Safety Spotlight | Department of Public Safety

The Ohio State University’s Department of Public Safety has released a new Safety Spotlight video series featuring resources available to the campus community. In response to student feedback, the series also includes self-defense tactics normally taught in our Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) classes that were postponed because of COVID-19. Please take a moment to watch the series and to help make safety a top priority for all Buckeyes.

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Using Your Voice as a Weapon

Your voice is a powerful weapon. It is one of many simple safety tactics taught by Ohio State’s certified Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D) instructors.

Rave Guardian

Never walk alone again. Download Rave Guardian, a free safety app for students, faculty and staff that can enhance safety as you travel to and from campus.

Hammer First

Use your hand and your voice to protect yourself from an attacker.

Ride Sharing

Before you step inside a ridesharing vehicle, it is important to familiarize yourself with tips to help keep you safe.

Knee Strike

Use your knee and your voice to protect yourself from an attacker.

No Tailgaters into Residence Halls

Never let unknown people into your home. On campus, prevent “tailgating” into residence halls by making sure individuals behind you use their own BuckID for entrance.

Front Elbow

The force of an elbow jab is powerful enough to fend off an attacker and allow you time to run to safety.

What to Do If You Are a Victim of a Crime

If you become the victim of a crime, go to a safe place and report it to police by dialling 9-1-1.

Palm Strike

The power is there in the palm of your hand.

Mental Health

Personal safety and wellness is not always physical. A person’s mental health is equally as important.

The techniques shown in these videos are taught by certified instructors and should be used for self-defense only. Self-defense techniques cannot be successfully employed in every situation, and proficiency can only be achieved and is dependent upon the thorough continued practice, exercising good judgment, and a person’s natural abilities. The Ohio State University and its police division are not liable for injury that may be incurred as a result of using these strategies.