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University Police
Office & Building Security Tips
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Teamwork
Faculty, Staff, Students, and the University
Police must work together for a safe and
secure environment.
The University at Buffalo Police
Know how to contact them.
645-2222 from any campus phone, Blue Light
Emergency Phone, or elevator phone.
*2222 from any campus pay phone.
Get to know the officers and services provided.
Call for a Community Police Officer to meet
with you or your group at 645-2228.
Key Security
It is your responsibility to maintain security.
Know which keys you have and to which locks.
Only have keys to facilities you need to access.
Never leave keys in a doorlock.
Don’t loan keys out.
Don’t duplicate keys.
Report key loss to University Facilities from
any campus phone by dialing 71.
Make sure that keys issued on a temporary basis
are returned.
Return keys you don’t need or don’t use.
equipment.
Locking Doors and Windows
Lock interior and exterior doors.
Check all doors and windows when you leave
Use alarms and sensory systems. (Call
University Police at 645-2228 for a Community
Police Officer to evaluate if alarms are
needed.)
Avoid false alarms by understanding how alarm
systems work.
Securing Office/Classroom Equipment
Use inventory control and keep detailed
records.
Follow policies that are in place.
Tag and inventory property.
Help when moving equipment to ensure
security of property.
Enter serial numbers and model numbers in
records.
Never dispose of property without following
necessary procedures.
Issue Property Removal Forms when loaning
equipment.
Personal Security
Park in well-traveled, highly visible lots.
If it is dark, only use well-lit lots and walkways.
Don’t leave valuables in plain sight.
Walk with your car key out and ready.
Don’t walk alone.
Use escort services.
Know where emergency phones are, what
they look like, and how to use them.
Securing Personal Equipment
Keep all equipment securely locked when not in
use.
Lock doors and windows.
Lock laptop and personal computers in a secure
cabinet.
Store documentation and computer manuals
away from the equipment itself.
Secure software and program disks.
Propped Doors
Security and fire safety are compromised when
doors are propped.
Remove item holding door open, close door, and
throw away item.
Report broken doors immediately to University
Facilities at phone number 71.
Reporting Crime
Notify University Police immediately when you
know a crime has occurred.
Be prepared to describe the situation or stolen
item to an officer.
Report any new information immediately at
phone number 645-2222.
Report things that appear out of place, or
suspicious activity immediately.
Report solicitors immediately.
Be prepared to give accurate descriptions of
race, age, sex, appearance, location, etc.
Petty Cash
Use a locked cash box.
Lock cash boxes in a desk drawer or cabinet
when leaving the office.
Don’t let cash accumulate; set an amount at
which it is to be deposited.
Operation Identification for Personal Items
Use engravers and identification stickers.
Use tracking software and PC marking systems.
Information on these services is available
through your Community Police Officer at
645-2228.
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University Police
Bissell Hall
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY 14260-4900
Tel: (716) 645-2227
Fax: (716) 645-3758
Emergencies & Service:
Tel: (716) 645-2222
Chief of Police:
Gerald W. Schoenle Jr.
E-Mail:
General
Alerts & Timely Warnings
UB's Emergency Preparedness & Text Alert System
Personal Emergency Procedures
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