Message from the Director of Security:

Welcome to the Richland Community College Security Department Web Page. In today’s society, security is an increasingly important consideration on campuses everywhere, and helping the Richland community stay safe and secure is our primary responsibility.

Knowledge and information are two important tools we can all use to keep us safe. By being prepared, we hope to enable Richland employees and students to make informed choices should they encounter a situation in which they feel threatened.

All members of the Richland community are responsible for their own personal safety, but we hope that the information provided on this Web page will offer relevant tips that can help you to feel more empowered.

If you have questions or comments, feel free to contact us.

Director of Campus Security

• Campus Crime Statistics - Contains the Annual Security Report & other reports required by law.

• Patrol the building(s) and grounds addressing any violations of College policies and reporting any damage to property, equipment or safety hazards.
• Assist in medical emergencies.
• Assist with room access as necessary.
• Conduct parking lot patrols – providing motorist assistance when possible.
• Assist as “first responders” to Campus emergencies.
• Document any Campus incidents or accidents.
• Monitor and assist with “lost and found” items.
• Upon requests, provide escorts to the parking lots.

The Behavioral Evaluation Threat Assessment (BETA) Team is a campus wide team that provides consultation, makes recommendations for action, and coordinates campus resources in response to reports of disruptive or concerning behavior displayed by students, staff, or faculty.

A Behavioral Evaluation Threat Assessment Referral Form is available for anyone who wishes to report an incident that occured on College property.

Visit the Frequently Asked Questions page for more information about Behavioral Evaluation Threat Assessment.

If a lockdown or Shelter-In-Place order is given, staff and students should lock themselves in a secure classroom or office as quickly as possible.  The order may come via the college’s intercom system, text/email alert system or by word of mouth.

A lockdown order may be issued for incidents that occur off campus or outside on campus grounds, but could potentially affect safety on campus.  For example, if an armed intruder was seen leaving ADM and the gunman is still at large or a gunman is seen in one of our parking lots, a lockdown order would be given.

A shelter-in-place order may be issued for an incident that as occurred within our campus.  For an example, a person with a weapon is seen in our center core area, an order to shelter-in-place will be given.

In the event of an active shooter on campus, a shelter-in-place/lockdown order will be given.  Depending on the circumstances, in may be best to evacuate the area instead.  For example, if there was an active shooter in the Health Professions wing, and you are in center core, it would be up to the individual to decide their best course of action, to shelter-in-place or evacuate the building.  Once an alert if given, employees and students who shelter-in-place should not leave their classroom or office until the all clear is given.

The video “Shots Fired on Campus” is an excellent resource.  It provides in depth information for students and employees about what to do in the event of an active shooter on campus, and all employees and students are encouraged to watch it.  Any faculty or employee who would like to have the Chief of Public Safety come to their work area or classroom for further discussion can call Dean Hazen at extension 6557.

SHELTER-IN-PLACE

• Lock the door
• Be out of the shooter’s view
• Turn out the lights
• Silence phones
• Remain quiet
• Wait for an all clear announcement or law enforcement.

EVACUATE

• Leave via the closest exit
• Exit to furthest area of the parking lot away from the buildings
• Keep hands visible
• Follow instructions of law enforcement
• Once out, call 875-7211 ext. 555 or 911 when you are safe.

• Emergency Notification Services
• Right to Know
• Emergency Procedures
• Definitions

• Richland Community College Automated Line: (217) 875-7211
• Campus Operator: Ext. 0
• Campus Security (24/7): Ext. 6555
• Police, Fire, and EMS: Dial 911 or 9911 from any campus phone

Individuals who wish to submit a Title IX complaint should fill out a Title IX Complaint Form & submit it to the college via the instructions provided in the document.

• National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
  www.ncadv.org
• Growing Strong Sexual Assault Center: 217-428-0770
  www.growingstrongcenter.org
• R.A.D. Rape Aggression Defense
  www.rad-systems.com
• Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network
  www.rainn.org
• Decatur Police Department: 217-424-2700 or 911
  www.ci.decatur.il.us/police.htm
• National Center for Victims of Crime
  www.victimsofcrime.org
• Identity Theft
  www.privacyrights.org/Identity-Theft-Data-Breaches
• Sexual Assault Hotline
  1-800-656-4673 (HOPE)
• Macon County Sheriff: 217-424-1319 or 911
  www.sheriff-macon-il.us
• A HOME for Women and Children: 217-972-0851
  545 West William Street
  Decatur, IL. 62522
  www.HomeInDecatur.org
• DOVE, Inc.
  Domestic Violence Shelter
  217-423-2238
   

• We provide safety escorts to all students, staff, and faculty. This service is offered 24 hours a day.
• Students, staff, and faculty can request an escort by calling 875-7211, ext. 6555, or just call “6555” from any college phone.
• If there is inclement weather such as snow, rain, severe cold, etc., there may be a wait time.
• This service is provided for anyone who feels they need an escort to their vehicle for any reason.
• When in Doubt. . . . Call us Out!!!