Overview
The primary role of the Public Safety Department is providing
assistance and protection to students, employees and visitors on campus.
Other responsibilities include:
- protecting district and personal property
- providing assistance with disabled vehicles
- managing lost and found property
- identifying safety hazards
- giving presentations about safety and crime prevention.
We've built strong relationships with our neighbors and work closely with
the Phoenix Police Department
to provide safety on campus.
Community members are encouraged to report all suspected crimes and
unusual or suspicious activities and emergencies.
Security and Access to College Facilities
We issue identification cards to enrolled students and encourage students to
carry these cards at all times while on campus. The identification card
indicates that the bearer is a member of the college community.
Reporting Crimes and Other Emergencies
Students, employees and others are encouraged to report any criminal
activity or emergencies that occur on campus to Public Safety. In emergency
situations, dial 9-1-1 first.
Responding to Criminal Activity and Emergencies
- Public Safety or a Phoenix police officer will respond to each report of
criminal activity.
- The Phoenix fire department will respond to reports of fire or medical
emergencies.
- The college responds administratively if a sexual assault or other
criminal offense involves a student or employee as the alleged offender.
- Victims may submit a written, signed statement detailing an incident
to the Dean of Student Services.
Evacuation
In the event of an evacuation, it is critical that all people exit the
buildings in a safe and orderly manner. The signal to evacuate is normally
given by fire alarm. During a natural/propane gas emergency, the signal will
be given verbally. View the following links for more details:
Crime Awareness and Prevention
All incidents reported to the Public Safety Department are published on the Public Safety blog.
Weapons
Possession or use of firearms on campus is strictly forbidden.
Escorts
Escorts are available to students, faculty and staff. Requests may be
made to Public Safety by phone.
Motor Vehicle Registration
All students and employees operating a motor vehicle on campus must
register their vehicles with the Public Safety. Upon issue, parking decals should be
placed on the lower left side of the front windshield.
Drugs and Alcohol Policy
We comply with the
Drug Free Schools and
Communities Act and all state laws. Possession or consumption of
alcoholic beverages on campus is prohibited.
