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College Dormitory and Campus Personal Injury Safety Tips

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Kid going away to college? Freshman year dormitory living may be your son or daughter's first time on their own.  It's an exciting time for them, thinking about how they will decorate or what their roomates will be like. They may not be thinking about it, but I'm sure your collegiate's safety is one of your priorities.

Before you send them off, please go over some simple dormitory and campus safety tips:

 

  • Keep your doors locked at all times. .
  • Engrave easily stolen item such as TVs, stereos and DVRs. Keep lists of those items including brand names, model numbers, and serial numbers.
  • Do not "hide" keys over doors, under mats or in other places. Criminals know all of the hiding places.
  • Report any suspicious incidents, or persons, to the Campus Police immediately. 
  • Know where your dorm emergency phones are located
  • Report lost or stolen keys or access cards immediately.
  • Report broken windows, doors or lights to maintenance or your R.A..
  • Do not store expensive jewelry or large amount of cash in a dormitory room. Store checkbooks and passports in a secure place.
  • Do not leave coats, books or other valuable items in common areas where they may be easily stolen. Lock them in your room.
  • List only your initials on your mailbox.
  • If possible use your peephole before answering your door.
  • When away for an extended time, inform your RA and have a trusted neighbor watch your room.
  • Under no circumstances should you prop open any exterior door. It may seem harmless and convenient, you are endangering yourself and everyone else. Exterior doors are locked for your safety. Never admit uninvited non-residents into the building. If a suspicious person enters, call the Campus Police Department immediately with a description.
  • Interior fire doors should never be propped open.
  • Report all thefts, attempted thefts or suspicious behavior immediately.
  • Never store or leave valuables in plain view in your car.
  • Familiarize yourself with evacuation and emergency plans for your building ASAP after your arrival.
  • When approaching entrances have your key or access card in your hand and ready to use, avoid standing outside fumbling through your pockets or purse.
  • Never leave notes on your door saying you are out
  • Travel with another person after dark.  If you do not have a travel buddy, contact Campus Security to give you an escort back to your dorm.

 

A public service message from your Long Island Accident and Injury Lawyer

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