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- Keeping Safety in Mind
A good question to ask when visiting a college campus is, "How
safe is this community?" On the campus of
Florida State University, the best way to answer this question is, "This
community is only as safe as those who live here."
The Florida State University Police Department, located
at the corner of Jefferson and Woodward Streets, is available to assist
students, faculty and visitors of the University. Police service is
provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week. FSUPD can be reached
at 644-1234. If you are looking for assistance in your hall,
call the front desk. Most hall offices are staffed 24 hours a day.
The Student Government Association provides an evening taxi service
known as the S.A.F.E. ride program. Calling 644-SAFE from your residence
hall room, the library, or parking lot will bring a van or cart to your
location, and take you anywhere on campus. If you are walking or jogging
at night, use a lighted path and be aware of the FSU "blue light
trail" around you.
Safety concerns in the halls
Get into the habit of locking your room door every time you leave the
room, and even when you are inside the room alone. Get out of the habit
of responding with, "Come in!" when there is a knock at the
door. Carry your keys with you at all times. Never admit a non-resident
into the hall.
Valuables -
We strongly recommend renter’s insurance for the duration of your
stay on campus. We cannot accept responsibility for damage or theft
of students’ property. Money and small valuables should be kept
in a bank or safe deposit box. Other personal valuables can be engraved
using our Operation ID Program and kept in a secure area. See your RA
or Adopt a C.O.P.P. for details.
Elevators -
If the elevator becomes impaired while in operation, you should press
the alarm button and remain inside the elevator until help arrives.
Trained elevator personnel are the only people authorized to remove
occupants trapped in an elevator. Under no circumstances should you
attempt to release trapped occupants or to force elevator doors open.
Report elevator problems to the Police or your front desk.
Weapons -
Possession or use of a firearm, knife or other weapons on campus is
a violation of the FSU Student Conduct Code. To store a gun, contact
the FSU Police Department (311).
Severe Weather -
Tallahassee does have its share of inclement weather, particularly in
the fall and late spring. Residents may be notified of dangerous weather
conditions through their hall staff, but are encouraged to use the FSU
website, or by calling 644-INFO. This resource is an updated recording
that can be changed as new information becomes available. Those who
are not familiar with severe weather terms should find the following
definitions helpful.
- A Hurricane "Watch"
indicates that a hurricane condition is a strong possibility and may
threaten the Tallahassee area within 36 hours. A Tornado "Watch"
indicates that conditions are favorable for a tornado during a set period
of time.
- A Hurricane "Warning" indicates
that a hurricane is expected in the Tallahassee area within 24 hours.
Residents are advised to stay on campus and not travel home, as roads
may become hazardous very quickly. A Tornado "Warning"
indicates that a funnel cloud/tornado has been spotted in the immediate
area and to find shelter immediately.
Fire Safety -
During fire alarms, residents may not use the elevator and should use
the nearest stairway to leave the building. Evacuation drills, held
at least once per semester, help familiarize residents with procedures
to evacuate the building safely. Written evacuation instructions are
located in student rooms. Intentionally activating a false fire alarm
is a violation of State Law 806.101 and the FSU Student Code of Conduct.
Anyone who activates a false alarm is subject to judicial action as
well as criminal prosecution in the Leon County Court system. At no
time may anything be hung from the sprinkler system pipes or heads.
Damage to this system could cause damage to personal belongings and
to residence hall property.
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