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Motor
Vehicle Assistance
The Office of Safety and Security offers minor vehicle assistance in the area's of dead batteries and locked cars. Prior to receiving assistance, you will be requested to fill out a vehicle assistance form waiving the Office of Safety and Security and the University from liability of damage to your vehicle.
The Office of Safety
and Security has the capability to jump start vehicles
with the
Portable Jump Pack. This device is a portable battery
and cable set up that can quickly and easily be hooked
up to a vehicle's dead battery to assist in starting.
This device only works on dead batteries, it will not
start your car if you have a bad starter or other car
problems.
If you think you have a bad battery:
- Call the Office of Safety and Security at extension
4350
- Give them your name and location
- Give the description of your vehicle (Ford, red,
Mustang)
- Return to your vehicle and raise the hood
The Office of Safety and Security does not change tires
or perform any vehicle maintenance. We will contact
a towing truck upon request in the event a car is having
problems other than a dead battery. The person requesting
a tow is responsible for the cost of the tow. The university
is not responsible for damage or loss of property in
the event of a tow.
The Office of Safety and Security will assist you in
the unlocking of your vehicle in the event that you
have your keys locked in your vehicle. You will be requested
to fill out a vehicle assistance form waiving the Office
of Safety and Security and the University from liability
of damage to your vehicle.
Bicycle Registration
and Regulations
All bicycles must be
registered with the Office of Safety and Security. A
bicycle registration form may be obtained from the Office
of Safety and Security. Registration is free. A sticker
will be issued and placed on your bicycle.
All students should secure their bicycles when placing
them in bicycle racks. Bicycles are not to be stored
in any public areas or chained to light poles, trees,
or stairwells. Any bike found in such places will be
immediately confiscated and a fine of $25 will be imposed
upon the owner. Upon confiscation of bicycles, they
will be secured with the Office of Safety and Security.
The University assumes no responsibility for bicycles
used, or parked, on campus.
Riding your bicycle
- Bicycles must be operated on established roadway
or bicycles paths. Bicycles are not allowed on sidewalks.
- Obey all traffic laws.
- Though not required by law, wear a helmet and protective
clothing.
- Keep to the right side of the roadway.
- Keep your speed under control at all times.
- Your bicycle should be equipped with reflectors
and lights for riding at night.
- Always wear bright clothing or a reflective vest
for high visibility.
- Use caution when passing parked cars because doors
can be opened without warning.
- Watch out for potholes, rocks, broken glass, loose
gravel and other hazards.
- It is recommended that all bicyclist wear a helmet
when riding your bicycle.
Crime Prevention
- Register your bicycle at the Office of Safety and
Security.
- Purchase a heavy-duty chain or cables and lock or
a "U" lock
- Always lock your bicycle to the bike rack
- If your bicycle is lost or stolen, report it to
the Office of Safety and Security immediately.
- Scribe your driver's license number in the frame
of your bicycle. (Scribers are available at the Office
of Safety and Security)
Bicycle Maintenance
- Check frequently for worn or damaged parts
- Regularly inspect and adjust the seat bolts, handle
bars, brakes, reflectors, pedals, chains, tires and
spokes.
- Have your bicycle repaired or inspected by a professional
if you are unfamiliar with bicycle maintenance.
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Escort Services
The Office of Safety
and Security will provide escorts for student, faculty
and staff upon request.
To get a campus escort:
- Call the Office of Safety and Security at x4350 from any campus phone or use
one of the campus emergency telephones. Note: When
using the call boxes, press the INFO button when contacting
the Office of Safety and Security for the escort service. From off campus,
dial 215.702.4350.
- Give your name, location, where you will meet them,
and your destination
Please be patient and give the escort at least 5-10
minutes to arrive.
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Facilities Access
Most campus buildings
and facilities are accessible to members of the campus
community and to guests and visitors during normal business
hours. These hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00
a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Some buildings are open on weekends
for limited hours or
for special events.
Space and building reservations can be made by contacting
the Public Relations Department at public.relations@pbu.edu
or by telephone 215.702.4308.
Lock/Unlock List
The Physical plant and the Office of Safety and Security
maintain a "Lock and Unlock" list of campus
facilities for the normal business week and for the
weekends.
Student Access
For students to gain access to a particular facility
and or an academic lab after the buildings have been
closed:
- The student must be on an authorization list sent
over by the class instructor or professor.
- Students must have their student ID ready to produce
upon request from a security officer. If you do not
have a student ID you may not be granted access.
- The student should call from the lobby of the facility
or building where access is needed or from the nearest
available phone.
- Access to the gymnasium can only be granted under the conditions set forth by the Athletic department. For more information on accessing the gym contact the Athletic Department.
Please allow for a 5-10 minute response time before
getting impatient. Security personnel may be coming
from across campus or handling another call. There is
no guarantee that security will be at a specified location
at a specified time because of a possible emergency
situation. Therefore do not call as if to schedule a
time for security personnel to meet you.
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Lost and Found
Lost Items
If you have lost an item, contact the Office of Student Life to determine if it has been turned in. They
can be reached at studentlife@pbu.edu,
or by telephone number at 215.702.4213. Calls to the
Office of Safety and Security at x4350 , may be made
24 hours a day. If the item hasn't been turned in, a
record is made of the inquiry in case it is turned in
at a later time. Be sure to check back in a couple of
days.
Found Items
Found items are logged in our lost and found book,
tagged, then given to the Office of Student Life.
Items are kept for up to one (1) year.
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Student ID Cards
The Office of Safety and Security supplies and processes student ID cards for the entire campus community. IDs are issued to all students. Students are required to carry their student ID's with them at all times. If a student does not have their ID, they may be denied access to campus facilities and events.
Students should report lost or stolen IDs to the Carriage House Office. There is a $20 replacement fee. Students may get a replacement ID Monday-Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. in the Carriage House Office.
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