UCOP Behavioral Intervention Team Guidelines

If this is an emergency that involves an immediate risk of harm to self or others, call 911.

UCOP’s Behavioral Intervention Team

The Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) serves as a resource for all UCOP employees to consult on disruptive or concerning behavior and potential, perceived or actual threats of violence. Any employee can contact the BIT to discuss a concern.   UCOP BIT reviews each submitted concern.

The UCOP BIT is composed of a multidisciplinary team that includes representation from Security, Risk Services, Behavioral Health, Employee Relations, and Human Resources.  Ad hoc members are invited to consult with the team based on additional areas of expertise needed to provide comprehensive support and consultation on any case.  (See below for additional composition information.)

When to Contact the UCOP BIT

  • Concern for an individual’s health or well-being
  • Concerning or threatening behavior
  • Suicidal ideation
  • Harm to self or others
  • Substance Use/Abuse

How to Contact the UCOP BIT

All members of the UCOP community have an obligation to help maintain a safe work environment. Employees may submit reports without fear of reprisal or retaliation.

If there is an immediate threat of violence, call 911.

During non-emergency/non-imminent violence situations: 

Behavior Concerns Referral Form

Information is reviewed during normal business hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and the BIT email is not monitored after hours, on weekends, or during official University holidays. As a reminder, if there is an emergency or imminent threat which requires immediate consultation or emergency response, please call 911.

What happens when the UCOP BIT is contacted?

Working together, UCOP BIT members assess and guide to mitigate intimidating, threatening or violent behaviors. Information received is carefully managed by the UCOP BIT.  Privacy is valued; however, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.  Other departments may be consulted to better provide a comprehensive assessment and assist in creating a support and/or safety plan. 

Composition of the UCOP BIT