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Dedication to Safety

Campus Security at Crown College has the mission of serving the campus community by providing a safe and orderly learning and living environment.

Achievement of this mission is accomplished by:

Overseeing the parking and vehicle regulations.

Administering building entry and security technologies.

Patrols of the campus buildings and grounds.

Records and reporting of incidents occurring on campus.

Providing awareness in safety, crime prevention and emergency notification.

Being available for on-campus response to incidents and emergencies.

Please download and read our Emergency Response Procedures Guide. You should familiarize yourself with these procedures, and print a copy to post on your office or residence room door.

All students and employees are strongly encouraged to add the Crown College Campus Security phone number, 952-446-4101.

This report must also include information on each on-campus student housing fire safety system, the number of regular mandatory fire drills, fire safety policies, education programs and plans for any needed fire safety improvements.

Crown College developed this report to comply with the 2008 act and to better inform the Crown College community — students, prospective students, parents, faculty and staff — on how fires affect the Campus residential facilities. It includes all of the required information on fires, preventative actions, campus guidelines and training that is conducted to reduce the likelihood and impact of campus fires.


SECTION I: DEFINITIONS FROM WITHIN THE LAW

Fire — Any instance of open flame or other burning in a place not intended to contain the burning or in an uncontrolled manner.
Fire drill — A supervised practice of a mandatory evacuation of a building for a fire.
Fire-related injury — Any instance in which a person is injured as a result of a fire, including an injury sustained from a natural or accidental cause while involved in fire control, attempting rescue or escaping from the dangers of the fire. The term person may include students, faculty, staff, visitors, firefighters or any other individuals.
Fire-related death — Any instance in which a person is killed as a result of a fire, including death resulting from a natural or accidental cause while involved in fire control, attempting rescues or escaping from the dangers of a fire, or deaths that occur within one year of injuries sustained as a result of the fire.
Fire safety system — Any mechanism or system related to the detection of a fire, the warning resulting from a fire, or the control of a fire including: Sprinkler or other fire extinguishing systems, fire detection devices, stand-alone smoke alarms, devices that alert one to the presence of a fire, such as horns, bells, or strobe lights, smoke-control and reduction mechanisms, and fire doors and walls that reduce the spread of a fire.
Value of property damage — The estimated value of the loss of the structure and contents, in terms of the cost of replacement in like kind and quantity, including contents damaged by fire, related damages caused by smoke, water, and overhaul; however, it does not include indirect loss, such as business interruption.
Fire Log — A fire log is kept at the Department of Campus Safety open to the public during normal business hours.

A copy of the log may also be accessed by clicking here.


SECTION II: FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY EDUCATION

All first year students receive fire safety training during their orientation period at the beginning of the academic school year.

Additional training is provided to all residents by the Resident Life Staff at the beginning of the academic school year.

The Campus Safety website and this publication serve as additional resource material for educating the entire campus community.


SECTION III: FIRE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT & UPGRADES

On an annual basis, Crown College reviews the fire systems in our residence facilities and makes upgrades, repairs and/or revisions when opportunities or issues are identified.


SECTION IV: FIRE SAFETY REGULATIONS

Candles/Flammable Materials/Incense — Candles, incense, oil lamps, etc., (typically anything utilizing a wick or flame or consuming flammable material, including such things as decorative candles, potpourri simmer pots, and Sterno cans), are NOT allowed in residence hall rooms, college owned apartments or houses. Violations are subject to citations and/or other disciplinary action. Storage of volatile materials or other flammables (e..g. gasoline) is likewise not permitted.
Electrical Appliances — Students may utilize electrical appliances in residence halls such as: radio, television, personal computer, DVD/CD player, electric coffee pot, personal lamp, popcorn popper (in student rooms only), fan, shaver, portable hair dryer, other personal care appliances, clock, microwave oven, and compact refrigerator. Heating or cooking appliances with open coils, hot plates, air conditioners, pop-up or oven style toasters, sun lamps, hot tubs and electric blankets may not be used in student rooms. Touch lamps, either halogen or incandescent, are permitted for use in residence halls only with an approved safety cage covering the top of the fixture. Electric extension cords are not to be used in a manner that may create a fire hazard, such as running a cord under a rug/carpet or in a place where the insulation may be worn out. Students are cautioned to be very careful with electrical appliances and extension cords. Tampering with electrical systems, such as installing dimmer switches, ceiling fans or other alterations to wiring is prohibited for the safety of all residents and the general upkeep of the building.
Fire Safety: Evacuation Instructions — All students and guests are expected to respond appropriately whenever a fire alarm is sounded. Each person is expected to observe the fire safety guidelines. Violations are issued as citations. Whenever an alarm is sounded: Leave lights on in the room Close and lock the door All individuals must leave the building using the nearest exit Remain outside until the staff gives the all-clear sign Failure to leave the building during the sounding of a fire alarm is a violation of both state and college codes. Violations are issued as citations.
Fire Safety Equipment — Fire extinguishers, fire alarms, smoke detectors, sprinklers, and other fire and safety equipment are placed in the halls for the safety of the residents in the building. Misuse of the fire and safety equipment is a serious violation of both state and college codes.


SECTION V: FIRE MARSHAL’S DIRECTIVES

The college is concerned about the safety and welfare of the students living in the residence halls and has both a legal and moral responsibility to see that the State Fire Marshal’s directives are met. Crown College cannot and will not play games with fire and safety standards, policies and procedures. The intent of these fire directives is very clear: to make Crown College residence halls as safe as possible. Students may not do anything to keep anything in the residence halls that will increase the risk of fire or explosion or that which is contrary to the directives of the State Fire Marshal’s office or the terms of the College’s insurance policies. Misuse of fire and safety equipment including, but not limited to fire extinguishers and fire alarms is a violation of both College regulations and state laws. The state Fire Marshal’s office has notified Crown College that the following cannot be allowed in students’ rooms.

Carpeting and Carpet pad — Carpeting and carpet pads are permitted. Due to the concern of fires all carpet and pads must be cut to allow the door to open freely.
Door Obstructions — Doors must be able to easily open to their full capacity. There must be a clear and easy exit from each room that may be readily located in the case of fire, smoke, sleepiness, intoxication, darkness or the confusion of an actual emergency.
Flammable materials hanging from or draped across ceiling — The Deputy Fire Marshal has specifically banned any and all flammable materials hanging or draped from the ceiling, including hanging room dividers (whether hanging from the ceiling or suspended below it). The Deputy Fire Marshal has agreed to allow wall hangings (flat against the wall) but has suggested these be made of a fire resistant material.
Residential Sprinkling System — The residence hall hallways and each room contain sprinklers that will activate either through the presence of fire or misuse. Should a student set off the sprinkler system as a result of misuse, whether within or outside their room, they will be held liable for all damages, plus a prescribed fine.

Residents violating these directives are legally liable for both civil and criminal negligence should a fire or other related problems occur. Additionally, should Crown College discover violations, the student(s) responsible are subject to formal disciplinary action.


SECTION VI: SMOKING POLICY

Crown College’s smoking policy is covered by the Student, Faculty and Staff handbooks.


SECTION VII: FIRE/LIFE SAFETY INSPECTIONS

Throughout the academic school year a Residence Life, Facility management Services or Operations staff person will do a fire/life inspection of your room. Should a violation be found, you will receive a letter indicating what the violations were and you will be expected to immediately comply. If the violation(s) have not been corrected after an unannounced re-inspection, you and/or your roommate will be fined and will be subject to disciplinary action.

Some common violations are as follows: Extension cords and multi-tap electric units without a breaker Items stored closer than 18inches to a sprinkler head Blocking of electrical panels Blocking of egress (exit) paths Evidence of burning of candles, incense, or tobacco products Covering a door with paper or other combustible material Use of electrical wiring, devices, appliances that are modified or damaged Use of a portable heater Tampered with smoke detector or CO detector Use of halogen lamp/lighting Unsafe lofting or raising of beds — including rooms with no guardrails Strings of lights, twinkle lights, or holiday lights Any other situation deemed unsafe by the Staff inspector.

Crown College keeps a record of each reported safety incident or crime that occurs on campus and provides a yearly report to the Department of Education in compliance with the Clery Act.

Likewise, you may access the Clery Act Crime Report on the U.S. Department of Education website. Simply search Crown College to see the statistics.

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, Crown College:

1) monitors criminal activity occurring on campus,

2) publishes this Annual Security Report, and

3) maintains a three-year statistical history of crimes reported on campus.

This Annual Security Report will provide students, their families, employees, and the public with accurate and complete information about safety and security on campus. This Annual Security Report includes an explanation of Crown’s policies and procedures for keeping its campus safe and secure, programs and education provided to students and employees regarding crime prevention and campus security, and crime report statistics.

Click here for the 2022 Annual Security Report.

  • Do not prop open doors or allow persons you do not recognize in controlled access areas.
  • Walk with friends after dark and remain aware of your surroundings.
  • Do not hesitate to report any suspicious behavior that you observe. Early reporting is key in preventing or stopping anyone who would have a plan to cause harm.

Personal Property Policy

Loss or damage to personal property (clothing, books, cell phones, electronics, etc.) is not insured by Crown College and must be insured by the student (or his/her parents), staff or faculty. This applies to personal property on-campus, in residence halls, in Crown College vehicles (on athletic or academic trips, etc.), and in personal vehicles being used for Crown business.

  • Crown Campus Security stresses that all faculty, staff and students should lock their assigned living and workspaces when they’re not there.
  • Each student, faculty and staff member is responsible to provide their own personal property insurance.

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