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Safety Information
Buckeye Alert System
The Ohio State University has created a text message alert system for the public to stay informed of potential emergencies. To sign up, visit the Buckeye Alert System web site.
Annual Crime Report
The required Annual Security Report is available at the University Public Safety site. Annual crime statistics may also be located at that site. Click here for current information.
Theft Prevention
 The most frequent of campus crimes is theft. Student Life Risk Assessment has a program to mark your valuables with invisible ink. The UV/ID project is supported by various offices with materials available from residence hall RAs, Off Campus Student Services in the Ohio Union, Community Crime Patrol at 104 E. 15th, and University Security Services and Fire Prevention as well as University Police in Blankenship Hall. Marking your property will help to establish ownership as well as promote recovery if an item is lost or stolen.
Bug Your Bike
 Bicycle theft can be a problem for students. Use the latest technology to "Bug Your Bike" with a free RFID (radio frequency identification device) as part of Student Life Risk Assessment efforts to prevent theft. "Bugs" are available at University Security and Fire Prevention Services, Community Crime Patrol, and Off Campus Student Services. Special markings are scheduled on campus during the quarter so watch for announcements.
Ohio Bicycle Law and Information
Put ICE in your cell phone!
 ICE, "in case of emergency", is a quick way for EMS, police or hospital staff to contact a family member or friend when you are ill or unable to respond to emergency personnel. Simply program your phone with the word ICE, followed with a name and number of someone who is likely to be available and knows you and any medical conditions of importance. Cards detailing instructions that also provide a small removable sticker are available at various locations on campus. You may also request a card from Student Life Risk Assessment. Put ICE in your phone!
Fire Kills!
 Candles, smoking and overloaded outlets have no place in a residence hall room or off campus apartment. Don’t try and fight a fire; sound the alarm and exit the building.
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Safety Tips
- Lock your door, even if just going down the hall.
- Do not leave messages on your door about when you will return.
- Keep ground level windows closed or use a safety lock.
- Do not leave tempting valuables visible inside your parked car.
- Record serial numbers and description of valuable property.
- Do not put your address on key ring.
- Avoid walking alone at night.
- Always lock you car.
- Use well lighted pathways at nigh.
- Use the campus escort service, 292-3322
ID Theft
 Most ID theft in Ohio is from persons 18 – 29 years of age. Avoid being a "victim" and take a few steps to protect yourself.
- Protect your BuckID – it is your residence hall key, your "check book," your identity! Don’t lose it or loan it.
- Keep anything with your personal information on it stored somewhere safe and out of sight.
- Shred mail before you throw it away.
- Review your credit card and bank statements each month with care.
- When you receive a new credit or debit card, cut up the old one.
- File or shred credit card receipts with your card number on them.
- Take only the ID you need when going out.
- Report lost or stolen credit cards immediately.
- Use computer passwords that aren’t easy to guess. Mix numbers and letters.
- If you are a victim of ID theft: 1. Call police, 2.contact credit card companies and financial institutions, (3) close any account that has been tampered with.
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