Physical Security
 
Each member of the Stanford community has a general obligation to safeguard and make appropriate use of university and sponsor-owned property and equipment either assigned for individual use or as part of a common area. Each department must ensure that there are reasonable security measures implemented in their areas to prevent theft, damage or misuse of equipment. The Department Property Administrator (DPA) must play an integral role relative to these issues. Safeguarding of property includes, but is not limited to:
- Exercising reasonable care and security measures to prevent theft, misuse, or damage and maintain assets in good condition
- Provide adequate protection for equipment during movement, storage or while being used
- Ensure that equipment is properly stored and secured when not in use
- Do not commingle equipment in a manner that would pose a risk, i.e. equipment/flammable supplies
- Segregate government-owned property where feasible
- Where specialized security is necessary, ensure access is controlled and limited
- Ensure staff, faculty and students and other personnel accessing the area are aware of your security requirements
- Challenge unknown or suspicious persons in your area
- Report lost, stolen, damaged or impaired property to appropriate individuals, including, but not limited to, a direct supervisor or common area manager, and notify the appropriate Department Property Administrator of capital equipment/property moved to a different location
Check the DPA Listing to locate your Department Property Administrator.
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