Prevention

Part of prevention is individual safety consciousness and awareness of personal environment. The following crime prevention measures can contribute to the safety and security of the college community:

Keep vehicle locked at all times.
Keep valuables or purse locked in your office out of site (or locked in a vehicle out of sight).
Take and keep office and car keys available and accessible at all times.
Keep laptop in a secure area.
Do not park in isolated areas.
Leave items of high value at home.
Do not leave personal property unattended.
Do not carry large amounts of cash and do not disclose/advertise valuables.
Keep purse, backpack, wallet or briefcase close to the body.
Mark personal items, including textbooks, phones, laptops, briefcase, calculators and radios.
Have no weapons on/in possession.
Weapons on campus are prohibited and subject to disciplinary action.
Be alert – do not take unnecessary chances.
Avoid dangerous situations whenever possible.
Take common sense precautions – the best defense.
Report incidents to 911 and Lummi Police.
If afraid of going to vehicle or from building to building, call the Security Manager for an escort.
If suspicious persons are on campus, call 911 and the Security Manager.
If working late, lock the building door and office door, and contact campus security so they may check in or provide an escort out when ready to leave.
Exterior campus lighting is essential in creating a safe campus environment. Report any exterior lighting issues to the Security Manager or the Facilities Maintenance Director.