Volume 3, No. 37 September 26, 2003
‘Bee’ safe at SCAD By Gene Friedman Previous “On The Safe Side” columns have addressed a variety of personal safety issues. Usually, each article discusses one facet of this subject at a time. Today’s column highlights the main points of a few of these past articles. This should serve as a primer to new members of the SCAD community and a refresher for those who are returning. In the residence halls or at home • Never prop your door open. • Keep your doors locked at all times — even if you will be gone for only a second. • Keep your windows locked. • Never leave valuables unattended. • Conceal valuables (jewelry, cash, credit cards, checkbooks) in your room. When you drive • When in your car, keep all valuables, including your purse, out of sight. • Back your car into a parking space, when possible. You will be able to enter and exit your vehicle safer. You will also be able to drive away more quickly, should there be any danger. • Gas your vehicle during the daytime, preferably at a busy station. • Always lock your vehicle and keep your windows up, whether you are driving or have parked your car. On the street • Before leaving, mentally plan a safe route to your destination. • Try not to walk alone. Walk in a group or take a friend. • Walk in well-lighted areas. • Walk on main streets. • Let someone know when you are leaving and when you plan to return. • Avoid carrying a purse. • Be aware. Don’t daydream when you walk. Know who is around you and who is approaching from the rear. • Don’t wear headphones; music will distract you from paying attention to your surroundings. When you bike • Never ride with headphones on. You won’t be able to hear approaching traffic or a car horn warning of danger. • Don’t ride through the squares. • Obey all traffic laws; they apply to bicycles as well as to motor vehicles. • Always lock your bicycle. • Register your bicycle at the college security office (345 Bull St., across from Poetter Hall). • Even though it’s not “cool,” wear a helmet. In general • Read The Campus Chronicle to keep informed about college security events and to learn more safety tips. • Immediately report any suspicious activity or concerns to the college security office at 525-4500. Don’t be embarrassed about reporting something you may consider trivial. It just may be the one missing piece of information that is needed to prevent a crime or to solve one. • Access the college security Web site for more information. There is a hotlink on the SCAD homepage to this site. • If you ever have even the slightest question about personal safety or protection of property, feel free to contact the college security department at any time. Friedman is director of college security. The University of San Francisco Department of Public Safety contributed to this article.
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