Safety and Security Hints
The campuses, centers and satellites of
CCAC have historically been a safe and secure environment for
education and learning. Even with a combination of urban and
suburban settings the incidents of concern remain relatively small
yet personal awareness is always encouraged. The following are some
hints that can ensure a continued success in this combined endeavor
by the CCAC college community:
- If you drive, don't leave valuables in plain view and always
lock your doors.
- Don't leave valuables unattended. Take them with you or ask
someone to watch them for you.
- Keep purses, bags, back-packs, closed when not in use. Don't
hang purses on the backs of chairs. Don't keep valuables in outside
pockets of back-packs. Keep track of your books, especially during
buy-back period (when most thefts occur).
- Leave credit cards at home unless you know you will need them.
Never keep PIN numbers or password information with credit, bank or
other account cards.
- Car pool. Take classes with friends / acquaintances. Travel in
groups when possible.
- Be aware of others around you, inside and out. If you are
uncomfortable with your surroundings, leave, back-track, etc. until
you feel secure. If needed, ask for an escort from Security or
someone you feel safe with.
- Carry car keys in hand on way to vehicle. This gets you in
faster and you can lock your door. Carry personal communicator as
well, if practical.
- Know where the exits are in case of evacuation order or
building alarm. Follow audible instructions. Go to the closest
exit, not the one nearest your car.
- Lastly, if you think a situation is potentially dangerous, it
probably is. Follow your instincts and seek assistance.