Security

The security and well being of our students is of primary concern to the faculty and staff of BUSDM. All BUSDM employees and students must wear their ID badges visible at all times when ever they are on the property of any Boston Unversity Campus. Please read the following information carefully and do not hesitate to speak to a faculty, staff member, or Security Associate Director Connie Packard 8-4935.

Admittance to School (100 East Newton)

The following is the schedule of Boston University School of Dental Medicine. Refer to this outline in order to determine the hours that all students, faculty and staff have access to the building.

Main Entrance Opens

• Monday through Friday 6 am- 9 pm
• Saturday 7 am to 4 pm after Labor Day until July 1 th.

Once the doors are secured you will have to use your valid ID card to gain access.

Clinic Hours

Summer hours:

• Monday-Friday 8:30-11:30 a.m., 12:30-3:30 p.m.
• No clinic on the Saturday after July 1.

After Labor Day hours of clinic operations:

• Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m- 7 p.m.
• Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
• Saturday 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Dental Emergencies

• Current patients of the school should call 617/638-8450
• Nonpatients of the school should call 617/534-4075

Emergency Exit Doors

In the event of a fire alarm all perimeter doors will “Fail Safe” and will open so you can leave the building. Once the drill is over and the Master Box is reset the doors will lock.

AT NO TIME SHOULD THE EMERGECNY EXIT DOORS BE USED TO LEAVE THE BUILDING DURING NORMAL CIRCUMSTANCES.

Access to the Simulation Learning Center (second floor of 650 Albany Street)

• Monday through Friday doors are to be opened at 7 a.m.
• Room 249: both doors are to be secured at 7 p.m. Monday through Friday (providing lecture is completed)
• During holidays and intercession room 249 will remain secured
• Rooms 243 and 244 can remain open from 7 a.m. until midnight Sunday through Saturday including holidays and intercession.

Student Access

The school is accessible to all students (upon presentation of a valid ID) up until 11 p.m. seven days a week. During off hours the school is accessed through a valid Terrier ID card by using the card reader outside the main entrance on the right side of the main doors.

The computer lab in room 707 is opened to all dental students with a valid Terrier ID. To gain access to the room you will need to use the card reader on the left side of the Computer lab door. If there is a problem with your card please email Mr. Andrew Burke at yakoo@bu.edu or call the ID Office at 8-6879 so it can be addressed. If your card can not be corrected via software you may be asked to bring your card over to the ID Office at 91 East Concord Street, Ground Floor room B-006.

Areas that are not accessible to students after hours include: Business Offices (4th floor), Clinical Areas, (5th, 6th & 7th floors), Administrative and Departmental Offices, Operating Rooms (4th floor-Oral Surgery Clinic)

Personal Safety

Boston University Medical Center is a large medical center with many buildings and personnel. The Security Department is located in the basement of the Health Services Building, right below the Emergency Room in the BUMC Hospital and provides services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For all emergencies please dial extension 8-5000. For non-emergencies dial extension 8-4568.

To make your educational experience crime free and safe, please observe the following recommendations. Be alert and sensitive to your surroundings; report anyone who you perceive as behaving in a suspicious manner; report all crimes immediately to the campus security department. In the evening or during quiet times on the Medical Center, plan to walk in pairs or groups whenever possible. When you must walk by yourself, please be aware that there is a Boston University Medical Center shuttle which can take you to the parking lots or to an MBTA subway station. To arrange for a Security escort please call extension 8-4568. There is an emergency telephone system throughout the exterior Medical Center and it is wise to familiarize yourself with the various locations of the emergency telephones. The emergency telephones are blue boxes with blue lights on top. By opening the blue box and following the simple instructions you will be connected to Security.

Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited in all Boston University facilities and enclosed workplace areas. This includes all offices, work spaces, common work areas, auditoriums, classrooms, conference and meeting rooms, elevators, hallways, medical facilities, cafeterias, employee lounges, staircases, parking garages, restrooms and all other enclosed areas in the workplace. This policy applies to all employees, students, clients, consultants, vendors, contractors, guests, and visitors.

Anyone who violates this policy is subject to disciplinary action. Disputes which involve smoking in the workplace should be addressed to the employee's immediate supervisor. Disputes involving students should be addressed Dean of Acadimic

There is a designated smoking area in front of the Hospital, adjacent to the bicycle racks. The area is large, covered for inclement weather and has seating and waste receptacles.

Bomb Threat Policy

Signs of a Suspicious Letter or Package

• Leaking with something unusual
• Ticking
• Exposed wiring or other suspicious hardware
• No return address
• Incorrect address
• Addressed to someone unknown or name misspelled Note: There may be any combination of the above, simply one may not warrant suspicion.

Suspicious Letter or Package Received

• Handle it as little as possible
• Do not touch
• Call Security at 8-5000

Telephoned Bomb Threat

• Keep caller on phone as long as possible--DELAY--ask caller to repeat.
• Get as much information about caller as possible.
• Tell a nearby co-worker to contact Security 8-5000.
• Ask the following questions:
• If time bomb, when is it set to explode?
• Where is the bomb located?
• What kind of bomb is it?
• Why is caller doing this?
• Do not discuss threat in public
• Note details: sex, accent, speech impediment, age, background noises, unusual phrases, etc.

Search

• Leave search efforts to the appropriate authorities, unless requested by Security or police.
• If you find a suspicious object, immediately report its location/details to Security at 8-5000.
• Do not touch.
• Evacuate all visitors, students, and employees from area of immediate danger as directed by Security.

Protect Your Property

Your valuable dental equipment, computer, and other personal belongings are at risk for theft. It is important that you secure your equipment and personal belongings at all times and to not leave valuable dental or computer equipment unattended for any period of time. It is wise to engrave valuable dental equipment with an I.D. number. This is of particular concern for dental handpieces.

It is also wise to obtain equipment insurance. For a very reasonable price, you can obtain an insurance policy which covers your dental equipment against loss.

In addition, you should contact your homeowners or renters insurance agent and be sure your computer equipment is covered by your existing policy or take actions to have it included. The University does not provide an insurance policy that would cover your computer.

Don't leave your valuable dental equipment or personal property unattended or unlocked.

Regarding handpieces: keeps a record of the serial numbers in a safe place. This information is critical if your handpiece is lost or stolen. It is your only proof of ownership.

Engrave equipment with name and state license number.

Should you be a victim of theft, report the incident immediately:

Call Security at 638-4568. A Security Officer will come to the scene and help you complete and sign the "Police Incident Report."

Notify your private insurance company of the incident. They will in turn contact the security office to obtain a copy of the report. NOTE: To file a claim, your insurance carrier may require that you submit a theft report to the Boston Police Department. Check with your insurance company about their requirements.

Should you find a handpiece or any other valuable articles, turn it over to Security located in the first floor lobby of the building you find the item. If you can not go to the lobby call the Security Department at 638-4568 to have an officer dispatched to the area for pick-up.

Make an effort to keep all areas secure in the school and protect your property. Lost or stolen equipment is not only a financial forfeit, it is also a loss of your valuable time.

Suspicious Person or Activity

Report any suspicious persons or activity to the Security Department immediately at 638-5000.

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