Reporting State & Rental Vehicle Accidents

Reporting State & Rental Vehicle Accidents

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All accidents with state-owned and rental vehicles on official University business shall be reported as follows:

CONTACT POLICE:
  • Off-campus accidents to Virginia State Police at 1-800-572-4510 (Division 7).
  • On-campus accidents to the University Police at 703-993-2810.
  • Local police department if traveling out-of-state.
REPORT:
  • Operational Risk Management (complete an Automobile Loss Notice Form and email to risk@gmu.edu).
  • Department Supervisor.
  • Motor Pool, if it is a rental vehicle reserved through Motor Pool, 703-993-2442.
  • If you are operating a state-owned vehicle and are in need of roadside assistance, please call Facilities Serviced 24 hour emergency number 703-993-2525 for assistance.

There is an insurance card located in the glove compartment of every state-owned vehicle. If you need an additional card please click  INSURANCE CARD.

IF YOU HAVE AN ACCIDENT:
  • STOP IMMEDIATELY: Take all necessary precautions to prevent further accidents at the scene.
  • SEND FOR HELP – DO NOT LEAVE THE SCENE: Ask a passing motorist or some other person to contact State Police or call 911.
  • GET THE NAMES AND PHONE NUMBERS OF WITNESSES.
  • Fill out an Automobile Loss Notice Form and notify your supervisor.
  • DO NOT: Make a statement of any kind to anyone other than your employer, a law enforcement officer, or a representative of The Division of Risk Management.

Claims Administrator Information:   

Division of Risk Management
Department of Treasury
P.O. Box 1879
Richmond, VA 23218-1879
Phone (804) 786-3152
Fax (804) 371-2442