UT Martin is committed to timely, accurate reporting of incidents involving its operations. This includes auto accidents, injuries, property damage or potential liability claims. Use the link below to submit a report and learn what to expect next in the process.

Report an Incident

https://tennessee.edu/about/divisions/finance-admin/treasurer/risk-management/incident-reporting/

If you have any questions, please contact Business Services at businessservices@utm.edu  or 731-881-7815.

At the Scene of an Accident
  1. Never admit fault to anyone and/or offer to pay for any loss incurred by another party resulting from the accident.
  2. Call 911 for medical attention and a police report. Report any injuries if necessary.
  3. Exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver(s) involved
    1. Obtain contact (name, address, phone number) information of every witness.
  4. If the vehicle is towed from the accident scene, determine where the vehicle will be taken and what may be necessary to retrieve the vehicle.
  5. Take clear photos of all vehicles involved.
After an Accident (Reporting)
  1. Call the State of TN Auto Accident Call Center (855-253-0629) immediately to report the incident, then call your supervisor and follow your department’s applicable procedures. If not reported to the State of TN within 24 hours, a $1,000 penalty may be imposed on the department.
    1. Be prepared to provide the following information to the Call Center:
      1. Incident date, time, and location.
      2. University driver’s name, phone number, and email.
      3. Any/all other drivers’ names and phone numbers, plus emails if available.
      4. Any other involved passengers’ names and phone numbers, plus emails if available.
      5. Vehicle information for all vehicles, including license plate number and/or VIN.
      6. Your supervisor’s name, phone number, or other contact information.
      7. Confirm if any fatalities or non-fatal injuries occurred.
  2. Report to Office of Risk Management by using the Origami reporting link. For those driving a personal vehicle on University business, you may have to complete theOwner/Driver Vehicle Accident Report.
  3. Report the incident to Business Services at businessservices@utm.edu or 731-881-7815.
If You Hit an Unoccupied Vehicle
  1. Fill out a Damage Notification Card and leave it on the unoccupied vehicle.
  2. Call the State of TN Auto Accident Call Center immediately at 855-253-0629 with the date, time, and location of the incident, as well as any additional information you may have.
  3. Take photos of both vehicles, as well as the license plate and VIN tag of the other vehicle (on the driver-side dash, near the windshield).
  4. Report the incident within 24 hours to Business Services at businessservices@utm.edu  or 731-881-7815.
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