Security & Fire Safety

William and Mary, as with any other public or private entity, cannot guarantee a crime free environment. Accordingly, it is the responsibility of members of the community to act in a security conscious manner to avoid actions which jeopardize their security as well as the security of others. Download our Youth Security Flyer (pdf).

Security Tips!

• Notify Conference Services of any special requests regarding security.
• Security presentations are available with William and Mary Police.
• Ask guests to leave valuable items, such as iPods, cameras, jewelry, etc., at home. If guests must bring them, it is good for them to know the model and serial number.
• Provide a camp bank for youth attendees.
• Set a camp curfew.
• Never leave book bags, purses or other valuable items unattended. Always place in a secure location.
• Never leave youth unattended in residence halls, athletic fields, etc.
• Never allow anyone into the residence hall that is not with your group.
• Authorized staff will have visible identification cards.
• Do not prop residence hall doors open.
• Always close windows and lock doors when leaving your room.
• Don’t tamper with emergency call boxes.
• Report strangers or suspicious activity immediately to camp supervisor, William and Mary Police, or Conference Services
• Direct those who have misplaced their access cards to Conference Services to obtain a new one.
• Report maintenance and safety concerns to Conference Services.

William & Mary Police

The William & Mary Police Department is a State of Virginia certified police department responsible for providing the full range of law enforcement and other unique services to the College community. The police department is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Their  jurisdiction includes University property as well as streets and sidewalks adjacent to the campus. The department consists of police  officers, security, community service officers,  dispatchers, and administrative staff. Police officers patrol the campus by foot, vehicle, and bicycle.

• Do not be alarmed if you see security personnel in your residence hall. Officers routinely  monitor all areas of campus to ensure safety and security.
• All residence halls are equipped with 24 hour card access to restrict unauthorized persons. Individuals with access to the residence halls will have proper, visible identification.
• Emergency call boxes on campus connect directly to William & Mary Police in case of an emergency. Every time a call comes through from an emergency phone, an officer is immediately dispatched to the location. No one should tamper or play with the emergency call boxes. 

Fire Safety

Coaches, group leaders, and/or supervisors are responsible for providing information to participants on fire evacuation procedures at the beginning of their stay. Please ensure participants, especially youth, are familiar with the evacuation route and where to meet once outside (i.e. the muster point as listed for each building or complex). Unless otherwise stated, the muster point for each building is 100 feet from the front of the building.

Keep your files up to date!

To assist with evacuations and other emergencies, it is important for Conference Services to have accurate rooming lists. As such, camp staff must notify Conference Services of any changes as they occur so our records will be up to date.

Environment Health & Safety Office

If you notice any damaged safety equipment or have any further questions please contact:

• Director, EH&S 221-2146
• Safety Engineer 221-2288
• Fire Safety Officer 221-1745

If a fire should occur ...

• Pull the nearest alarm.
• Alert others and call 911 to report the fire.
• Immediately exit the building.
• Evacuation maps are posted in each building on every floor.
• Gather at the predetermined muster spot at least 100 feet from the building.
• Youth supervisors/coaches will provide emergency crews with information about the reason for evacuation and people still in the building.
• DO NOT re-enter until told to do so by the police department, fire department, or Fire Safety Officer.
• When a fire alarm or sprinkler activates, Campus Police are automatically notified. Campus Police dispatch will call the Fire Department.

Building Evacuation

Evacuate to the muster point at least 100 feet from the building.