As the winter holidays approach, Corporate Security would like to remind you of some basic crime prevention tips that can help keep you and your property safe.
- Always be aware of your surroundings.
- Being aware of your surroundings requires that you be able to hear what is going on around you. Many times you will hear something before you see it. If you listen to music while walking, joggingor biking, consider keeping one earbud out. Any time your office, workspace or lab is left unattended, please secure your personal and institutional property. Lock the doors when feasible.
- Whenever possible, walk in groups of two or more. There is safety in numbers.
- Walk and park in areas that are well lit and well traveled. Stay away from dark or secluded areas.
- Secure your valuables and holiday packages in the trunk or in the rear of your vehicle and out of plain sight.
- Have your car or house keys readily available before you get to your car or your home. Fumbling for your keys or having your head down looking for them can make you a vulnerable target.
- Avoid using outdoor ATMs after dark.
- If possible, hold all cellphone calls and texts until you are at a safe location.
- Cross the street at designated crosswalks. At controlled intersections, cross with the signal and remember that while state law gives the right of way to the pedestrian in the crosswalk, it is also your responsibility to make good decisions when entering the crosswalk.
- If you become a victim of a crime, try to stay calm, quickly surrender the property that is demanded, take note of the suspect’s description and immediately notify security or the police.
Security Escorts
Request a security escort or report suspicious activity on your campus by calling one of the following phone numbers.
East Baltimore campus: 410-955-5585
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center: 410-550-0333
Homewood campuses: 410-516-4600
For more information and safety tips, please visit the Corporate Security website at intranet.insidehopkinsmedicine.org/security_parking/.