Safety Tips

On Campus

Whenever possible, travel with friends or classmates.
Stay in well lighted areas. Avoid locations that are dark, remote, and not well traveled.
Make eye contact with people when walking.
Walk close to the curb. Avoid doorways, bushes and alleys.
If you think you are being followed, walk quickly to areas where there are people. If a car appears to be following you, turn and walk on the other side of the street
If you are uncomfortable walking to your car, call the Campus Security Office at x2400 from any of the courtesy phones (located in yellow boxes) for assistance or dial (805) 730-4200 from a cell phone. See campus map for emergency phone locations.
Keep Emergency phone numbers programed in your cell phone for easy access. SBCC Security Emergency (805) 730-4200.

Car Safety

Always lock your car doors after entering or leaving your car.
Always try to park in well lighted areas.
Have your car keys in your hand so you don't have to linger outside before entering your car. Keys can also serve as a possible weapon against an attacker.
Always check the back seat of your car before getting into your car.
If your are being followed, drive to the Campus Security Office or an open business for help. Do not go home. Don't let a potential attacker or robber know where you live.
If your car breaks down, raise the hood and attach a white cloth to the car antenna. If someone stops to help, stay in your car with your car doors locked, and ask them to call the police and/or a tow truck.
You may not be able to avoid crime or a confrontation with a criminal no matter how careful you are. That is why it is important to know what to do if you do become a victim of a crime.

Dial 9-1-1 and tell the 911 operator where you are and what happened.
Try to remember as many details about the assailant as possible, such as clothing, hair color, tattoos, scars or other identifiable marks. Write this information down, don't trust your memory.
Do not disturb or destroy any possible evidence. Safety Tips
If you feel unsafe move to a place of safety where you can be seen and contacted by Police or other 911 personnel.

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