North Country Community College is thinking “Safety First”. The College has been working with the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control to raise awareness of the occupational and residential hazards associated with fires. Christopher Taylor, Fire Prevention Specialist provided discussion and demonstration opportunities to the college community. Resident Assistants and others gained experience working with fire extinguishers.
Mr. Taylor reported, “We think fire only happens to someone else. I’m here to remind everyone that it can happen to you. Every 30 seconds a fire can double in size. It’s not like in the movies. Fire is hot, fast, dark and produces deadly smoke and gases. It’s important to plan ahead and get out alive.” For more information about fire prevention, go to the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control’s web site: http://www.dos.state.ny.us/fire/firewww.html.
Campus Safety and Security 2010 Clery Act Report
We all can play a role in promoting campus safety. Alert the Office of Campus and Student Life or the Vice President of Enrollment and Student Services in the event you witness or hear anything that is of concern to you. We will listen. Don't assume information has reached necessary personnel from others. Communicate with college officials!
An Incident Report Form should be completed in the event an incident occurs on campus, at the residence halls, clinicals or college sponsored events. Examples include but are not limited to personal injury, vehicle or property damage, theft, or disruptive behavior. Go to your electronic portal to view and complete the Incident Report Form. Hard copies of the form are available from the Office of Campus and Student Life.
Critical information will be posted throughout campus, and electronically via the college web site and electronic portal. Mass notification will also take place via your college email account. On a regular basis, it is important to access your Student Portal and student email to ensure receipt of up to date information impacting you and the campus community.
Additional Safety Tips
- Secure personal belongings. This includes locking vehicles and private residences. Do not leave personal items unattended. In the event an item is lost, contact the Office of Campus and Student Life's.
- At any time but particularly during inclement weather, drive and walk carefully. Think safety first.
- When walking around campus and in your community, buddy up. There's safety in numbers.
- Report any concerns to the Office of Campus and Student Life. An incident report form is available through the electronic portal.
North County Community College has enjoyed a long standing tradition of inspiring wellness, living in a relatively crime free environment and cooperating with all Local Law Enforcement and Fire/Rescue agencies that oversee the campus.
This document as well as various brochures, mailings and web site information describes North Country's policies and procedures for documenting and reporting criminal activity at the College.
To view historical Safety and Security information about North Country CC please click here.