
- Describes the protocol, resources, response partners and organizational structure that will activate to address any man-made, natural or technological disruption that might interfere with normal College activities
Contact
W. Kirk Driver CEM, TEM, MPA, Coordinator of Emergency Management
817-515-1290
kirk.driver@tccd.edu
Environmental Management
Environmental Management helps to keep our working and learning environment safe.
We work with campus facilities, departments and individuals so they comply with College, local, state and federal policies and regulations. Our programs include:
- Hazardous materials
- Stormwater program
- Asbestos and mold
- Fuel storage tanks
- Hazard communication
- Spill management & cleanup
- Indoor air quality
Contact
Steven Kleypas CHMM, Director of Environmental Management
817-515-1990
steven.kleypas@tccd.edu
Risk Management
Risk Management works to mitigate the risk of loss to the College community.
Our proactive programs include:
- Risk assessment
- Proper insurance coverage
- Vendor/Supplier insurance
- Use of facilities insurance
- Fleet safety
Contact
Michael Payton CIC, ARM, CRIS, Manager of Risk and Insurance
817-515-1829
michael.payton@tccd.edu
Safety Management
Safety Management promotes a safe and healthy environment for employees, faculty, students and visitors. We measure, evaluate and respond to hazards in the College community.
Our programs and services are designed to:
- Reduce risks to College personnel
- Emphasize personal responsibility and sound management
Contact
C. Tim LaPoint, Director of Safety
817-515-1408
tim.lapoint@tccd.edu
Updated February 11, 2013