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5 THE COLLEGE'S ANNUAL SECURITY AND FIRE SAFETY REPORT 2017 Authority of the Office of Campus Police Services and Relationship with Other Law Enforcement Agencies Campus Police Services reports to the Vice President for Information Technology and Public Safety. TCNJ's Office of Campus Police Services consists of a chief, captain, lieutenant, sergeants, detective bureau, patrol officers, public safety telecommunicators, and security officers. All Campus Police Officers are fully trained, commissioned, and armed in accordance with the state laws under which they are appointed. ey have all powers of police and constables in criminal cases and offenses against the law throughout the state of New Jersey. Incidents occurring on campus are handled fully by the Office of Campus Police Services. is includes the duties of response, investigation, and subsequent prosecution of any criminal activities. e Office of Campus Police Services also maintains a close relationship and consults with the Ewing Township Police Department on matters of mutual concern. e Mercer County Prosecutor's Office, Sheriff's Department, and New Jersey State Police have MOU's with TCNJ, and also serve as valuable resources to the Office of Campus Police Services when needed. e college also occupies several off-campus properties in Ewing Township. TCNJ does not have any recognized student organizations included in these off-campus locations. e Ewing Township Police Department monitors and responds to emergencies and criminal activity at these locations and shares pertinent information with the Office of Campus Police Services whenever appropriate. Campus Safety Measures • Safety Walk Program • Crime Prevention Program • Timely warnings and emergency notifications • To sign up for text message alerts: emergency.tcnj.edu • Office of Campus Police Services website: campuspolice.tcnj.edu • "Cop Shop" column in the student newspaper, e Signal • Alcohol-Awareness Programs • Blue emergency light telephones • Campus lighting checks • Traffic safety • AED's (automatic-defibrillators) • Electronic and Bicycle Registration and Tracking Asset Program • Bicycle, Foot, and Segway Patrols • RAD (Rape Aggression Defense)Program • TCNJ EMS: lionsgate.tcnj.edu/organization/TCNJEMS Crime Prevention Tips • Call 911 from any campus phone, cell phone, or pay phone to report an emergency. • Value your safety as well as the safety of others. • Always be aware of your surroundings. • Report all suspicious persons or activities, safety hazards, or unsafe lighting to the Office of Campus Police Services at 609.771.2345. • Don't walk alone. Get a friend to walk, jog, or run with you. Call the Office of Campus Police Services at 609.771.2345 for a safety escort. • At night, always choose a well-lit and well-populated walking route. • Develop a relationship with your neighbors; check in with each other. • Have your keys in hand before you get to your residence or vehicle. • Never take shortcuts through poorly lighted areas. • Properly secure your living area. Avoid allowing non-ID holders to enter when you swipe into your residence hall, and never prop open exterior doors. • Keep your doors and windows locked at all times. • Never leave your book bag, purse, laptop, or other valuables unattended. • For individuals who commute to school, do not leave valuables such as electronics, clothing, loose change, or other personal items in your car. If you need to leave anything in your vehicle, do not leave it in plain sight. Make sure you always lock your doors. Safety and Security in Campus Facilities Security and safety issues are given high priority in the design of new facilities. e Office of Campus Police Services, in an ongoing program, conducts security surveys of existing facilities, with findings and recommendations forwarded to the appropriate administrative areas for remedial action when necessary. Periodic assessments of campus lighting and emergency telephones are conducted, and deficiencies are promptly addressed by the appropriate administrative area.

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