Campus Safety Tips

Every College Student Should Know

Relay these safety tips to your young adults who are about to hit campus for the first time or return for another year.

• Do not overload electrical outlets, power strips, or extension cords.
• Extension cords are only for temporary use. If you must use an extension cord, use it temporarily and unplug it when not in use.
• Unplug small appliances when not in use and all appliances when away for extended periods of time.
• This tip still holds true: Never walk alone at night.
• Use light bulbs with the correct wattage for lamps. If no indication is on the lamp fixture, then use a bulb with less than or equal to 60 watts.
• Locate the emergency call buttons or phones across campus in case of emergency.
• Do not put your cell phone on or under your pillow or bedding. It could overheat or catch fire.
• Never tack, nail, or staple an electrical cord to any surface or run cords across traffic paths, under rugs, or furniture.
• Discard damaged electronics — including frayed cords and bent plug-ins.
• Watch out for overheated outlets. If an electrical outlet becomes so hot you cannot leave your hand on it, there is potential for a fire. Unplug everything from the outlet and notify the landlord or dorm officials immediately.