OCAD University Campus Security
Our Programs & Services
- Access Control on Campus
- Automated External Defibrillators
- Blue Lockdown Pull Stations
- Campus Safety Seminars & Information Sessions
- Duress Alarms
- Emergency Response
- Events and Beverage Service
- Fire Alarms
- First Aid
- Loss Prevention & Investigation
- Lost & Found
- OCAD U Photo ID
- Student Locker Rentals
- Walk Safe Program
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.
Automated External Defibrillators
The OCAD University campus is equipped with Automated External Defibrillators (AED) for emergency response situations. Defibrillators are located at:
- Dorothy H. Hoover Library: Annex Building, Level 2, 113 McCaul Street
- Security Console: Main Building, Lobby, 100 McCaul Street
- Campus Services & Security offices: Rm 2120, Level 1, 115 McCaul Street
- OCAD Student Centre: Elevators, Level 1, 51 McCaul Street
- Campus Security @ 205 Richmond, Rm 7408, 4th Floor, 205 Richmond St. W.
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 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. Emergency Response Procedures
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
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 are located;
- Security Console: Main Building, Lobby, 100 McCaul Street
- Security Coordinators Office: Main Building, Level 1, Rm 100, 100 McCaul Street
- Security Booth: Annex Building, Level 1, Rm 1000, 113 McCaul Street
- Campus Services & Security offices: Rm 2120, Level 1, 115 McCaul Street
- Campus Security @ 205 Richmond, Rm 7408, 4th Floor, 205 Richmond St. W.
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.
Lost & Found
Campus Security manages a Lost and Found program for the entire campus. If your name, contact information or ID number appears anywhere on a found item, Campus Security will do our best to get in touch with you.
To inquire about a lost item, please complete a Lost and Found Report, contact Campus Security at lostandfound@ocadu.ca or stop by the Security Console in the Main Lobby at 100 McCaul St. during regular hours of operation.
- To report a lost item, please complete a Lost and Found Report or email lostandfound@ocadu.ca
- Please, bring found items to the Security Console in the Main Lobby at 100 McCaul St.
- Items are stored in a secure location for 60 days (depending on the nature of the item found)
OCAD University Photo ID Cards
Students, faculty and staff 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 Rm 2120, Level 1, 115 McCaul Street. 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, Rm 2120. Please, be advised that Campus Security is not responsible for locker contents. Locker Rental Agreement
Walk Safe Program
The Walk Safe Program is intended to provide students, faculty and staff with a personal security escort. If you would like to arrange this service, please contact Campus Security at least 10 minutes prior to your departure and Security personnel will escort you to the Grange underground parking facility or a nearby bus stop/subway station. The Walk Safe service is available during OCAD U regular, extended and summer hours of operation. Simply dial Ext 366 from any white or office telephone on Campus to arrange a Walk Safe Escort. Walk Safe Pamphlet
Last Modified:4/27/2012 9:52:05 AM
