Yavapai College Campus Police - Dial 311

Whether you're living on or off campus there are things that you can do to protect your space.

Your Dorm Room

1. Always lock your door
2. Don't let strangers into your room. Use your peephole.
3. Don't leave personal information or where you are on your voicemail or memo pad.
4. Keep valuables to a minimum and out of sight.
5. Don't give out your room key/card. Report lost or stolen keys/cards ASAP.

Your Apartment

1. Ask local police to do a free safety check of your place
2. Don't put your full name or phone # on your mail box

Parking Lots

1. Have your car key in hand and ready to go.
2. Look in the back seat and under your car as you approach and before you get in.
3. Park as close as possible to your destination in a well lit area and don't be afraid to ask for an escort from Campus Police or someone else you trust.
4. Always keep your car locked even when your in it.

Common Areas

Tell someone where your going or take someone with you when you have to work in an isolated lab, lounge or practice room.

How to Prevent Theft

1. Lock your vehicle and dorm room doors at all times.
2. Keep valuables out of sight in your room and/or car.
3. Put the last 4 digits of your SS# in all your text books.
4. Do not leave your laundry unattended.
5. Do not leave school books or supplies unattended
6. Keep a list of all make, model & serial numbers of your property.
7. Register your bike with Campus Police.

Community Minded

No one is invincible. Risks, crime and personal injury can occur at any time. The best way to protect ourselves and others is by using our heads and caring about what happens in our community. Safety is everyone's responsibility.

Propping Open Doors

You don't want the wrong person slipping in through your propped door. Simply closing your door can help prevent tragedies - from rapes to thefts to murders.

Strangers

Report the presence of strangers to your hall director and/or Campus Police. Never let strangers into your room or even your building.

"Little Things"

Don't be afraid to report community safety hazards. By making that call you could be saving someone else from a potential threat.

• Slippery floors
• Broken doors/windows
• Missing window screens
• Burned out lights
• Compromised emergency equipment
• Water leaks
• Broken glass

Hate/Bias-Related Incidents

If someone threatens you or you over hear a threat to anyone based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or any other characteristic, get help right away. No one should have to deal with the fear, shame, discomfort or intimidation that comes from these threats.

Report It! - Who, What, Where, When, Why & How

When describing an incident stay objective, keep things in chronological order, tell listeners where you were at the time of the incident. When describing a person, notice permanent features-hair color, height, facial structure, build, etc. Share any special characteristics such as tattoos, birth marks or injuries. When describing an object, take note of the basics such as size, color and shape. Jot down any identifying characteristics, from a license plate number to a unique odor.

Personal Risks

Keep Yourself Safe

• Walk with another person
• Be aware of your surroundings
• Walk with confidence
• Think about what to do if?
• Walk in well-lit areas
• Ask for an escort
• Lock vehicles & rooms
• Lock up valuables & cash
• Check in & around your vehicle before entering

Keep Your Stuff Safe

• Don't leave your backpack unattended
• Always lock up your bike
• Don't leave valuables in plain sight
• Don't leave large amounts of cash in your room even if it's hidden

What to Watch For

• People who do not belong
• Packages or items that do not belong
• Irrational/inappropriate behavior
• Safety hazards

Date Rape Drugs such as GHB, Rohypnol (roofies), & Ketamine (special K)

These drugs are odorless and tasteless making them easy to slip into your drink. For 4-6 hours you lose your inhibitions, succumb to drowsiness, slur speech and forget what happens. *Never leave your drink unattended, *Never drink from common sources (punch bowls etc), Never accept drinks from strangers.

Alcohol & Other Drugs

When under the influence, you are more likely to take risks and make unwise choices. Your inhibitions are lowered and your judgment is impaired. The majority of safety related incidences occur when someone involved is under the influence.

Impaired Driving

Bottom line: don't drink and drive and don't accept a ride from someone who is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Say "NO" and don't feel bullied into accepting a ride from someone who doesn't have your best interests in mind.

Sexual Assault

Make smart choices and don't allow your judgment to be impaired by drugs or alcohol. Remember many victims and perpetrators of sexual assault are under the influence.

Getting Help

Alcohol and drugs not only impair your judgment they also slow your response time. If you or a friend are injured or in need of help, will you be able to respond correctly and in time?

Fire Facts

FEMA (The Federal Emergency Management Association) reported that 40% of residential fire deaths are people who were alcohol impaired.

Prescription Medications

Don't misuse your prescription drugs and don't buy or sell prescription drugs. "Pharming" often leads to unintentional overdose causing bodily harm and even death.

Club Drugs

Ecstasy, GHB, Special K, LSD, Meth and other club drugs often have other harmful chemicals mixed in. Club drugs are also highly addictive and can wreak havoc on your body and your brain.

Sexual Assault

Female and male students can be victims of sexual assault. 78% of sexual assaults occur by someone known to the victim, 22% are by a stranger. 2/3 of high school females experience sexual violence. 1 in 4 women are at risk for sexual assault; 1 in 6 males are at risk. When sexual assault occurs, 55% of females and 95% of males were drinking.

• Don't be alone with someone you just met.
• Communicate your intentions clearly. When you say "NO", mean it!
• Keep a level head. Don't allow your judgment to be clouded by drugs or alcohol, both of which lower your inhibitions.
• When out with friends don't leave until everyone is accounted for.
• Trust Your Instincts!

When Others are Under The Influence…

• Don't argue.
• Don't reason.
• Keep your voice calm
• Walk away
• Don't ride with them

Know What To Do

• Get to know your campus so you can respond quickly and appropriately during a crisis.
• Know where emergency and blue light phones are located
• Memorize Campus Police's number Ext 311 or 776-2185.
• Learn how to get a hold of RA's on duty.
• Know where fire alarm pull boxes and extinguishers are
• our Campus Police responds to 911 calls.
• Memorize your building's front desk number

Bomb Threats

These dangers come in all shapes from a gunman to a phoned in bomb threat

• Listen when campus police and other staff tell you what to do.
• Don't panic or assume the worst.
• Take drills seriously you may have to use the information.
• Have a healthy suspicion and alert staff when something doesn't seem right.
• Don't ever make a threat as a "joke".

Fire Facts

Fires can happen anywhere and they do not discriminate

• Know where your emergency EXITS are.
• Heed the fire alarm even if you think it's false.
• Don't use illegal appliances, candles, or incense in res. hall.
• Be careful when smoking. Put it all the way out.
• Don't drape fabric over lamps.
• Don't tamper with fire equipment. It could be life or death.

Natural Disasters

Mother nature doesn't mess around. Take natural disaster response seriously

• Follow evacuation procedures quickly and completely.
• Work with trained staff to make things go smoothly
• Be proactive and learn what to do in an emergency.
• Help keep others calm so that they can get to safety as well.

Crisis Do's and Don't

Don't hamper the efforts of emergency or medical personnel. You will be a bigger help if you get out of their way and help with crowd control.

Identity Theft

Don't give out your personal information to anyone who you don't know. With just your social security number, hackers can access unlimited aspects of your identity. It can take months and even years to clear your name and re-establish your credit.

Cyberstalking

Cyber stalking is a serious form of stalking; take any comments or threats seriously. Always keep records of the offenses and save any e-mails. Report it right away and hand your evidence over to the proper authorities.

If a friend seems ill, intoxicated, or drugged:

Get help immediately; don't worry about them "getting in trouble". Their safety should be your #1 concern.

DON'T transport friends to the hospital. You may cause more harm. Medical personnel are trained to move injured people and can start working on them in route.

Online Relationships

Just because you've been chatting with someone for a while does not mean that you know them. DO NOT give out any personal information. If you decide to meet an on-line friend in person always meet in a public place and never go alone.

Illegal File Sharing

More and more students are being charged for downloading material that is not theirs. This puts you and the school in a compromising position.

If someone is bleeding apply direct pressure and get help immediately.

In a crisis situation stay as calm and as level headed as possible, it can make all the difference.

There is always a chance that you may encounter a crisis situation. Be prepared and keep the following tips in mind.

DON'T play the hero

By stepping into a volatile situation chances are you'll get hurt and/or make the situation worse.

Laptop Theft

• Always keep it with you when you are using it around campus.
• When it's in your room always keep your door locked
• When not in use keep it out of sight
• Register your lap top
• Look into locking & tracking systems

Email Safety

• Don't make your address or screen name to obvious
• Choose a name that is easy for you to remember but unknown to others
• Report illegal access to your accounts right away

Don't Be Consistent

If you park in the same place and come and go at the same time, you could be unconsciously making a date with a potential attacker. Alter the routes you take to your destination. If possible come and go with friends. Park in a well lit area, scan the area while walking to your car before you approach. If you see anything suspicious, return to a place where there are other people and call the police.

Campus Safety - 311
Prescott - 928-776-2185
Verde Valley - 928-634-6599

Life Line Ambulance - 911
928-445-3814

Prescott FIRE Dept - 911
928-445-5555

Central Yavapai FIRE - 911
928-772-7711

Chino Valley District - 911
928-636-2442

Yavapai Silent Witness
800-932-3232 - Help Solve Crimes

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