Security on Campus
PPD-0406
The purpose of this document is to describe procedures for security on the campus of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) and to clearly define the responsibilities of all employees towards the security of campus buildings and grounds. The details of the procedures primarily apply to the Gloucester Point Campus.
It is the responsibility of each and every employee, whether faculty, staff, or student, to assist in maintaining the security of VIMS.
Security Hours
VIMS provides un-armed security coverage 24 hours/day on weekdays, weekends, holidays and other non-routine closings. Buildings are normally locked between 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm by the guard on duty during the weekdays. Buildings are unlocked by the guard on duty starting at 6:00 am on weekdays.
Contact Security
Security may be reached by dialing the campus extension 7300 or via the Security cell phone at (804) 694-7300. This extension is monitored 24 hours, 7 days a week. Assistance will be provided for services such as walking you to your car, (un)locking buildings and rooms for special events, and investigating incidents (theft, property damage, etc.). Advanced email requests for assistance may be submitted to the Security Office.
Emergencies requiring Police, Medical or Fire Response
In case of an emergency, call 911. Gloucester County emergency services will respond. You may also use one of the "Blue Light" phones located throughout campus for emergencies. See the campus map for the locations of "Blue Light" phones, here: https://www.vims.edu/about/contact_visit/campus_maps/
Instructions for using "Blue Light" phones are available here: https://www.vims.edu/about/working_here/faculty_portal/health_safety/
Emergencies and situations that DO NOT require Police, Medical or Fire Response
Urgent matters, not requiring an outside response should be directed to Facilities Management/Security at extension 7300.
Report an Incident
To report an incident of misconduct, loss of property, or other concerns, click on the link located at the bottom of the security webpage to send a confidential report to the Executive Director of Facilities Management and Chief Operations Officer for investigation.