Safety and Security Tips

All students, faculty, staff and visitors should take an active role in their own safety and security while on College property. You can help maintain a safe environment for everyone at the College by following these guidelines:

• Be aware of and know your surroundings at all times.

• Walk in well lighted and well traveled areas after dark.

• Try not to walk alone, walk with a friend or in groups.

• Immediately report all suspicious persons, vehicles or activities.

• Immediately report all crimes, security problems or hazardous conditions.

• Keep yourself informed. Check e-mail, bulletin boards, etc. for “College Safety Alert” notices that pertain to specific security conditions at the college. Take advantage of informational programs.

• Never prop open any locked exterior doors or leave ground floor windows open.

• Never study alone in an isolated area of a college building.

• Lock your car and secure valuables when using parking facilities. Keep your car locked with your windows rolled up. Remember where you parked and walk confidently to your vehicle.

• Know the “Student Code of Conduct.” Abide by it and encourage others to do so.

• Know the emergency exits and locations of fire alarm pull stations and extinguishers in your building.

• Lock offices whenever you are not present.

• Keep office and building keys with you and never loan them to unauthorized persons.

• Never abandon your belongings (i.e. purses, book bags, cell phones, keys, etc.). It is common for people to walk away and leave their belongings unattended. Take them with you.

• Do not bring excessively valuable belongings to campus. Avoid the showing of valuables. If you value something, chances are someone else will too.

• Keep valuables out of sight. Do not leave cell phones, computers, or other items visible in your vehicle. Lock valuable in your trunk.

• Record serial numbers. Make it a habit to record serial numbers of your belongings. Engrave items.

Office of Security and Safety - Richland Campus
814.262.6427
security@pennhighlands.edu