Wildcat Safety Guide: 5 Things to Know
Wildcats Take Care: Know what resources are available and what to do in the event of an emergency.
The Wildcat Safety Guide is available on the public safety website, safety.arizona.com. You can bookmark the guide online, or print the PDF. Make reviewing the safety guide part of your back-to-campus checklist.
“It's important that people coming onto campus know what resources are available and what to do in the event of an emergency,” said Chief Safety Officer Steve Patterson. "Being proactive about safety is crucial, and reviewing resources like your Wildcat Safety Guide can make a significant difference in your experience on campus.”
Here are highlights from the Wildcat Safety Guide to get you started. Each numbered section links out to more detailed information. Remember, Wildcats take care of each other!
- Call or text 911 for any emergency requiring police, fire, or medical assistance. For non-emergencies, call 520-621-8273 (621-UAPD).
- In an emergency, the quickest way to get help is to call or text 911. If you identify your location as the University, you will be connected to the University of Arizona Police Department.
- If you are dialing 911 from off-campus, you will be connected to the local police department.
- Emergency phones are available throughout campus including Blue Light emergency phone towers and phones in elevators, classrooms and safe refuge areas.
2. Helpful Phone Numbers and Websites
The Safety Guide includes a list of essential phone numbers and websites such as the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, the Statewide Crisis Hotline, mental health support numbers for students, and more.
3. Safety and Wellness Resources
The section includes a link to participate in a safety training video on how to respond to life-threatening emergencies. It also provides information on requesting UAPD trainings on theft prevention and campus safety, as well as campus violence prevention through the Threat Assessment and Management Team. Available trainings include fire safety awareness, mental health first aid, and recognizing and responding to concerning behavior.
This section explains the difference between a lockdown and shelter in place, and details procedures for handling life-threatening emergencies, cyber-attacks, evacuations, fires, medical emergencies, and more.
