Crime
Prevention Tips For Personal Safety
- After
dark avoid unlighted, vacant or deserted
areas. If you are
being followed or see suspicious activity – move
to a lighted building or area and attract
the attention of other people. Dial 911
or pick up a Blue Light phone or elevator
phone to reach the University Police
Department.
- Avoid walking alone
after dark. Call the UPD Escort Service
at (408) 924-2222 for escorts on the campus
and adjacent area. Walk with a friend or
in a group.
- Avoid
jogging alone–day
or night.
- Never hitch a ride
from a stranger.
- Be aware of your surroundings
and other people who may be around you.
- Consider
carrying a noise-making device (such
as a whistle)
with you. If you are threatened – yell “FIRE” to
summon help.
- Consider waiting for
another elevator car, rather than entering
a car alone with a stranger. Stand away
from the elevator door to avoid being pushed
inside. If you are assaulted inside an
elevator, hit the ALARM BUTTON and not
the emergency stop button.
- Always have your keys
in your hand and ready for use when you
approach a locked door.
- Look around your vehicle
and in the back seat before getting in.
- Drive on well-traveled
streets, keep your doors locked (make it
a habit to lock your doors as soon as you
get into your vehicle).
- If
your vehicle breaks down, stay inside
and open your
window
only slightly. If someone stops to help,
stay inside and speak to them through
your window – ask them to call for
help.
- Where
possible, engrave your driver’s license or identification
number on your valuable items – UPD
can help you do this.
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