Post Accident Instruction
Post-Accident Procedures
Note: An accident occurs any time a vehicle strikes another vehicle, a fixed object, or a pedestrian, regardless of the extent of the damage or injury. All accidents must be reported to UPD and/or local police.
- Stop immediately and determine damage
- If possible, avoid obstructing traffic
- Render aid to the injured. In case of emergency, dial 911.
- Report the accident:
- If the accident occurs on campus property, contact Texas State University Police Department at 512-245-2805 (dispatch, non-emergency).
- If the accident occurs off campus, contact San Marcos Police Department at 512-753-2108 (dispatch, non-emergency).
- All accidents must be reported to Facilities Management at 512-245-2518.
- Complete yellow Accident Report form and give to supervisor.
- Practice accident etiquette:
- Make no statement to anyone except police and/or insurance company representatives.
- Make no settlements.
- Do not argue about the accident.
- If the accident involves an unattended vehicle or fixed object, try to notify the owner; leave a note on the vehicle or object.