SERVICES PROVIDED

The Campus Security and Safety Office is responsible for ensuring compliance with national, state and local laws, as well as the policies and regulations of the College of Micronesia-FSM. The officers patrol on foot and perform security services, such as responding to and reporting on incident reports, investigations, medical and fire emergencies, enforcement of laws regulating the use of alcohol, drugs and weapons.

Campus Security and Safety officers do not possess police powers, but are able to make arrests within the jurisdiction of the institution and referred to the local law enforcement agencies. Investigations relating to this institution are conducted in a joint effort with the local law enforcement agencies and a selected qualified officer from this office. The Campus Security and Safety Office maintain a good working relationship with the local law enforcement agencies.

Other Services Provided:

Fire Drills and Resident Inspections

Are conducted routinely at the first month of the semester. Inspections of fire alarms, hoses, hydrants, fire exits and detectors are also conducted and scheduled for every month. Fire drills and inspections of residence halls are conducted on a need basis.

On-Campus or Off Campus Activities

Upon request by other offices, divisions or departments, the Campus Security and Safety Office, provides officers to monitor and maintain peace and safety at every function, if it be on or off campus.

Emergencies

The Campus Security and Safety Office is ready 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to transport any emergency to the hospital when in need.

Timely Warnings

In the event that a threat to the community is identified a message is provided via e-mail and fliers throughout the community.