Safety Spotlight
Safety Spotlight Videos
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.
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. WATCH
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. WATCH.
HAMMER FIST
Use your hand and your voice to protect yourself from an attacker. WATCH
RIDE SHARING
Before you step inside a ridesharing vehicle, it is important to familiarize yourself with tips to help keep you safe. WATCH
KNEE STRIKE
Use your knee and your voice to protect yourself from an attacker. WATCH
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. WATCH
FRONT ELBOW
The force of an elbow jab is powerful enough to fend off an attacker and allow you time to run to safety. WATCH
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. WATCH
PALM STRIKE
The power is there in the palm of your hand. WATCH
MENTAL HEALTH
Personal safety and wellness is not always physical. A person’s mental health is equally as important. WATCH