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The safety and security of our community and its members is paramount. Environment. This is a responsibility that requires an effort by all students, faculty, and staff. No community can attain maximum effectiveness without this joint responsibility.

In an effort to keep our students, staff, and faculty safe and informed, Polytechnic Institute of NYU has created this site to help you prepare for or deal with a variety of emergency situations. Please read through these pages so that you will know the proper protocol to follow in the unlikely event that there is a campus, city, or national emergency. In the event of an emergency…Always contact security at ext 3537.

Polytechnic Institute of NYU Campus Crime and Security Report

NYU-Poly ID Cards

All members of the Polytechnic community must carry their valid Polytechnic ID card with them at all times.  These cards must be scanned in at each entrance upon entering a Polytechnic building.  Individuals are required to show their cards upon request to any university official or anyone acting on behalf of the university.  Damaged ID cards must be replaced through Facilities Management (JB 152). Lost cards must be reported and replaced by the owner (contact Facilities Management for more details).

Using someone else’s ID cards is a violation of the Code of Conduct and will lead to disciplinary sanctions.

All guests of Polytechnic Institute of NYU must be signed in by a host.  The host is responsible for the actions of their guest.  All guests must abide by the policies and procedures of the university.

Lost and Found

Lost and found is located in the Facilities Management Office of JB 152. Please visit them for any lost items or to hand in any items found at the university. The hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm or call them at extension 3020.

Safety at MetroTech

METROTECH BID Public Safety:

  • 28 Public Safety Officers with Special Patrol/Peace Officer Status
  • 24 hour, 7 day patrols throughout the District
  • 3 Zero Emission Electric Scooters
  • Bicycle Patrol Program
  • 23 camera-closed circuit TV monitors street system
  • Sophisticated communications equipment links the BID with NYPD
  • Officer training provided by NYC Police Academy
  • Area Police-Private Security Liaison (APPL) Hub
  • District-wide Emergency Notification System
  • Special Award recipient from the 84th Precinct NYPD
  • For more information link visit http://www.metrotechbid.org/

Incident Report:

All incidents should be reported to Facilities Management by filling out an Incident Report. Please be as specific as possible, sign it and leave a telephone number where you can be reached

Emergency text sign up

We are pleased to announce that Polytechnic Institute of NYU now has a state-of-the-art notification system that is capable of sending notifications instantly and simultaneously to all registered mobile phones, Blackberry's, wireless PDAs, pagers, Smart or Satellite phones, email addresses.  These announcements can be set to also "pop up" to anyone using Google, Yahoo, or AOL as your home page or anyone using an RSS client.

PLEASE REGISTER - it only takes a minute.  This will be the surest way for you to receive notifications critical to your safety and well being as well as other campus info you can opt to receive.  Simply go to http://www.e2campus.com/my/polytechnic/signup.htm in order to sign up.

Have your cell phone on and with you during this simple process.  You may check off any of the groups from which you would like to "opt in" to receive notifications.  You will receive a text message on your mobile device during the sign up process with a code you must enter to complete the registration process. Once you complete the validation part of registering your mobile phone, the next page will say "Congratulations, you have successfully signed up" you will see a "log in" button for your new account.  To complete your registration, you must open your account and enter your email address, then click the ADD EMAIL button.  You will instantly be emailed a verification email that you have to open and click on the validation link - you're all done.

You may register two email addresses and two devices (these could be of a relative or other emergency contact) - it's very easy to do once you've created your account.  You can access your account through http://www.e2campus.com/my/polytechnic at any time, day, or night.

Initially, this system will only be used to send emergency notifications; however, we plan to expand the notification system in the near future to include timely announcements pertaining to various events and activities throughout the University.  You can control exactly how much contact you want and to which devices or platforms. (Please be aware - depending on your mobile device / cell phone plan, these messages may cause you to incur additional service related costs from your service provider.)

Personal Safety Tips

Staying Safe On – and Off- Campus
Some college campuses mirror the larger society with respect to crime. NYU-Poly is very proud of our focus on the safety and well-being of our community members.  Once our students leave our campus we encourage them to maintain awareness of their surroundings, people they encounter, and their personal property.  Institutions are required by federal law to report the number and type of criminal acts that occur on campus each year. 

Though we are concerned with the safety of our students, we can only ensure their safety while on our grounds.  We strive to educate students on eliminating dangerous situations.  All students are required to show and carry their NYU-Poly ID card at all times and guests must be signed in by a host.  Each building has a security desk that monitors who comes in and out of the campus buildings.  The Othmer Residence Hall has 24 hour security and staff on call.

Register for the university text alert system at http://www.e2campus.com/my/polytechnic/signup.htm

Personal Safety: Playing it Smart
The safety of our students is always a priority at Polytechnic University. While the university provides programs, services and educational opportunities regarding safety, students can lower their risk of becoming victims by following these safety tips.
Campus Security can be reached at 718-260-3537

If you live on campus:

  • Have your ID with you at all times.
  • Keep their residence hall room locked.
  • Do not lend yoru keys/or ID to friends.
  • Do not take valuables to campus.
  • If you do bring valuables, store them in yoru personal room safes..
  • Have renters insurance.
  • Let people know where you are going.
  • Avoid being alone in isolated places such as the basement laundry room, deserted study lounges, etc.

If you live off campus:

  • Have good locks on your doors and windows - and use them!
  • Do not prop open doors - if someone is supposed to be in the building they will have access.
  • Do not hide extra keys in easily accessible places. Criminals will find them.
  • Do not let strangers into your home or apartment to use the telephone. Offer to make the call for them.
  • Have working lights at all entrances and turn them on after dark.
  • Let people know where you are going. 

When You Are Out:

  • Always travel in groups, preferably with four or more people.
  • Don't carry a lot of money.
  • Be aware of your surroundings - don't wear headphones, read, talk on the phone or anything else that might distract you. If you observe anyone or anything suspicious, walk to where there are other people and call the police.
  • Be very careful when using outdoor ATM's at night or in unfamiliar locations
  • Do not get in a car with someone who is sleepy or under the influence.
  • Refuse to accept drinks from strangers.
  • Never become so intoxicated that they lose consciousness or the ability to keep safe.
  • Do not be alone with unknown people.
  • Avoid taking the train/bus at night or alone.
  • When taking the subway, try to ride in the car with the conductor and avoid the last car.
  • Keep a cell phone handy.

General safety tips:

  • Programming emergency contact information into your cell phone under the listing "ICE" (In Case of Emergency) and carrying an ICE identification card in a wallet or purse can assist first responders in contacting family and friends in the event you're involved in an emergency.
  • Keep a cell phone charged and handy.
  • Report any obscene phone calls right away.
  • Do not give out personal information to people met online.
  • Do not list personal contact info, such as your address, on publicly accessible web-based on-line sites.
  • Let people know where they are (family, roommates, friends).

In Your Car:

  • Always drive with the doors locked.
  • Always park in visible, well-lit areas.
  • When stopped at traffic lights or in traffic, allow space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you so you can drive away if necessary.
  • Do not stop for stranded motorists. Instead, use your cell phone or go to the nearest telephone booth and call the police for assistance.
  • Do not open your window if someone approaches your vehicle to ask for directions, the time, etc. Keep the door locked.
  • Keep any valuables in your car in the trunk or otherwise out of sight.

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