USF Polytechnic is committed to providing a safe and secure campus environment for all students, faculty, and staff. Sharing a joint use campus, USF Polytechnic and Polk State College partner together on all safety initiatives and emergency responses.

USF Polytechnic's Campus Safety and Planning Committee developed policies and procedures to further ensure safety and collaborates routinely with local law enforcment on the campus' emergency response plan.

The following measures are in place in order to better safeguard our community.

• On-site security officers patrol and monitor activity throughout the campus, buildings and parking lots 24 hours/7 days a week.
• The Polk County Sherriff's Office Sub-Station is located adjacent to campus, less than one-minute away.
• Blue light safety phones are located throughout the campus to dispatch security officers in case of an emergency.
• Exterior hallways, sidewalks, and parking lots are well-lit for students, faculty and staff walking to and from class or vehicle during the evening.
• Security officers are available to escort students, faculty and staff to their vehicle at night by calling 863.297.1059.