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