Accidents & Assistance

Contact | Phone: 610-436-2434

In the event of an accident or damage involving a WCU-owned vehicle, the employee operating the vehicle should complete the following steps: 

  1.  Complete the online Accident/Damage Reporting Form as soon as possible following the incident.
  2.  Submit photos of the accident scene and/or vehicle damage to MotorPool@wcupa.edu to assist with documentation and review. 
  3.  Follow any additional instructions provided by WCU Motor Pool Staff.

For accidents involving property damage or a third party (another vehicle, person, or property), a completed STD-541 Form and police report are required. Additional supporting documentation may also be requested by WCU Motor Pool staff based on the circumstances of the incident. Directions and forms are located in the Accident Report Packet located in the vehicle's glove box. 

In Case of a Vehicle Breakdown

Need immediate assistance?
Motor Pool: 610-436-2434
After hours / weekends: Public Safety: 610-436-3311

If you experience a vehicle breakdown, contact the Motor Pool Office as soon as possible. 

If the vehicle cannot be operated safely, Motor Pool staff will coordinate repair and/or towing of the vehicle. If the vehicle can be legally and safely driven, bring it directly to the WCU Motor Pool Maintenance Garage for evaluation. 

If the breakdown occurs after hours, on weekends, or during university-observed holidays and Motor Pool staff are unavailable, contact Public Safety. A Public Safety Dispatcher will assist and connect you with a Motor Pool employee. 

Accidents/Damage Online Reporting Form

WCU West Chester University Accident Report Packet. Important Phone Numbers. For emergencies at the scene, 911. WCU Motor Pool (M-F 7AM-4PM) 610-436-2434. WCU Public Safety (after hours and weekends) 610-436-3311. This is a WCU fleet vehicle. Before any service, repairs or towing call for authorization 610-436-2434 after hours and weekends call Public Safety 610-436-3311. Take photos of the vehicle and complete the contents in this packet.

STEPS:

  • Render First Aid and call an ambulance as needed.
  • Contact Local or State Police and request an Accident Report to be filed. If a vehicle is struck and damaged while unattended, the Local Police should be notified.
    • Note: for purposes of safety and loss risk analyses, this is required for all accidents involving Commonwealth vehicles. The State Police will either investigate the accident or refer it to a local police department.
  • Take pictures of damage/scene.
  • Contact the Motor Pool Office | 610-436-2434
  • If vehicle is struck while unattended, contact local Police and fill out an STD-541 Form.
  • IMPORTANT: DO NOT discuss the accident or any implication of fault.
    • Except with the police, the WCU Motor Pool Office or other authorized Commonwealth personnel.

COLLECT:

  • License numbers of all vehicles involved.
  • Names of involved parties & contact information.
  • Witness names & contact information.

COMPLETE:

  • STD-541 Form (Automobile Accident or Loss Notice).
    • Copies of this form are in the Accident Report Packet located in the glove compartment of each WCU-owned vehicle. Additional copies can be found on the website or obtained at the Motor Pool Office.

TURN INTO MOTOR POOL OFFICE (Within 24 hours of incident):

  • Accident Report (if Police were called to scene).
  • STD-541 Form – Required for ALL accidents/damage to WCU-owned vehicles.
  • Pictures of accident/damage.