HELP
For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately. For campus safety emergencies, contact Belmont Campus Security: 615.460.6911. For after-hours risk management concerns, use the non-emergency line: 615.460.6023.
The Office of Risk Management & Compliance strives to create and maintain an environment conducive to the safety of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors while on the university premises or participating in university-sponsored activities. Commitment to following Belmont’s generally applicable safety-related policies and guidelines at every level of faculty, staff, students and administration is necessary for the realization of such an environment. Specific operational procedures will be established and implemented by each office or department as required for the prevention of personal injury and/or property damage. The Office of Risk Management & Compliance welcomes suggestions, questions and feedback on how it may better serve you as well as promote the university’s missions of education in a Christian community of learning and service.
General Liability
Covers bodily injury and property damage claims arising from university operations, programs, and events on or off campus.
Automobile Liability
Applies to university-owned vehicles and authorized drivers. Personal vehicles used for university business are not covered; drivers must carry personal insurance.
Property Insurance
Protects university buildings, equipment, and contents against fire, theft, and other covered perils. Personal property of students or employees is not covered.
Workers' Compensation
Required coverage for all employees injured in the course of employment. Report all work-related injuries to your supervisor and Risk Management immediately.
Professional Liability
Covers claims arising from professional services, advice, or errors by faculty and staff acting within their university role.
Special Events Coverage
Departments hosting external events or bringing third-party vendors on campus may require additional coverage or vendor certificates of insurance.
Requesting a Certificate of Insurance
Departments requiring proof of insurance for contracts, venues, or events should contact Risk Management at least 10 business days in advance. Email riskmanagement@belmont.edu with the requestor's name, event details, and the certificate holder's information.
Incident Reporting
All accidents, injuries, near-misses, and property damage must be reported promptly even if medical treatment was not needed.
How to Report an Incident
- Ensure Safety: Make sure the scene is safe. Call 911 for serious injuries or call Campus Security at 615.460.6911 for on-campus incidents.
- Notify Your Supervisor: Employees must notify their direct supervisor immediately after any work-related injury or incident involving university property.
- Complete the Report: Submit the appropriate incident report form within 24 hours. Include date, time, location, witnesses, and a description of what occurred.
- Follow Up: Risk Management will review the report, may conduct an investigation, and will follow up with next steps including any workers' compensation claims.
Report Forms
Staff
Assistant Director of Safety
Phone: 615.460.6023
Email: chris.georgoulis@belmont.edu
Contact Chris for: Environmental health and safety issues, incident investigations, building safety concerns, safety training, and emergency preparedness.
Insurance Specialist for Risk Management & Compliance
Phone: 615.460.5011
Email: joe.wuoi@belmont.edu
Not sure who to contact? Reach either staff member — we'll make sure your inquiry gets to the right place.