Safety Services & Programs
- University Police Department
5350 55th Street
San Diego, CA 92182 - Lobby Open Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Phone: 619-594-1991
- Fax: 619-594-6657
- Email: [email protected]
Contact Info
Emergencies:
During emergencies, dial 9-1-1 or use any emergency blue light phone located throughout campus.
Text to 9-1-1 is available in San Diego County and Imperial County. Individuals should text if they are:
- deaf or hard of hearing, non-verbal or have difficulty speaking;
- experiencing a situation where it is unsafe to call 9-1-1 for help; or
- in a medical emergency and cannot speak on the phone.
Non-Emergencies:
During non-emergencies, call 619-594-1991 and press 1 to speak with a police dispatcher.
Report a Tip/Information:
You can report a tip or share information by calling the University Police Tip line at 619-594-4636 or by emailing [email protected] You may remain anonymous.
Please note that the investigations tip line and email account are ONLY monitored during regular business hours. If you are reporting an emergency that requires immediate assistance, please dial 9-1-1.
- Call 9-1-1 and describe the nature of your medical problem and campus location.
- If you have been trained, quickly:
- Control serious bleeding by applying direct pressure on the wound.
- Begin CPR if the victim is not breathing.
- If an automated external defibrillator (AED) is available, turn it on and follow the instructions.
- Remain with the injured person until help arrives.
- During a fire,
- Activate the fire alarm using a manual pull station.
- Evacuate the building using the nearest exit or stairwell.
- Avoid elevators.
- Call 9-1-1. (Do not re-enter the building until instructed by law enforcement and emergency officials).
- Fire Extinguisher Instructions
- P - Pull the pin on the extinguisher
- A - Aim the hose or nozzle at the base of the fire
- S - Squeeze the handle
- S - Sweep the extinguishing agent back and forth at the base of the fire
RUN. HIDE. FIGHT.
- Exit the building if possible.
- Call 9-1-1 once it is safe to do so.
- If you cannot run, go to an enclosed room, turn off the lights, lock the doors, and barricade entry points.
- If running and hiding are not an option, then fight. Identify items you can use for self-defense and be as aggressive as possible. Work with others if you can.
Indoors
- Immediately DROP, COVER, and HOLD under a sturdy desk or table.
- Position yourself along an interior wall, staying away from glass windows, shelves and heavy equipment that may topple over.
- Do not run outside unless your building is believed to be in immediate danger or can possibly collapse.
Outdoors
- Quickly move away from buildings, utility poles, and other structures.
- Stay in an open area.
- If a chemical spill occurs within a campus building, immediately call 9-1-1.
- Notify University Police if you have been exposed to a chemical.
- If exposed, avoid contact with others.
- When evacuating, move to an area upwind and away from the odors.
- Call 619-594-1991 if you believe someone is planning or researching an attack.
- The Threat Management Team (TMT) appropriately responds to individuals exhibiting behaviors that may pose a threat to themselves and others.
- Whenever possible and appropriate, TMT provides follow-up interventions.
Safety Tips
- Walk with friends and known classmates.
- Use busier, well-lit walkways when traveling at night.
- Walk confidently and with a purpose.
- Avoid listening to loud music when walking alone - loud music can make you less able to sense danger.
- Think about your safety wherever you go and avoid situations that could put you in danger.
- Trust your instincts. If you feel unsafe, leave the area and notify the police.
- Be alert to your surroundings and notify the police if something is unsafe.
- Keep valuable items close by and out of sight while in public.
- Don't carry important identifying information, such as your passport or social security card unless you plan to use them.
- When you are not using your phone, store it out of sight. Avoid placing your phone in pockets, where the phone is still clearly visible.
- When using your phone, remember to pay attention to your surroundings.
- Avoid drinking to the point of intoxication.
- Be familiar with where the emergency blue light phones are located around campus.
- Know multiple ways to get to and leave frequently visited areas of campus.
- Email the UPD Community Resource Officer to enroll in an upcoming Personal Safety and Awareness workshop.
- Don't bring strangers to university-sanctioned events with you as your guest. These events are designed for students and their friends, not members of the general public. If the stranger has a friend at the event, their friend can invite them as their guest.
- Don't advertise parties or gatherings on public websites or social media where the general public can access information about the event.
- Avoid allowing strangers to enter events or parties if no one at the event knows them.
- Place all valuables in a secure, out-of-sight location before any event in which you invite people to your home. If your bedroom door has a key, lock the room before the event and check to verify it is still locked throughout the event.
- At home or in the residence halls, keep your doors and windows locked, especially when you are not home or asleep.
- Get to know your neighbors, and watch out for each other.
- Secure valuables in out-of-sight locations.
- In residence halls, don't give floormates access to your room when you or your roommates are not present.
- Don't leave valuable items in your vehicle.
- If items must be left in the vehicle, secure the items out of sight before arriving at your destination.
- Park in busier areas of parking facilities.
- Don't leave clothing, bags or boxes in your vehicle.
- Verify the person's identity by checking social media prior to arriving for the transaction. If they are unwilling to provide their social media information, it is possible they could be trying to hide their identity.
- Conduct the sale or purchase in a well-lit and busy public area.
- Consider having the other party meet you at the University Police Department and conduct the sale near the front entrance.
- For transactions of higher-value items, consider bringing a friend.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Avoid being distracted by your phone or loud music from earbuds or headphones.
- Keep valuables out of sight when they are not in use.
- Be alert to your surroundings and notify the police if something is unsafe.
- Report suspicious activity to the San Diego Police Department by calling 9-1-1 (for emergencies) or 619-531-2000 (for non-emergencies).
- If you see someone with a weapon, go to a safe place and call 9-1-1. Do not confront the person.
- Walk with friends and trusted classmates.
- Think about safety wherever you go.
- Trust your instincts. If you feel unsafe, leave the area and notify the police.
- Avoid drinking to the point of intoxication.
- Don't advertise parties or gatherings on public websites or social media where the general public can access information about the event.
- Don't allow strangers to enter events or parties if no one knows them.
- Place all valuables in a secure, out-of-sight location before any event in which you invite people into your home.
- If your bedroom door has a key, lock the room before the event and check to verify the room is still locked throughout the event.
- Keep your doors and windows locked, especially when you are asleep or not home.
- Email the UPD Community Resource Officer to enroll in an upcoming Personal Safety and Awareness workshop.