CAMPUS
SAFETY
101
Whether you’re moving into a dorm or an apart-
ment, college life is a whole new world that you’ll
learn to navigate. Whether you’re going to a party
or walking to that late-night biology lab, here are a
few tips from Chief Tyron Works of Workable
Solutions Investigative & Protective Services to
keep you safe!
What are some basic safety basics every
college freshman needs to know?
“Know your surroundings,” Chief Works says. “Never go any-
where alone.” Familiarize yourself with the campus before classes
even start. “Know more than one way to get to a designated,
location and make sure you know where the emergency call
boxes are on campus.” If you know your way around, you have the
option of taking a different route if your regular one feels unsafe.
What do teens need to know about living
with a roommate they don't know?
“Know the people you call friends and don’t give out personal
information to anyone! Even your friend could steal your identi-
ty,” Chief Works stresses. Another big tip: “Don’t allow people you
don’t know to hang out in your dorm room, and be sure to keep
your valuables and money in a safe place that only you and your
parents know about."
What are some dating do's and don'ts?
First college dating rule? “Don’t go by yourself on your first date.
Remember that you don’t really know this person yet, so don’t
believe everything they tell you. Try to learn about who you are
potentially dating by watching who they hang out with and what
they do.” Also: “Someone should always know where you are
going when you leave for a date, and when to expect you back
home,” he adds.
Do you recommend mace/pepper spray/whistles/
personal alarms for college students?
“Self-defense classes, whistles, and personal alarms are highly
recommended. However, mace and pepper spray could be con-
sidered weapons on some campuses, so find out what the campus
policy is before attempting to carry those,” Chief Works advises.
What can parents discuss with their teens
before they move into their first dorm or
apartment to help them prepare to be
responsible for their own safety?
Chief Works says, “Before move-in day, make sure all campus
emergency numbers are programmed into your teen’s cell phone
for quick and easy dialing in an emergency.” He also recommends
stressing the importance of keeping your phone charged at all
times.
Tyron Works is Co-Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Workable
Solutions Investigative & Protective Services, LLC since 2009. He
served in the United States Army, where he served in several combat
& peace keeping tours, including Desert Storm/Desert Shield,
Bosnia and Kosovo. Mr. Works has been awarded several medals
during his military career. In addition, Mr. Works is a former Drill
Sergeant / MOS Instructor.
Mr. Works has extensive experience
in Security and Law Enforcement
work. He has worked security for
military installations here in
Montgomery, AL, and has also
worked as a Probation Officer/
Intake Officer for Professional
Probations at the City of
Montgomery Municipal Court.
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