BAMSI is fully committed to providing a safe and healthy campus for the entire community. Uniformed officers, Institute security officers and members of the Royal Bahamas Police Force patrol buildings and grounds, respond to emergencies, educate the community about crime prevention, and provide individual safety escorts upon request.
Even though BAMSI employs trained personnel for the protection of its students, employees, guests and property, security of the campus is a responsibility shared by all members of the community. Students are expected to accept this responsibility by:
- Attending campus safety education programs
- Locking residence hall room doors
- Locking car doors, parking in the assigned areas and keeping valuables out of sight
- Labeling valuable items
- Using sound judgment, such as not walking alone on campus after dark, not loaning a room key to a friend, etc.
- Reporting any suspicious person or behavior to a campus security officer as soon as possible
- Proper disposal of waste
- Following campus parking and traffic rules.
The Institute does not assume responsibility in the event of theft from student rooms or vehicles parked on campus. In the case of theft, assault or other serious crime, Campus Security will notify the North Andros Police Department. In the event of sexual assault, one should seek immediate medical attention, and notify the Director of Student Affairs for professional assistance.
If a student or any employee is approached on campus by law enforcement personnel seeking information on students, faculty, or staff, the following procedure should be followed:
- Request proof of identity, if not apparent.
- Maintain a cooperative and courteous attitude.
- Unless an emergency event:
- Direct daytime inquiries (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) to the Student Affairs or Campus Security Office
- Nighttime inquiries should be directed to Campus Security
- In case of an emergency provide pertinent information and assistance as appropriate.
- Classes should not be interrupted unless an emergency situation exists