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Pi Kappa Alpha

Health and Safety Handbook

Updated August 2019

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Foreword

Most of the contents of this handbook are the result of a compilation of information from various chapters and various brothers affiliated with the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity for the use by any chapter which is interested in establishing or improving its programming. It also contains the Fraternity Standards and an outline and scope of the Fraternity’s Liability Protection Program.

It should be understood that each chapter is self-governing and solely responsible for its day-to-day, week-to- week and month-to-month operation and nothing herein is intended as or should be deemed as supervision, direction, monitoring, oversight or as an effort to control the local chapter by the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, which is a fraternal affiliation of over 220 chapters, over 15,000 active undergraduate members and over 260,000 alumni and several nonprofit corporations, including, but not limited to Oak Service Corporation, a Tennessee nonprofit corporation which serves as a clearinghouse and an administrator for purposes of organizing meetings and conventions, publishing fraternal publications and performing other functions for the entire Fraternity. This handbook contains a number of educational guidelines with suggestions and recommendations for “best practices” developed by various chapters which were able to develop successful programs. It is published and available to any chapter through the clearinghouse in Memphis as a form of brotherly advice.

Any language contained herein which could possibly be construed as “mandatory” such as “do this” or “do that” is only in the form of a recommendation that if one wishes to get the most benefit out of using the suggestions in the handbook, then the suggestions can be utilized with the understanding that any handbook is, at most, a guide and that the users should substitute their own experience and judgment to use, adapt or modify the suggestions and recommendations contained herein as appropriate for their chapter. In other words, the handbook is a guide from which a chapter can use to establish, improve or build their own programs, using their own knowledge, common sense, ideas and experience and to assist a chapter from time to time as a reference for ideas and suggestions. In turn, each chapter is encouraged to share good ideas with other chapters by advising the administrative clearinghouse for possible inclusion in future publications.

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Table of Contents

Foreword ... 2

Introduction ... 5

What is PIKE Health & Safety? ... 5

What does this mean for the overall Fraternity? ... 5

The Health and Safety Committee ... 6

Specific Functions of the Health and Safety Committee ... 7

The Fraternity’s Standards ... 8

Alcohol and Drug Use on Today’s Campuses ... 13

Helping the Intoxicated ... 13

Basic Principles ... 13

Guidelines for Immediate Care ... 14

Obtaining Medical Assistance ... 14

The Chapter Statement of Position on Hazing ... 15

CHAPTER STATEMENT OF POSITION ON HAZING: LIST OF ACTIVITIES ... 17

CHAPTER STATEMENT OF POSITION ON HAZING ... 18

Sexual Abuse and Harassment ... 19

Chapter House Safety ... 21

13 Tips to Live By ... 21

Surviving a Chapter House Fire ... 22

House Security and General Safety ... 22

Liability Protection Program ... 23

Contractual Agreements & Additional Insured ... 23

Automobiles and Transportation ... 23

Weapons ... 23

Members Personal Property ... 23

Request for Certificates of Insurance ... 24

Reporting an Accident or Incident ... 25

What Determines a Chapter Event? ... 25

Health and Safety Educational Programming ... 26

Resources for Health and Safety Education ... 27

Crisis Management ... 28

Dealing with the Media ... 28

Ways to Deal with the Media ... 29

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Developing a Chapter Health and Safety Program ... 31

List of Things to Consider Including in a Chapter Health and Safety Program ... 31

Supplemental Resources ... 33

Conclusion ... 34

HEALTH AND SAFETY HANDBOOK THE PI KAPPA ALPHA FRATERNITY

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Introduction

The history of the Greek movement has been marked with alcohol abuse, drugs, gender relations, hazing, and fatal fires --- much of which could have been avoided had the necessary steps been taken to be aware of and prepare for the possible risks. Risks are defined as any actions that have a potential to result in negative

consequences for others or ourselves. Many of the chapter’s social events, new member activities, etc. are simply a result of habit or tradition. No intentional decision is being made to risk a new member’s life with any particular activity. Yet, unfortunately, many of the decisions do involve risk, do have unanticipated consequences, and do cause a ripple or domino effect far greater than anyone might ever anticipate.

The health and safety process is not a stop-and-go proposition. It is intended to be ongoing. The chapter’s health and safety practices should be the result of continual improvement. A complete review of policies, procedures, and practices should be made quarterly. This will ensure the program is keeping pace with the needs of the chapter, and the chapter is actively supporting the program.

Problems and setbacks can be expected. However, the very best programs, under continual scrutiny and constant improvement, will overcome these obstacles to see that the welfare of the chapter is being served.

Above all else, Pi Kappa Alpha cares about the health and safety of our members and guests.

What is PIKE Health & Safety?

The PIKE Health & Safety program provides strategies for students focusing on:

Expectations Intervention Accountability

These three areas have always been central to Pi Kappa Alpha’s educational efforts. Health & Safety provides a comprehensive and holistic approach to chapter operations.

Moreover, the health and safety of Pi Kappa Alpha members and guests is what we are striving to achieve and, ultimately, what matters most.

What does this mean for the overall Fraternity?

Pi Kappa Alpha continues to focus on educational efforts empowering members and volunteers to operate from a principle of self-governance within the framework of the Fraternity’s Standards. Resources and education encompass the fundamental obligation to “do the right thing” and how to meet that obligation.

PIKE will continue to emphasize the importance of understanding expectations established by Fraternal Standards; however, we also provide training resources that empower chapters to adopt student–driven chapter leadership and successfully establish behavior expectations for members and guests based on the law, fraternal Standards, and institutional policies.

Furthermore, chapter leadership will continue to be provided support in the development of intervention strategies to increase understanding of expectations and models for implementing chapter-level accountability when brothers or guests act outside of the stated standards of behavior.

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The Health and Safety Committee

It could be argued that the health and safety committee consists of the entire chapter. After all, a single decision by a single member can set off a chain of events that can lead to a major health and safety crisis. So, although the list below is referred to as the “health and safety committee,” they are more appropriately viewed as the “coaching staff”. They develop the game plan, direct the practice sessions, and motivate all the participants. Every member and associate of the chapter must work to put the game plan into action.

While the chapter’s composition of the health and safety committee may vary, the following is a good starting point. And although each committee member has a specific task, each must cooperate with the other committee members to accomplish the chapter’s health and safety goals, policies, and procedures.

Health and Safety Chairman: The chapter’s health and safety chair supervises the health and safety team. The president should appoint him. He is responsible for the overall management of the program. He should make sure that his committee members are educated and dedicated to effective health and safety practices, in general, and to their particular areas of responsibility.

Chapter President: While the health and safety chair is responsible for the health and safety team’s efforts of the chapter, the president bears special responsibility. The chapter president could be held personally responsible should the chapter fail to adhere to the Fraternity’s Standards. Thus, the chapter president should be closely involved with all activities of the health and safety team. He must remember, however; that the health and safety chairman should have the authority and support necessary to properly run his committee.

Health and Safety Advisor: The chapter’s health and safety advisor provides the much needed perspective of an alumnus on the important issue of health and safety. This advisor also acts as a liaison to the other alumni groups (i.e. housing corporation and alumni association) and external constituencies such as the university and community. An ideal health and safety advisor would provide an attorney’s perspective on health and safety concerns. Some other duties include helping to develop a crisis management plan, educating the membership, resourcing speakers to present to the chapter, and maintaining a working relationship with police, fire, and health inspectors.

The Social Chairman: The individual most responsible for planning social events within the framework of the health and safety policy must be thoroughly educated on and engaged in the chapter’s health and safety program. By placing the social chairman on the committee, the social chairman’s and health and safety chairman’s

relationship is cooperative. These two individuals are on the same team with the same goals of health and safety and this will help ease the road to effective health and safety practices. Be cautious that this relationship does not turn into a monitoring role, rather than a collective and cooperative health and safety team. The social chairman should also be cognizant of coordinating any social event in accordance with any and all university regulations, interfraternity council (IFC) regulations, and the Fraternity’s Standards.

Health and Safety Advisor

Member-at-Large Social Chairman

House Manager Chapter President

Health and Safety Chairman

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House Manager (if applicable): All chapter facilities should always comply with all local fire and health codes and standards. It is the responsibility of the house manager to monitor, maintain, and ensure the chapter’s adherence to the fire and health codes with regards to the chapter facility. Therefore, it is extremely important that the house manager be properly educated on all the local fire and health codes as well as proper crisis management protocol.

The Member–at–Large: Some chapters consider appointing one or more members-at-large to the health and safety committee. This can be helpful in a large chapter or one that does not currently have a chapter facility. The members-at-large should be members who can be counted on to sell the team’s program in chapter meetings and among the other brothers outside of formal meetings. The health and safety chairman and his team will often encounter resistance when they sell their program. The members-at-large are typically influential members of the chapter who can and will counter the resistance as well as gain the support of the chapter for the health and safety policies.

Specific Functions of the Health and Safety Committee

The ultimate responsibility for taking charge of the chapter’s health and safety program rests with the health and safety chair. As recommended, the best way to meet this responsibility is through a team. The following is a list of functions compiled from the Fraternity’s most successful chapters:

• Upon election, develop or update a comprehensive health and safety policy to be submitted to the chapter for approval and to implement upon approval.

• Develop and implement a chapter crisis management plan that dictates how the chapter responds in the event of a crisis.

• Ensure the chapter is educated in and adheres to the Standards, Constitution and Chapter Codes of the Fraternity, the chapter’s health and safety policies, the interfraternity council (IFC) and the university policies and protocol where the chapter is located.

• Ensure all chapter functions are conducted in accordance with the Fraternity’s Standards.

• All members and new members should be educated on, adhere to, and sign the Chapter Statement of Position on Hazing.

• Educate the social chairman in health and safety best practices.

• Develop a plan for fire prevention, to include elements of fire prevention, safety measures, and emergency procedures to be followed in the event of a fire, to be submitted to the chapter for approval.

• Conduct a program of education for the chapter on the prevention of fires, sexual assault, and drug and alcohol abuse or misuse; fire safety measures; and emergency procedures to be utilized in the event of a crisis.

• To allow the chapter’s facility, if any, to be inspected by a qualified official for the purpose of maintaining it in a safe condition.

• To report violations of the health and safety plan, if any, to the chapter at a regular chapter meeting, and at regular times and places to encourage the chapter members to abide by the health and safety plan.

• To make quarterly assessments of the chapter’s health and safety practices and make recommendations to the executive council of the chapter.

• To report immediately to the International Fraternity any occurrences that might give rise to a claim against the chapter, its alumni association, its local house corporation, and/or the Fraternity.

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The Fraternity’s Standards

As established by the Fraternity’s

Conventions attended by its various chapters, each chapter and colony of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity shall maintain The Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Standards as a condition of its charter as a chapter in good standing with the Fraternity or as a prerequisite for a colony to obtain a charter from the Fraternity. Each member and officer of a chapter or colony shall comply with the Standards as a condition to maintain his membership and/or officer position in good standing with the chapter or colony.

Each chapter or colony is

encouraged to adopt and enforce additional standards suitable for their particular circumstances. As health and safety chairman, you should work to educate the members on various policies and expectations. You should see to it that these Standards are

implemented; in particular, the health and safety chairman should ensure that these policies are integrated into the chapter’s social program.

This duty is not an easy one. It will

take a great deal of leadership and skill but most of all, it will take teamwork. Take time to educate the

membership on why such plans are necessary. And most importantly, be prepared to stand your ground. Whether the forum is an executive council meeting, committee meetings, chapter meetings, or an informal setting, give no ground in the fight for effective health and safety practices.

The health and safety committee should ensure the chapter is properly educated on the Standards as well as the chapter’s specific health and safety policies and procedures.

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The document pictured on this page should be signed by the chapter president at the beginning of each academic term and sent to the International Fraternity to confirm the chapter has reviewed and educated its members on the Standards.

By signing this document, the president acknowledges he has read the Standards to the chapter or colony at a regularly scheduled meeting and will continue to do so again at the first meeting of each school term for as long as he is president or instruct his successor to do so. He also acknowledges the Standards have been posted in a

conspicuous place throughout the chapter/colony facility or that it is made readily available to every member by either electronic means or distributed to the entire membership.

The chapter or colony can obtain a PDF version of the Standards by clicking on the chapter resources section of the Fraternity’s website (www.pikes.org). As health and safety chairman, you are charged with creating and revising the chapter health and safety policy and one of the most important components of that policy and a condition on the chapter’s charter or a prerequisite for a colony is abiding by ALL of the Standards. Therefore, it is a recommended practice that you print a copy of the Standards and include them

in the chapter’s/colony’s health and safety program.

As it has been explained, the Standards are a condition of a chapter’s charter or a colony’s prerequisite to receive its charter, it is extremely important that the chapter or colony review and comply with the Standards in order to provide a safe environment for all members and guests of the chapter or colony.

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STANDARDS OF THE PI KAPPA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL FRATERNITY

As established by the Fraternity’s conventions attended by its various chapters, each chapter of The Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity shall maintain the following standards as a condition of its charter as a chapter in good standing with the International Fraternity, or as a prerequisite for a colony to obtain a charter from the International Fraternity. Each member and officer of a chapter or colony shall comply with the following standards as a condition to maintain his membership and/or officer position in good standing with the chapter or colony.

ALCOHOL AND DRUGS

1. The possession, use, and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages while on chapter premises, during an official chapter event, or in any situation sponsored or endorsed by the chapter must be in compliance with any and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and university policies.

2. The chapter, members, and guests shall follow the federal law regarding illegal drugs and controlled substances. The possession, sale, and/or use of any illegal drugs or controlled substances at any chapter house, chapter-sponsored or co-sponsored event, or at any event that an observer would associate with the chapter, is strictly prohibited.

3. Alcoholic beverages present at any chapter event shall either be:

a. Provided and sold on a per-drink basis by a licensed and insured third-party vendor (e.g., restaurant, bar, caterer, etc.); or b. Brought by individual members and guests through a bring your own beverage (“BYOB”) system.

4. The presence of alcohol products above 15% alcohol by volume (“ABV”) is prohibited on chapter premises at all times. Alcohol products above 15% ABV may be served off chapter premises by a licensed and insured third-party vendor.

5. The purchase or use of a bulk quantity or common source(s) of alcoholic beverages by a chapter is prohibited.

6. Alcoholic beverages shall not be purchased through the chapter treasury, nor shall any individual member undertake to purchase or coordinate the purchase of alcoholic beverages for fraternity members or guests in the name of or on behalf of the chapter.

7. A chapter shall not co-host or co-sponsor, or in any way participate in, an activity or event with another group or entity that purchases or provides alcohol.

8. A chapter shall not co-host or co-sponsor an event with a bar, event promoter, or alcohol distributor; however, a chapter may rent a bar, restaurant, or other licensed and insured third-party vendor to host a chapter event.

9. Attendance by non-members at any event where alcohol is present shall be by invitation only, and the chapter shall utilize a guest list system. Attendance at events with alcohol is limited to a 3:1 maximum guest-to-member ratio. Furthermore, attendance shall not exceed the local fire and building code capacities of the chapter premises or host venue.

10. Any event or activity related to the new member joining process (e.g., recruitment, intake, rush, etc.) shall be substance free. No alcohol or drugs may be present if the event or activity is related to new member activities, meetings, or initiation into the Fraternity, including but not limited to “bid night,” and any ritual or ceremony.

11. The chapter, members, or guests shall not permit, encourage, coerce, glorify or participate in any activities involving the rapid consumption of alcohol, such as drinking games.

HAZING

1. No member or chapter shall conduct hazing activities. Hazing is defined as:

• Any activity that might reasonably be expected to bring embarrassment or psychological harm to the individual;

• Any activity that might reasonably be expected to bring physical harm to the individual;

• Any activity that might reasonably be expected to degrade or otherwise compromise the dignity of the individual;

• Any activity that might reasonably be expected to require an unreasonable or inordinate amount of the individual’s time, or in any manner impair the individual’s academic efforts;

• The required consumption of any liquid, gas, or solid matter;

• Any requirement which compels an individual to participate in any activity which is illegal or contrary to the individual’s genuine moral and/or religious beliefs, or contrary to the rules and regulations of the university. 2. Each member and new member shall refuse to participate in any hazing activity and shall refuse to permit hazing

from being inflicted upon them.

3. The Chapter Statement of Position on Hazing shall be presented to each new member by the chapter’s new member educator.

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SEXUAL ABUSE

1. No chapter shall tolerate or condone any form of sexually abusive behavior, whether physical, mental, or emotional. This includes any actions that are demeaning to individuals, including but not limited to sexual assault and sexual harassment.

2. Each member and new member shall refuse to engage in any sexually abusive behavior.

FIRE, HEALTH AND SAFETY

1. All chapter houses should at all times comply with all local fire and health codes and standards.

2. All chapters should post emergency numbers for fire, police, and ambulance in common areas. Evacuation routes should be posted on the back of the door of each sleeping room.

3. All chapters and housing corporations should comply with financially feasible and reasonable engineering, fire, health, or safety recommendations, as submitted by the insurance company.

EDUCATION

1. At the onset of each academic period, the chapter president shall review these standards with the entire chapter membership and submit a signed copy of the officer acknowledgement to the International Fraternity.

2. Annually, each chapter shall educate every member and new member in proper risk management practices and should have a written chapter-specific health and safety program that is maintained and presented to the chapter on an annual basis.

3. Each new member shall complete the GreekLife.edu program as part of the onboarding process.

4. Each chapter shall meet minimum attendance levels for every type of PIKE Universityevent, with higher attendance encouraged for leadership summits:

a. Leadership Summits: 5

b. Chapter Executives Conference: 3 c. The Academy: 3

i. Every member is encouraged to attend at least one PIKE University event during their undergraduate experience.

5. Chapters shall notify a representative of the Fraternity within 24 hours of any situation or event that may have been inconsistent with these standards.

ADVISORY SUPPORT

1. Each chapter shall maintain an accredited chapter advisor.

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Each chapter or colony is encouraged to adopt and enforce additional standards suitable for their particular circumstances. Each chapter or colony and its members are self-operated by adult college students, which means that these standards are self-enforcing by the chapters or colonies and their members. It should be understood that the Fraternity DOES NOT and CANNOT oversee, monitor, supervise or direct the daily or any other activity of hundreds of chapters and thousands of members located throughout the United States and Canada. It should be further understood that membership does not mean that a member is an agent, servant or employee of a chapter. It should also be understood that the grant of a charter to a chapter by the Fraternity does not make that chapter an agent, servant or employee of the Fraternity or any other entity affiliated with the Fraternity.

STANDARDS OF THE PI KAPPA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL FRATERNITY

Chapters and members that conduct themselves in accordance to the Standards shall be considered in

good standing with the Fraternity, eligible to receive the benefits, support, and resources associated

thereto. The Standards also serve as a prerequisite for obtaining a charter of the Fraternity.

OFFICER ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I have read the Standards to the chapter/colony membership at a regularly-scheduled meeting, and will do

so again at the first meeting of each school term, or will instruct my successor to do so. The Standards have

been posted in a conspicuous place within the chapter/colony house (as applicable) and will remain posted throughout the year.

I agree to notify a representative of the Fraternity within 24 hours of any situation or event that may have

been inconsistent with the Standards.

I understand that I may be suspended from office and/or expelled from the Fraternity, or my chapter’s charter

may be suspended, if I fail, or my chapter fails, to comply with these Standards. (For colonies: I understand

that failure to comply with these Standards may result in a discontinuation of affiliation with the Fraternity.)

Name (printed):

Officer Title: Chapter:

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Alcohol and Drug Use on Today’s Campuses

Alcohol and drugs are extremely relevant in today’s college atmosphere. The decision to use drugs, legal such as alcohol or illegal such as marijuana, cocaine, or ecstasy, is a personal choice and should not be taken lightly. The Fraternity Standards, federal, state, and local laws as well as health and safety concerns should all be considered before the choice is made. The right to abstain from alcohol or drug use is a choice that everyone has, including you.

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), two out of five college-aged students have reportedly engcollege-aged in binge drinking activities at least once in the past two weeks. The NIAAA also estimates that 1,700 college students between the ages of 18 and 24 die each year from alcohol-related unintentional injuries, including motor vehicle crashes. Furthermore, about four in five of all college-aged students drink.

The misuse or abuse of alcohol or illicit drugs causes many health concerns; therefore, alcohol or drugs should never be used to relax, deal with depression or “de-stress”, nor should the same go for the intent of any social activity. Alcohol and drugs are very addictive; can cause impairment of ability and

judgment causing accidents; and can cause heart, liver, and brain damage. Long-term abuse, accidents, or overdose could result in a coma and/or death.

Should anyone choose to drink, the choice should be done so responsibly.

People abuse drugs for a variety of reasons. The most common being the psychoactive (mind-altering) properties of the drugs. Peer-pressure to experiment, enjoyment from taking the drug, or the belief that drugs can solve their problems are several other reasons why people use drugs. A chemical dependency is a realistic possibility with individuals who use drugs or alcohol. There are several symptoms of chemical dependency that are focused around the compulsions to use drugs and alcohol. Compulsions are evident in behavior that is inappropriate, unpredictable, constant, and excessive (i.e. drinking before an 8:00 a.m. class).

The four phases of substance abuse are listed below for your information:

1. Experimentation- Experiences the effects of transferring from normal to euphoric feelings 2. Compulsion- Growing anticipation of effects; preoccupied with experiencing effects; desires

regular use; develops tolerance (requires more of a drug to obtain the same level of effect) 3. Delusions- Experiences depressions after euphoria; rationalizes all negative behavior

and feelings; experiences blackouts

4. Dependency- Uses chemicals to feel normal. Reality is distorted to the extent that continual use is required to cope with day-to-day living

Drug and alcohol abuse are prevalent throughout society; thus it is important to understand how to help someone who is experiencing substance abuse. In an ideal situation, no chapter member or guest of the chapter will have a problem with drug or alcohol abuse. Ultimately, intervention is a strong, reliable method for initiating treatment. Should you or other chapter members experience an individual who abuses substances, it is recommended you help that person seek professional help through the university, Alcoholics Anonymous, or Narcotics Anonymous.

Helping the Intoxicated

In the unfortunate chance someone has consumed too many drinks, it is important that the chapter be prepared to handle the intoxicated individual. The tips below are from The Gordie Center, which creates and distributes evidence-based educational programs and materials to reduce hazardous drinking and promote peer intervention.

Basic Principles

• If you have any doubt about an intoxicated person’s safety, you need to err on the side of caution and call 911.

• If you are also intoxicated, enlist the help of a sober friend because your decision-making may be impacted.

• Remember, an intoxicated person is not rational. Alcohol has impacted judgment - you cannot reason with someone who is intoxicated.

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more effective. Try to stay calm and quiet.

• If the intoxicated person becomes violent or uncooperative, your first priority is your own safety and the safety of those around you. Call for assistance, up to and including the police.

• An intoxicated person who is staggering, vomiting, or passing/passed out may need emergency care. Try to get the individual to a safe, comfortable place such as a bed, and follow the guidelines listed below:

Guidelines for Immediate Care

• Once you are able to help an intoxicated person to a safe place to rest, place him or her in the proper position by using the Bacchus Maneuver. The Bacchus Maneuver placement helps prevent an intoxicated person from aspirating should he or she vomit while passed out.

• Once you are confident that the intoxicated person is protected from injury, keep him or her still and comfortable.

• Stay with the intoxicated person, monitoring him or her every 10-15 minutes for any symptom of alcohol overdose (PUBS):

o Puking while passed out

o Unresponsive to pinching or shaking

o Breathing is slow, shallow, or absent

o Skin is blue, cold, or clammy

• If you see even one symptom of alcohol overdose at any time, call 911 immediately.

• BAC can continue to rise even after alcohol intake stops. Never leave an intoxicated person alone to sleep it off.

• If you or another sober friend cannot stay with the intoxicated person and monitor for the signs of overdose every 10-15 minutes, or if you feel uncomfortable with that responsibility, call 911.

• Do not administer anything orally (food, coffee, water, etc.), which can induce vomiting and pose a choking hazard.

• Do not give the intoxicated person a cold shower. The shock could cause the intoxicated person to pass out and be injured.

• Do not try to exercise the intoxicated person, as this could cause falls and injuries.

• Do not try to restrain the intoxicated person, including placing a backpack on the intoxicated person. In the unfortunate chance that someone has consumed too many drinks, it is important that the

chapter be prepared to handle the intoxicated individual. The only way to sober up, is time, however; by offering food, water and a chance to rest could help the individual sober up.

When a person passes out, you should monitor his or her breathing to make sure it is normal. Should the individual’s breathing be irregular and has purplish skin tone, try to wake him or her gently. If there happens to be no response, call for emergency medical attention immediately.

If there is a listless and sleepy response, put the person on their side to avoid choking should vomiting become an issue. Make sure the individual is comfortable and maintains a regular breathing pattern. Whatever you do, do not leave the person alone. Be sure to have someone monitor the individual until they sober up. If the intoxicated person is in a room on the second or third floor, be sure all windows are closed and locked.

Obtaining Medical Assistance

Never let the fear of legal consequences prevent you from calling 911 or taking an intoxicated person to the emergency room. Many states have Medical Amnesty laws that provide limited legal immunity for seeking help for yourself or someone else who is in need of immediate medical attention. In addition, the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) established a standard that all member organizations maintain a Good Samaritan policy. As a result, the delegates of the 2018 Convention passed the adoption of a Good Samaritan Position. Make yourself aware of your state's medical amnesty policy, as well as the policy on your campus.

• Call 911 and identify yourself to the 911 operator. State your problem and what you feel you need.

• Give the specific location of the incident and the phone number.

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The Chapter Statement of

Position on Hazing

Experience has proven that new member education is one of the most important programming areas for a fraternity. In evaluating the long-term success and stability of any chapter, those chapters that exert the necessary time and energy into the development of a constructive, non-hazing, new member education program encounter the most prosperity. These groups initiate undergraduates who understand their

fraternal responsibilities as initiated members and have the tools to immediately contribute to the success of the chapter.

There are several definitions for hazing; a common definition is any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them regardless of the person’s willingness to participate.

Hazing does not promote loyalty or offer a sense of accomplishment. In fact, studies show that the opposite holds true and 75% say hazing drove them apart within their new member class and more so in as an initiated member. No matter what you think, hazing is illegal in nearly every state.

Chapters should always be straightforward about the purpose of the new member period by defining the kinds of acceptable and unacceptable behavior.

The purpose of reading this and having each new member class sign this document is not because the chapter intends to haze new members. With several personalities in a chapter, there is a remote possibility that some individual may, on the spur of the moment, ignore the chapter’s prohibition on hazing, and attempt a hazing activity with a new member. This document helps the new member understand his rights and to know he can simply “walk away” without fear of intimidation or harassment. Furthermore, this document helps the new member understand that he has a personal responsibility not to condone any sort of hazing.

Hazing isn’t simply about a list of activities that are permitted or not; it is about a power dynamic in a group and within a particular cultural context. A new member lacks the power to resist because

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The pictured document on the previous page identifies some constructive programming ideas collected from a variety of successful Pi Kappa Alpha chapters, as well as some destructive new member activities that have been a source of problems for chapters.

As stated earlier, new member education is one of the most important areas of chapter/colony programming for a fraternity. Education is a weakness across the board, so it is extremely important to develop a strong education program. A strong education program leads to better initiates who are more knowledgeable, active, and engaged; better leaders and alumnus members; and ultimately a better fraternity experience.

Emulate the chapter after great businesses who recognize the importance of quality people as their most valuable resource, therefore; they only hire and train the most, best men. Overall, a quality education program can help stomp out any apathy a chapter faces. The Pi Kappa Alpha New Member Education Rule of Deduction states that “Inefficient new member programs lead to ineffective initiates; ineffective initiates lead to chapter apathy; chapter apathy leads to an unhealthy chapter; and unhealthy chapters lead to closure.”

As a member of Pi Kappa Alpha and the health and safety chairman, you have a personal responsibility not to condone any sort of hazing. Outside of this handbook and these documents, the Fraternity provides multiple resources to help the chapter or colony develop a program that does not condone hazing. Just remember if you have to ask if what you are doing is hazing, it probably is.

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CHAPTER STATEMENT OF POSITION ON HAZING: LIST OF ACTIVITIES

Experience has proven that new member education is one of the most important programming areas for a fraternity. In evaluating the long-term success and stability of any chapter, those chapters that exert the

necessary time and energy into the development of a constructive, non-hazing, new member education program encounter the most prosperity. These groups initiate undergraduates who understand their fraternal

responsibilities as active members and have the tools to immediately contribute to the success of the chapter. Chapters should be straightforward about the purpose of the new member period, defining the kinds of

acceptable behavior. The following list identifies some constructive programming ideas collected from a variety of successful Pi Kappa Alpha chapters, as well as some destructive new member activities that have been a source of problems for chapters.

CONSTRUCTIVE NEW MEMBER ACTIVITIES

• Holding mandatory study sessions

• Scheduling new member class goal setting retreat

• Educating each new member on the responsibilities of each chapter officer, chairman, and chapter operations

• Expecting high scholastic performance

• Conducting meetings exclusively for new members

• Sponsoring new member class rush events for prospective members

• Appointing or electing officers and chairmen of the new member class by the new member class

• Participating in team building exercises such as a ropes course, paint ball and bowling

• Expecting basic knowledge of Pi Kappa Alpha; its ideals and principles

• Educating new members on proper social and personal development

• Involving new members in campus activities and other recognized student organizations

• Participating in intramural events and leagues

DESTRUCTIVE NEW MEMBER ACTIVITIES

• Forcing consumption of food or alcohol

• Requiring new members to line up or walk in a particular way

• Expecting new members to perform any sort of calisthenics or form of physical training

• Forcing new members to wear any type of clothing which is embarrassing

• Expecting new members to use separate entrances to a house or housing facility

• Requiring new members to carry items such as rocks, coins, paddles, books, food, etc.

• Preventing or restricting class attendance or sleep

• Mandating any sort of personal servitude

• Requiring the practice of observing periods of silence

• Forcing strenuous physical activities

• Mandating the application of any sort of substance to new members' bodies

• Marking or branding of new members' physical bodies

Some activities are easily categorized as hazing. Others may not be so easily classified. If you’re not sure, consider the following questions:

• Is the activity an educational experience?

• Does the activity promote or confirm the values of the Fraternity?

• Will the activity increase respect for Pi Kappa Alpha by non-affiliated individuals?

• Do new members and initiated members participate together or equally in the activity?

• Would you be willing to allow parents to witness the activity?

• Would you be able to defend the activity in a court of law?

• Does the activity have value in and of itself?

A good rule to follow when deciding whether or not an activity is hazing is:

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CHAPTER STATEMENT OF POSITION ON HAZING

(To be read at first meeting of each new member class and signed by those indicated below.)

Congratulations on having accepted a bid to become a new member and prospective brother in Chapter of The Pi Kappa

Alpha International Fraternity at University or College. Our

chapter has a long and successful tradition, and we look forward to your participation as a future brother, not only during your undergraduate days, but through the fellowship you find here throughout your life.

Our chapter recognizes and strictly follows The Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity Standards, which include a standard of “absolutely no hazing”. You may have experienced hazing in high school, either as a new member of an athletic team, a school band or a school social group. You may have seen hazing glorified in movies. Hazing can take many forms. The most serious is direct physical abuse, such as a new member being paddled, to a milder form, such as pushups, to subtler

approaches, such as drinking games with the brothers. We at

Chapt er want you to know that hazing is not acceptable conduct for any of our members to inflict upon any of our new members and that new members should not submit to any form of hazing as a condition of membership.

Please understand that you should refuse to participate in any hazing activity and, more importantly, to refuse to permit hazing being inflicted upon you. The chapter requests and expects you to refuse to participate in hazing. A list of activities which are generally considered to be hazing is attached hereto. In order to prevent any confusion, we are also attaching a list of activities which are not considered to be hazing but could involve your input or participation.

If anyone approaches you and asks you to participate in an activity which you think is hazing:

♦ You should refuse to participate in hazing; and

♦ Know that such refusal will not place your membership in Pi Kappa Alpha at risk; and

♦ You shall decline to participate in hazing and immediately report it to a chapter officer. If an officer is not available, then report it to another member who is not involved in the activity.

Some activities are obvious, such as attempted physical abuse, whereas other activities may be more subtle and may require an interpretation. Either way, you should be assured that no adverse action will be taken against you by the attempted “hazer” or by the Chapter in regard to your membership. In fact, we will not allow the attempted “hazer” to have any influence over you or your status or to have any input regarding your transition from new membership status to brotherhood, such as a vote.

The purpose in giving you this information is not because any of our members have stated that they intend to haze new members. However, when there are several personalities in a chapter, there is a remote possibility that some individual may, on the spur of the moment, ignore the chapter’s prohibition on hazing, and attempt a hazing activity with a new member. We want you to understand your rights and not be intimidated. If you are hazed, you should simply “walk away” from the attempted hazing without leaving the chapter. Furthermore, you have a personal responsibility not to condone any sort of hazing.

New Member: Date:

New Member Educator: Date:

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Sexual Abuse and Harassment

Sexual abuse and harassment have no place in Pi Kappa Alpha. In addition to being a violation of our values, principles, and Fraternity Standards, legal liability is a reality in sexual abuse accidents. It is possible that a victim of sexual abuse or rape may be able to sue the perpetrator, even though criminal charges are not filed or are dismissed. The chapter, chapter officers, and others may be sued if an accident of sexual abuse occurs at a chapter function.

To understand abuse, we must define both sexual harassment and rape. Sexual harassment is “the unwelcome, unreciprocated imposition of sexual attention, usually in the context of a relationship of unequal power”. Rape is “an act of sexual penetration with a person against his/her will”. Both of these actions fall under the definition of sexual abuse.

There are many types of sexual abuse. Recognize that sexually abusive behavior occurs on a continuum ranging from harassment to rape. Sexual abuse usually falls into two categories, verbal and physical. Verbal abuse may include:

• Whistling

• Humor and jokes about sex

• Suggestive or insulting sounds

• Sexual innuendoes about your or someone else’s personal appearance

• Sexual innuendoes about your or someone else’s sexual activities

• Demands for sexual favors accompanied by implied or overt threats

• Physical abuse may include:

• Obscene gestures

• Staring suggestively

• Any inappropriate touching, pinching or patting

• Brushing against someone else’s body

• Coerced sexual intercourse

• Assault

As the health and safety chairman, there are several things you and the chapter can do to minimize sexual abuse. It is important to understand the prevalence of these issues is often a result of the culture that has been developed within the chapter. Men frequently gravitate toward social groupings in which their attitudes and priorities are reflected and fostered. This means that men who commit such acts as rape or sexual assault are often times a result of the culture that has become normative within the chapter. In order to combat this type of culture within the chapter, the first step as health and safety chairman is to assume the role of an educator in order to mobilize and train the members within the chapter.

It is important to hold an all chapter meeting to educate the men of the chapter on preventative steps and measures in order to properly communicate this message. Remind the members of their shared values and the ways in which sexual violence undermines those values. Bystander education programs can also provide a mechanism for both educating and training in how to constructively intervene in a variety of situations. Sexual abuse is a topic best left to the experts. Use the resources available on your campus or in your community. Go to the women’s resources center or similar office and request that a speaker/counselor come speak to the chapter. Most will be happy to share their message. There is also a supplemental resource available under the Chapter Resources section on www.pikes.org detailing what men can do to prevent sexual assault. This is also an excellent topic for discussion within the context of the membership development program.

The second step as health and safety chairman is to mitigate the risks of sexual abuse or rape through preventative measures. The primary methods to go about mitigating these risks are by managing the alcohol

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and other drug use of event attendees and holding members of your chapter accountable. This means coordinating proper entrance and exit strategies when holding events associated with the chapter. It is important to ensure that all attendees of a chapter event are of appropriate age, not inhibited by alcohol or drugs, listed on the guest list, etc., to appropriately manage the entrance of attendees into the event. Additionally, it is important to ensure that members are being held accountable for their actions throughout the duration of an event so that members are not put in a questionable position. By taking appropriate steps as health and safety chairman, you will be able to foster a positive culture within the chapter that will prevent sexual assault and rape.

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Chapter House Safety

Although chapter houses can be a wonderful aid to the fraternity experience, they can also be a detriment. A house brings more responsibility and more opportunities for safety mishaps. A survey of 260 fraternity chapter house fires showed that poor housekeeping, careless smoking and match disposal, misuse of electricity by overloading circuit breakers or fuses, and/or excessive use of extension cords and defective heating devices were the leading causes of fraternity house fires. All can be eliminated or managed with proper emphasis by chapter leaders and advisors.

All chapter facilities should at all times comply with all local fire and health codes and standards. It is the responsibility of the house manager to monitor, maintain, and ensure the chapter’s adherence to the fire and health codes with regards to the chapter facility. Therefore, it is extremely important that the house manager be properly educated on all the local fire and health codes as well as proper crisis management protocol. Below is a list of steps that should be undertaken at the onset of each academic term:

• All smoke detectors and fire alarm systems should be checked by qualified professional (i.e. a fire marshal). A log recording these inspections should be kept in the health and safety officer and the house manager’s notebook.

• All fire extinguishers should be inspected by a qualified professional (i.e. a fire marshal). Any extinguishers that failed inspection should be replaced immediately.

• Emergency fire procedures should be developed and posted throughout the chapter house and give to each member.

• Fire drills should be a routine practice that should be conducted with the health and safety officer, house manager, and local fire department. The members should be instructed on the proper emergency routes.

13 Tips to Live By

1. No smoking in the chapter house. This is careless and just plain stupid.

2. Do not overload the electrical circuits. Electrical fires usually result from improper use of electrical outlets.

3. Install and maintain the proper alarm systems. Smoke and heat detectors are cheap, yet effective. The chapter should replace the batteries every six months. To acquire funding for the proper alarm systems, the chapter should contact the real estate department and ask for information regarding The Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Grant Program.

4. Have the furnace and heating systems inspected by a licensed professional. 5. Store combustibles away from heating and furnace areas.

6. Do not keep flammables in the house. Store paints, mineral spirits, turpentine, gasoline and all other flammables outside in a well-ventilated area.

7. Use wood burning fireplaces with extreme care. Have the chimney cleaned periodically and do not use flammable liquids to start the fire.

8. Use extreme caution with portable heaters. Ensure that nothing flammable is placed on or around the portable heaters.

9. Keep the chapter house clean. A cluttered house can add fuel to a fire and impedes escape.

10. Schedule regular safety inspections. The local fire department or university officials can help in the safety inspections.

11. Comply with fire codes and regulations. While it is utterly impossible for each member to know all fire codes and regulations, it is important the chapter have a professional inspect the chapter house for any violations of the aforementioned policies. (i.e. the fire marshal)

12. Provide and maintain proper fire extinguishers. Extinguishers should be well marked and readily available throughout the house. Extinguishers should also be inspected at least every six months. 13. Do not allow candles or incense to burn in the chapter house.

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Surviving a Chapter House Fire

It’s important to know that few people burn to death in a fire. Most casualties are from smoke and poisonous gas inhalation and panic. If the chapter has an escape plan and uses it, the chances of survival are greatly increased.

Getting out of your room.

1. Get to the door! If there is any evidence of smoke in the room, crawl to the door to avoid smoke inhalation.

2. Feel the door with the palm of your hand. If the doorknob is hot, don’t open it. If the doorknob is not hot, open cautiously.

3. Check the hall. If the hallway is clear, walk to the nearest exit. 4. If there is smoke in the hallway, crawl to the nearest exit.

5. Close the door in the room to protect the personal belongings left behind.

6. Stay close to the wall to count doorways. If the first exit is blocked, proceed to the alternate exit. 7. Walk down to the ground level. Hold onto the handrail for protection against smoke and exiting

occupants.

8. If fire or smoke is dense at lower level, walk up to clear air or to the roof if it is accessible.

What if you are trapped in your room?

1. Open the window to vent the room if there is any smoke.

2. If you are on the first or second floors, you may be able to drop to the ground safely. If you are up any higher you are usually advised to stay put and wait for assistance from the fire fighters.

3. Tell someone where you are. If your phone works, call for help.

4. Hang a bed sheet out the window to alert fire fighters, but do not try to climb down the sheet. 5. If you have a sink, fill it with water. Wet towels and sheets and put them around doors and cracks to

prevent smoke from seeping into the room.

6. If you have a bathroom fan, turn it on to help clear the room of smoke.

House Security and General Safety

It’s important to have a safe chapter house. Unfortunately, cases of arson, vandalism, and theft are not unknown to fraternities. For a safer house, consider implementing these practices below:

• A locked house is a safer house. It may seem to be an inconvenience, but it will bring many safety benefits. Give every brother a key or consider using a combination lock.

• Keep all ground access windows locked.

• Let people knock. Fraternity houses are private property. Do not allow strangers to roam the house.

• Give copies of the key or combination to alumni such as your chapter advisor and house corporation officers.

• Have the aforementioned alumni check the house during school breaks when there may be no one living in the house.

• During school breaks, shut off the water supply for the house, and keep the thermostat set at a temperature which will prevent the pipes from freezing.

• Install outdoor lighting. Floodlights and security lights are the best way to deter chapter house vandalism and arson.

• Snow and ice – keep sidewalks, outside steps, and walkways clear of snow, ice, and debris.

• Roof and balconies – keep members and guests off the roof and balconies unless the roof and balconies are reinforced and have railings to ensure proper safety.

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Liability Protection Program

The Liability Protection Program (LPP) consists of a self-retention fund which is maintained to respond to liability claims. In addition, general liability (GL) insurance is provided by third party carriers for claims exceeding the self-retention limit. The LPP is administered and managed by RAF, Inc. It is provided for the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and fraternally-affiliated participants, as defined below. Thus, the LPP is not insurance (per se). This program reflects the “best practices” presently available for providing liability protection for these fraternally- affiliated entities in their authorized fraternal activities.

All chartered chapters and recognized colonies, house corporations, alumni associations, all officers thereof, including chapter advisors, and all affiliated entities and their officers, when said individuals are functioning in an official capacity on behalf of the chapter, or affiliated entity are participants the Liability Protection Program. In order to be an active participant in the Liability Protection Program every chapter/colony is assessed an annual fee and must be in good financial standing with the Fraternity.

WARNING: Failure to abide by the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Standards will result in the loss of any liability protection coverage that may otherwise be available under the Fraternity’s self- retention fund. It may also result in the loss of your chapter’s charter or your individual membership in the Fraternity.

Contractual Agreements & Additional Insured

No chapter, member, or housing organization may enter into any written or oral contract or financial agreement using the name of the Fraternity. This includes without limitation such agreements as leases, contracts, hold harmless agreements, liability releases, account statements, purchase orders, and hotel or banquet contracts. As the Fraternity’s insurance does not afford protection for outside parties, no chapter, member, or housing

organization may enter into any written or oral agreement under which the responsibility or liability of some party other than the Fraternity is assumed. Additional insured status under the Fraternity’s insurance requires the prior agreement of both the Fraternity and its insurers.

Automobiles and Transportation

Any individual who drives or provides transportation in conjunction with chapter activities shall obey all applicable motor vehicle laws, including, but not limited to, those concerning vehicle safety, vehicle operation, financial responsibility and/or insurance, and the transportation and consumption of alcoholic beverages. Operators shall ensure that vehicles are properly maintained, not overloaded, and are operated in a safe manner. Rental vehicles shall be operated in accordance with rental contracts. Use of personal vehicles shall be strictly voluntary and the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner/operator. Financial responsibility laws generally impose responsibility or liability and provides no insurance to drivers or owners of vehicles for accidents or injuries or for any damages to vehicles not owned by the fraternity that may be used in conjunction with chapter activities.

Weapons

The United States Constitution provides that all citizens may bear arms. Chapters must also recognize the potential dangers that can arise from the presence of firearms or other weapons at a chapter house or chapter activity. It is strongly recommended that all firearms including BB, pellet, or air guns of any type or other weapons not be permitted in any chapter house, on chapter property, or at any chapter activity.

Members Personal Property

Use of personal property in fraternity activities shall be strictly voluntary and the sole responsibility of the owner. The Fraternity assumes no liability or responsibility for any loss or damage to any personal property of members even if used in conjunction of fraternity activities.

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THE PI KAPPA ALPHA FRATERNITY

8347 West Range Cove Memphis, TN 38125 Phone: 901-748-1868

Fax: 901-748-3100

www.pikes.org

James R. Favor & Company

14466 East Evans Avenue Aurora, Colorado 80014-1409

Toll-Free: 800-344-7335 Fax: 303-745-8669

www.jrfco.com

Request for Certificates of Insurance

Evidence of insurance is available upon request but requires approval from the International Fraternity. Certificates provide additional information such as: the policy numbers,

underwriters, policy periods, limits of coverage, and deductibles. Requests for certificates of insurance may be sent to The Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity or to James R. Favor & Company. (see the insert on this page for contact information)

In all cases, certificates (proof of insurance or additional insured certificates) will only be issued for chapters and colonies that are in good financial standing with the Fraternity. All requests for certificates must originated from or be authorized by a chapter or colony officer.

Reporting a Claim

Any loss or claim that may involve the protection afforded by the Liability Protection Program should be reported promptly to the

International Fraternity, more specifically the Director of Services. Prompt reporting often prevents minor claims from becoming major problems. Failure to report claims promptly violates the conditions of your insurance policy and could result in the insurance company being relieved of responsibility for payment of an otherwise valid claim.

While a telephone call will begin the claim service process, written reports are also necessary and should be forwarded as soon as possible. Once the initial report is received, claims adjustors from the nearest office of the insurance company or independent adjustors from your local community will be assigned as necessary. Some necessary items to know/answer when reporting a claim:

• School and chapter

• Date of incident

• Time of incident

• Name of person involved

• Position/Affiliation

• Nature and extent of the incident

• Witnesses(names, addresses, phone, emails)

• Extent of injury

• How did the accident occur?

• Location of the accident

• Who is investigating the accident? Who has the investigation report?

Below is a list of steps for reporting, providing needed information and other claim procedures which will make the reporting a claim process that much easier.

1. Emergency medical treatment for injured persons. As necessary, secure appropriate emergency medical attention for any/all injured persons.

2. Report claims promptly. Contact the International Fraternity.

3. Do not admit liability, accept responsibility, or make public statements. The LPP requires that no one shall, except at their own expense, make any payment, assume obligations, or incur any expense other than for first aid.

4. If a suit is filed or legal process served. If suit, legal process, or claim notice is served upon anyone immediately notify, and forward copies of the suit materials to the International Fraternity. 5. Cooperate with the International Fraternity and insurance company. Respond promptly and

cooperate fully with the International Fraternity and the insurance company in the investigation, defense, and settlement of all claims.

6. Assist with the insurance company’s rights. As requested, assist the insurance company in the

enforcement of any right against any person or organization that may be liable to the insured because of injury or damage to which your insurance applies.

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Reporting an Accident or Incident

There may be some cases in which the chapter’s liability may be compromised, such as: a violation of the Fraternity Standards, university policies, or any other applicable health and safety policy in which the chapter has a duty to report the accident. No matter how minor an accident may seem, it should be reported. In the long run, reporting an accident could save the chapter and the International Fraternity. Any bodily injury to anyone (even an employee) and any property damage should be reported.

If an accident or incident occurs and it is not reported immediately to the International Fraternity, major

problems could occur, most notably denial of coverage by the LPP. In order to report any accident or incident the chapter is encouraged to contact the International Fraternity (901-748- 1868, services@pikes.org) and by using the Incident Reporting Form, which can be found under the “officer resources” section of www.pikes.org.

What Determines a Chapter Event?

This is a question that is at the center of several debates throughout the fraternity and sorority community. A simple guideline to follow is if the chapter can answer yes to any of the following questions, it is likely a chapter event and the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Standards should be followed.

• Was the event pre-planned or pre-meditated?

• Was the event discussed during a chapter meeting or executive committee meeting?

• Was it advertised among the members through any means (word of mouth, flyers, email, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat)?

• Were chapter funds used in any way?

• Did chapter officers help plan the event in any way?

• Did the event occur as a result of a chapter function (bid night, initiation party)?

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Health and Safety Educational Programming

The Standards state that each chapter and colony shall educate every member and new member in proper health and safety practices with the purpose of providing a deeper awareness which will help identify and prevent incidents related to the prevention of hazing and sexual abuse; the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse and misuse; and fire, health and safety. Furthermore, each chapter and colony should have a written program specific to its local needs. This program should be maintained and revised on an annual basis.

The expectation that each chapter will have a specific health and safety program as well as the need for the program to be revised on a regular basis has been discussed as well. The written programs, expectations, inspections, and so forth are very important, as are the crisis management plans and the fire safety plans. The best health and safety plans, though, are preventative. This is where education comes into play. The Standards require educational programs covering the following topics:

Hazing: The chapter health and safety chairman may choose to bring a campus administrator or other

community professional, (i.e. the fraternity and sorority life advisor or local attorney) to speak on the subject of hazing. Each member and new member should participate in at least one discussion group annually that considers specifically Pi Kappa Alpha’s definition of hazing. That definition can be found in the Standards. Sexual Abuse: Sexual abuse is a topic best left to the experts. Use the resources available on your campus or in your community. Go to the women’s resources center or similar office and request that a speaker/counselor come speak to the chapter. Most will be happy to share their message. This is also an excellent topic for discussion within the context of the membership development program.

Alcohol and drug usage: In addition to campus resources, many communities have alcohol and drug abuse clinics and hospitals. These organizations are usually very receptive to addressing groups of fraternity men. Fire: Ask the local fire marshal or fire department to speak to the chapter regarding fire safety. Also, post the fire safety plan in conspicuous locations in the chapter house.

Health: Health safety is an area often neglected by chapters. Concerns related to member health may touch on sexually transmitted diseases, dietary concerns, stress management, and mental/emotional health. Visit your campus health or wellness center, the human development/family life department, and counseling and similar offices for resources in this arena. These programs also fit into a speaker’s program. Such programs often lead to a healthy, motivated chapter.

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Resources for Health and Safety Education

Outside of this manual, there are several programs supported by the Fraternity which can help the chapter successfully educate its members on topics ranging from recruitment and chapter management to the prevention of date rape, sexual abuse, drug and alcohol abuse and misuse, and hazing.

Some of these resources come in the form of written manuals, PIKE University leadership conferences, alumnus volunteers, supplemental documents, or chapter visits. In addition to the many resources provided by the

International Fraternity, there are multiple resources provided by your university and surrounding communities. The International Fraternity also has a partnership with the JED Foundation to provide an online mental health resource tailored from JED’s ULifeline website. It can be accessed at pike.ulifeline.org.

Additional external sources can also provide some great information and tools to help aid in the health and safety process. Some great websites for alcohol, hazing, sexual assault, and fire prevention related topics include:

www.alcoholedu.com www.cdc.gov/alcohol/resources.htm www.gettips.com www.madd.org www.stophazing.org www.hazinglaw.com www.mencanstoprape.org www.cdc.gov/ncipc/factsheets/datviol.htm www.campus-firewatch.com www.nfpa.org/education/index.asp www.nicindy.org/index.html www.nfsa.org www.homefiresprinkler.org/hfsc.html www.hazingprevention.org

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