The Risk Management Advisory Council developed the lightning safety program and policy to establish standard procedures for determining safe practices for outdoor events and activities when lightning is forecast or present. The President approved the policy in February 2001.

• University Policy 7-46 Lightning Safety for Outdoor Activities

• Examples of Lightning Safety Procedures for University Departments

• Devices Used for Monitoring Lightning

Questions regarding the lightning safety program should be referred to your safety committee chair or the Departments of Public Safety at extension 2222 or Environmental Health & Safety at extension 8475.