Building and Personnel Security
Louisiana Tech University has been blessed with a local
environment of minimal crime. In an ongoing effort to continue this trend,
the University has devoted some of its limited resources to provide a modern
infrastructure for safety of personnel and property. Some examples of this
are as follows:
1. Over the years significant expenditures have been made
to provide a well-lit campus utilizing high mast lighting and smaller
lighting off buildings.
2. The Campus is patrolled frequently.
3. Students and staff desiring to cross the campus at night may use the
University Police escort service.
4. A modern keyless dormitory security system has been installed. As funding
becomes available, non-dormitory buildings will be added to this system.
5. Video cameras have been installed in various areas on campus to monitor
selected parking lots and pedestrian traffic avenues.
6. Deferred maintenance funds have been used to replace exterior doors to
ensure proper operation and building security.
The campus has had very few break-ins or vandalism.
University Police make rounds of all property and check building doors to
ensure the safest possible conditions. Obviously, it is the responsibility
of all employees and students to ensure that the doors are closed and not
propped open.
At night, weekends and during holiday periods, fewer
people are in buildings; therefore, the risk of vandalism and theft
increases. During these times, individuals should be more vigilant in making
sure that they lock buildings and offices as they enter and leave. By taking
these measures, you will add to the personal safety of all. These measures
also aid in the protection of movable equipment and decrease the possibility
of vandalism.
For more information concerning safety and security of
residential halls, go to the following web address:
http://www.latech.edu/tech/enrollment/housing/safety.htm
For additional information on personal safety, visit
Section 8 of the University Safety Manual on our website at:
http://www.ltadm.latech.edu/envirosafety/safetymanual.htm
Questions for meeting discussion:
1. Do you feel unsafe when you come to your office during
off-hour periods?
2. If so, how can you change your routine and what actions/improvements
should your office take to make you feel more comfortable?
