Emergency Information

Emergency Information

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Campus Security
Phone: (323) 563-4918
Emergency Paging Number: (213) 701-4019

I. POLICY

  1. It is the policy of the Charles Drew University to protect its students, employees and visitors while on campus, and to protect university property located on campus.
  2. The Office of Security Services shall provide for the protection of university students, employees, visitors and property, and will work to provide a safe environment in which the mission of the University can be fully realized.
  3. University students, employees and visitors must assume responsibility for their own personal safety and the security of their personal belongings.
  4. The Office of Security Services shall conduct education programs designed to increase student and employee awareness and aid in the prevention of crime.
  5. University security officers shall ensure the protection of university students, employees, visitors and property through the use of foot and vehicle patrol, observation, investigation, first aid and reporting.

  6. University security officers patrol the campus and parking lots as follows:

    Monday through Friday - 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
    weekends and holidays - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Protection of university owned and/or leased off-campus facilities is provided through contractual agreements with licensed protection agencies.

  7. All university security officers shall be registered with the California Department of Justice, Division of Consumer Affairs, and are required to maintain current registration in accordance with the regulations of that agency.
  8. The University Security Services has a formal Memorandum of Understanding with the Sheriff's Department, County of Los Angeles, to request assistance for incidents that require resources not available to university security officers.
  9. University facilities are open to students, employees, and visitors Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

    Students and employees may access university facilities on weekends and holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with approval of the Security Services Office, the department/office head, and the respective vice president.

  10. Keys are provided by university Security Services to individual employees on a need-to-enter basis, as determined by each department head.

II. POLICY OBJECTIVES

  1. To ensure a safe and secure environment for Charles Drew University students, employees and visitors.
  2. To provide for the protection of university property and equipment against theft and vandalism; and
  3. To increase awareness by providing education to university students and employees for the prevention of crimes.

III. POLICY PROCEDURES

  1. In accordance with Public Law 101-542, the University will distribute annual reports containing information relating to crime statistics and security measures to current and prospective students and employees.
  2. Potential criminal actions and other emergencies on campus can be reported directly by any student or employee to university Security Services by dialing (323) 563-4918; during non-working hours, (213) 701-4019 or cell phone (213) 422-3617. Security personnel will be dispatched appropriately.
  3. The Office of Security Services shall inform students and employees, in a timely manner, of any criminal activity or security problems which may pose a reasonable threat to their physical safety.
  4. Supervisors must ensure that any loss of university property or equipment is reported to Security Services within 24 hours of the loss being detected.
  5. Security Services will provide information on security and personal safety awareness to students and employees through regular safety training sessions, bulletins, posters, brochures and other university publications, and presentations during new student and employee orientation programs.
  6. Security Services personnel will patrol campus buildings and parking facilities to ensure a high level of physical security, conduct regular security inspections and surveys, maintain electronic alarm systems, and immediate response to emergency calls.
  7. Access to university facilities during non-working hours shall be processed in accordance with the provisions of that section of the Administrative Policy.

DOs & DON'Ts To Avoid Being Victimized

DO

  • Practice security awareness (be prepared)
  • Carry keys, whistle, when approaching your vehicle
  • Keep records of serial numbers on property
  • Become aware and alert of your surroundings
  • Contact Security immediately at extension x4918
  • Wear your I.D. whenever on campus
  • Leave valuables at home or in your locked car trunk, not on your seat
  • Park your vehicle as near to your work location as possible

DON'T

  • Leave purse on seat while driving
  • Don't leave valuables in unlocked desk, file cabinet or offices
  • Flash large amounts of cash in public
  • Purchase or accept stolen property
  • Walk alone during dusk and evening hours

SELF-DEFENSE TIPS

  • Practice break away maneuvers
  • Sign up for self-defense course
  • If attacked, scream and run, yell "FIRE"
  • Use pen/pencils, heel, keys, nail file, etc.

SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS

  • Wear your name tag while on duty
  • Report suspicious persons and/or activity
  • Report ALL losses and thefts
  • Lock your vehicle, place valuables in trunk
  • Know the location of fire alarms and fire extinguishers
  • Be familiar with your fire and disaster plans
  • Contact Security by telephone unless an extreme emergency arises: Main Office (323) 563-4918

SECURITY PAGING NUMBERS/PROCEDURES

Employees needing to contact Security Services during non-working hours may call the Emergency Paging Number (213) 701-4019 or cell phone (213) 422-3617.

Please use the procedures listed below under the following situations: During Working Hours Security Services can be reached by calling (323) 563-4918.

Non-working Hours/Emergency Situation

  1. Dial the Security Officer's Paging number (213) 701-4019
  2. Immediately after the beep tone, enter your call-back number on your touch tone telephone.
  3. Wait for the completion of another beep tone.
  4. Hang up.

Please adhere to all policy requirements involving pre-authorized requests and signature requirements.

ON CAMPUS CRIMES
Year Ending June, 30th, 2002

Crimes 1999-00 2000-01 2001-02
Homicide 0 0 0
Rape-Forceable 0 0 0
Rape-Non-Forceable 0 0 0
Robbery 0 1 0
Aggravated Assault 1 0 0
Burglary 0 1 1
Motor Vehicle Theft 0 0 0
Larceny 4 3 4
Drug/Alcohol Offenses 0 0 0
Weapons Violations 1 0 0

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, or use of a controlled substance or being present, on University premises or while participating in University activities, while intoxicated, impaired or inebriated from drugs or alcohol is absolutely prohibited. Violations of this policy will result in University disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion (of students) or termination (of employees), and may have further legal consequences.

Legal consequences could include referral for prosecution, arrest and penal or probationary disposition under appropriate sections of the California Health and Safety Code, the California Penal Code and/or the United States Code.

Employees needing help in dealing with drug and alcohol dependency problems are encouraged to use our Employee Assistance Program and available health insurance plan services. Additional information can be obtained through the Department of Human Resources, (323) 563-5827.

Students may contact their respective Student Affairs office for information and referral for drug and alcohol counseling, treatment and re-entry programs: (323) 563-4960 for the College of Medicine; or (323) 563-4950 for the College of Science and Health.