
Accident Reporting
What to Do After an Incident or Accident:
All University vehicles are self-insured. You are not required to use your own insurance. If you are involved in an incident or accident while operating a University vehicle, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Be Safe
- If any parties are injured, call 9-1-1 immediately.
- If the incident/accident happens on campus, contact UCR Police and request a report be completed.
- If the accident occurs off-campus, the local police or Highway Patrol typically only respond to major collisions or accidents in which injuries have occurred.
- Contact Fleet Services if a Tow or Roadside Assistance is needed.
Step 2: Gather Necessary Information
- Drivers' Name and License Numbers
- Insurance Companies' Names, Addressed, Policy Numbers, Expiration Dates
- Vehicle License Plate, Make and Model
- Witnesses' Names, Addresses, Phone Numbers
- Take photos of the scene and damage to vehicles and/or property
Step 3: Report
- Report all vehicle damage to your supervisor and UCR Fleet Services within 24 hours of the date of knowledge.
- Fleet Services: (951) 827-2277 or fleet@ucr.edu
- Fill out the Online Incident Report when:
- Requested by Fleet Services
- Anyone is injured (self, passenger, or third party)
- There is damage to third party vehicles or property
- Theft or Vandalism has occurred
Important Reminders:
- Do not admit liability or accuse anyone of fault.
- Do not discuss the accident except with law enforcement, your supervisor, UCR Risk Management, and Sedgwick.
- The University of California Evidence of Self-Insurance is located in the glove compartment of every Fleet vehicle. You do not need to provide your personal insurance information.
Important Numbers:
- Police/Fire/Medical Emergency: 9-1-1
- UCR Police: 9-1-1 or (951) 827-5222
- Roadside Assistance/Towing: (951) 827-2277
- Fleet Services: (951) 827-2277 or fleet@ucr.edu