Campus Safety Plan 2026

 

AVAILABILITY, LOCATION, AND METHODS TO SUMMON LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANCE

The University Police Department provides 24-hour service to protect and render aid to the University community. Police Dispatch can be reached directly 24 hours a day by phone at 562-985-4101. The University Police station is located at 1250 Bellflower Blvd. Long Beach, California 90840, off of Palo Verde Ave., in parking lot E5 across from the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. The peace officers of Long Beach State have statewide police authority and jurisdiction per Penal Code 830.2(c) and Education Code 89560, and are vested with law enforcement powers and responsibilities, identical to those of local police or sheriff departments in your home community. 

Crime Reporting

The campus community is strongly encouraged to report all known or suspected incidents of criminal activity on campus to the University Police Department as soon as possible. When calling the University Police Department, always:

  • Provide your name, telephone number, and location
  • Give clear and accurate information
  • Be prepared to supply suspect and vehicle description, and direction of travel
  • DO NOT HANG UP! Follow the instructions of the police dispatcher

By Telephone Contact:

  • Emergency: 9-1-1
  • University Police: (562) 985-4101
  • Text to 9-1-1

Emergency Blue Light Call Stations
The button is pushed, the blue strobe light flashes from the top of the phone tower, the University Police dispatcher is notified immediately, and the caller is able to talk directly to the dispatcher.
There are also wall-mounted phones throughout the campus, as well as phones inside of elevators. There are more than 300 of these call stations on campus.

In Person Contact:

  • Main Station: Brick building located south of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, off Palo Verde Ave.

SPECIAL SAFEGUARDS FOR FACILITIES OR ACTIVITIES

Security of and Access to Campus Facilities
All campus facilities are key-accessed, and most are open daily for scheduled campus community use. Campus key control and distribution is a function of the Beach Building Services. The University Police is responsible for locking all state-owned buildings. A few buildings owned and controlled by Associated Students Incorporated and the Auxiliary Services Corporation utilize their own personnel to lock the buildings.

Security Considerations Used in Maintenance of Campus Facilities
Regular inspections and surveys of campus indoor and outdoor lighting, shrubbery, and walkways are conducted. The University Police works in conjunction with Beach Building Services and participates in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design concepts.

Special Event Safety Planning
Preparation for large events on campus involves the creation of Incident Action Plans, according to the Standardized Emergency Management System, and in collaboration with mutual aid agencies and contracted safety personnel as needed.

New Student Orientations
University Police personnel provide personal safety tips and emergency contact information to new students on a regular basis. Students are informed of policies, crime reporting procedures, and safety programs through regular outreach via email, social media, and tabling at events throughout the academic year.


ACTIONS IN THE LAST 18 MONTHS TO INCREASE SAFETY
1. Added two cameras to the G12 parking lot.
2. Replaced the fire alarm system in BAC.
3. Replaced the fire alarm system in the Beachside housing facility.
4. Conducted shelter-in-place, evacuation, and earthquake drills on campus to better prepare the campus community.
5. Provide multiple safety workshops and trainings on topics including sexual assault prevention, alcohol poisoning, bystander intervention, healthy relationships, violence prevention, active shooter response, fire safety, and personal safety.

CHANGES IN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING THE NEXT 24 MONTHS
1. Provide Safety Escorts to the students through our CSO (Community Service Officer) program.
2. Conduct pedestrian and wheeled vehicle safety education program.
3. Upgrade LED lighting in Pyramid Parking Structure.
4. Cellular tower enhancements to improve connectivity and communications.
5. Conduct one RAD self-defense class each semester.

RECORDS OF ON-CAMPUS CRIME
California Education Code 67380(a)(1)(A)
California State University campuses are required by California Education Code 67380(a)(1)(A) to compile records of all occurrences reported to campus police, campus security personnel, or campus safety authorities of, and arrests for, crimes that are committed on campus and that involve violence, hate violence, theft, destruction of property, illegal drugs, or alcohol intoxication, and to make this information available within two business days if requested by students, prospective students, employees, or the media. If you wish to request crime information, please contact Chief John Brockie at john.brockie@csulb.edu.