Work Place Violence

The potential for workplace violence, research/property thefts and civil disruption is on the increase.

• UCSF has a zero tolerance policy and program directed at workplace violence. When an employee or student believes that his/her safety is threatened, call the UC POLICE 9+911.

Security Situations

• Report all suspicious activity and persons to the UC Police
• Become aware of the location of emergency intercoms and panic buttons located throughout the campus. When activated, a police officer will respond
• Request identification of any unknown person(s) found in your work area
• Never leave personal belongings unattended (e.g., purses, backpacks, laptops). Keep office doors and desks locked when not present
• Wear your UCSF Identification Badge
• Stay alert and practice common sense safety precautions wherever you go

Civil Disturbances

Most campus demonstrations will be peaceful. However, if a disturbance should occur;

• Notify UC Police
• Notify Supervisor and alert others in area
• Do not attempt to intervene and avoid provoking or obstructing demonstrators
• Secure vital information and research
• Lock, and stay away from windows and doors, if possible
• Continue with your normal routine unless otherwise instructed
• Follow directions of UC Police

UCSF Police 9+911 Emergency - 476-1414 (Non-Emergency)

For safety presentations, and work site security surveys, contact the UC Police Department-Crime Prevention at 476-8901 or 476-5683. Go to the UCSF Police Web Page www.police.ucsf.edu for Safety and Crime Alerts