Programs & Services
Access Control
Access to university facilities is monitored and controlled by Campus Security in partnership with Campus Services, Facility Management, Faculty offices, Studio Management, IT Services and all other departments. Access to controlled areas is restricted to those with written permission from a designated authority within each faculty or department.
Blue Lockdown Pull Stations
The new Blue Lockdown pull stations are similar in appearance to a red FIRE pull station, and are intended to automatically lock the doors of the Auditorium (Room 190) and Central Hall (Room 230) from the outside during a lockdown. How do they work? Similar to a FIRE pull station, you will need to pull down the handle on the station to initiate a lockdown of these rooms. Lockdown Pamphlet
Campus Safety Seminars & Information Sessions
Be sure to check the OCAD University Events Calendar for upcoming seminars and info sessions.
Duress Alarms
Duress Alarms are personal remote activation alarms that notify Campus Security of the location of an individual requiring assistance. Security personnel will be dispatched immediately once a duress alarm has been activated.
Emergency Notifications
In certain situations, particularly those involving armed violence, or threat of armed violence or other hostile acts, a building or campus lockdown may be necessary to protect students, staff and faculty, and gain control over a dangerous situation. Please review the Lockdown Pamphlet
for lockdown procedures during a lockdown.
Emergency Red Phones & Blue Pole
Emergency Red Phones are installed throughout the campus and a Blue Pole is installed in Butterfield Park. These emergency phones automatically put staff, students, and faculty in contact with Campus Security and display the location of the device when activated. These emergency phones should only be used during an emergency.
Emergency Response
Campus Security will respond to any emergency on campus, including: armed intruder/shooting on campus, bomb threat/suspicious package, chemical spill/odour, evacuation, fire, lockdown, medical emergency, threatening or disruptive behavior and violent crime or sexual assault.
Events and Beverage Service
OCAD University recognizes the unique social needs of a creative campus community and strives to provide an environment where these needs can be reasonably met. Please, consult the
Events and Beverage Service Policy. This policy, along with relevant Ontario Provincial Alcohol & Gaming policy, is intended to assist the OCAD U community in executing events on campus, with safety as a key component. All OCAD U events require the oversight of Campus Security from a crowd and/or alcohol management perspective.
Fire Alarms
If you discover a fire leave the area immediately and activate the fire alarm from a safe place. If you are unable to activate a fire alarm, please use pick up any Red Emergency Telephone or dial Ext 511 on any non-emergency telephone on campus to report the fire to Campus Security. If you hear a fire alarm you are required to leave the building immediately and follow instructions given by Campus Security.
First Aid Response
Campus Security personnel are certified in First Aid/CPR and will be the first responder for all medical emergency situations on campus. First Aid Kits and A.E.D.s are located throughout the campus and Campus Security is equipped with First Aid Response Bags.
Loss Prevention & Investigation
Campus Security is committed to deterring theft and vandalism and safeguarding university and personal property but we cannot do so without your cooperation and assistance. Please, do not leave valuables unattended at any time. Report any incidents involving lost, stolen or damaged items to Campus Security at Ext. 366.
OCAD University Photo ID Cards
Students, staff, and faculty are required to have a valid OCAD University Photo ID. You must be able to present your ID card while on campus, if requested. The OCAD U Student Photo ID card also serves as a library, print services and equipment rental card for registered students. Photo ID cards may be obtained at the Campus Services and Security Office located in Room 2120, Level 1, 115 McCaul St. Lost Photo ID cards are subject to a $20.00 replacement fee.
Student Locker Rentals
Locker rental (with lock included) is available to all students registered at OCAD University. Lockers are rented on a first come/first serve basis at a cost of $15 for the fall/winter or summer terms. Lockers are located throughout much of the campus and may be rented at any point during the year (contingent on availability). For more information on locker rental, please visit the Reception Desk in the Main Lobby, 100 McCaul Street or the Campus Services & Security Office located in the Rosalie Sharp Pavilion, 115 McCaul Street, Level 1, Room 2120. Please, be advised that Campus Security is not responsible for locker contents.
Locker Clearout Schedule for 2012-13
Annex Building 113 McCaul St - All items must be removed from your locker by Friday April 19, 2013
Main Building 100 McCaul St - All items must be removed from you locker by Tuesday, May 7, 2013.
Contact Us
Non-emergency
416-977-6000 Ext. 366
Emergency
416-977-6000 Ext. 511
