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SAFETY ON CAMPUS
C
ampus Protection Services is
in the street or on the seats of your
responsible for the prevention
vehicle.
of crime, the detection
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We also urge YOU NOT TO carry
and apprehension of offenders, the
your passport with you on a daily
reservation of peace and the protection
basis; a certified copy of the page
of students, staff and University property.
containing your personal details and study visa should be adequate.
Security officers patrol the entire campus
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24 hours a day. Services offered by Wits Campus Control include a 24-hour escort
Ensure that you carry your medical aid card at all times.
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When moving around campus,
service (on campus) for all students and
especially at night, keep to well-lit
staff, especially those working late in
walkways or use the Security escort
libraries or computer labs. If you require
service.
an escort, dial one of the numbers
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listed below and supply the following information:
DO NOT walk alone at night; walk in groups with other students.
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DO NOT explore unfamiliar areas of town on your own. Report any
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Your name
harassment or threatening situation,
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Your current location and intended
which you may have experienced to
destination
the appropriate authorities, including
A call back number in case we need
the International Students Office
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to notify you that your escort has been delayed
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It is advised that you know where you can reach someone in case of an emergency. Important and
A FEW CRIME PREVENTION TIPS:
emergency numbers are provided at
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the back of this booklet
Keep valuables in a locked place and do not carry large sums of money.
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Refrain from displaying expensive jewellery nor display valuable items such as cameras when you walk
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