GCC EMERGENCY PROCEDURES GUIDE
Weapons on Campus
Weapons are not allowed on campus at any time. Weapons include but are not limited to firearms, tasers, pellet guns, BB guns, batons, knives, dirks, razors, or nunchulks. Persons bringing weapons to campus will be arrested and prosecuted.
Registration of Sex Offenders
Information on registered sex offenders attending the campus may be obtained from the GCC Police in SM 153. State law requires that all sex offenders attending the college register with the College Police in addition to registering with the police department of the city they reside in. Information on registered sex offenders not attending the college but living in the surrounding area may be obtained from the City of Glendale Police Department.
Timely Warnings
The GCC Police Department, in conjunction with the Office of the Superintendent/President will provide safety warnings to all parties involved, including employees, students, and members of the community whenever there is a credible threat to their safety. This will be done in accordance to State and Federal laws regarding privacy, the California Public Records Act and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. For information regarding timely warnings, please contact the GCC Police at (818) 551-5205.
| Smoking on Campus Information |
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Smoking is not permitted in any building on campus, in college owned or leased facilities, or in college owned vehicles. |
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Smoking is not permitted within twenty (20) feet of the entrance to any building or operable window as required by California Government Code 7597. |
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In addition to the California State Government Code, smoking
is only permitted in
designated smoking areas.
This policy applies to all faculty, staff, students and the general public.
To view the complete policy
click here. |
Skateboarding/Rollerblading/Bicycles and Motorcycles on Campus
No person shall ride a skateboard, roller-skates, rollerblades or non motorized scooter on District property. No person shall operate a bicycle in excess of 5 mph while on District property. Bicycles and motorized bicycles shall not be operated on pedestrian walkways or in buildings. Bicycles and motorized bicycles must park only in designated areas. Motorcycles are not permitted to drive in any area that motor vehicles are prohibited from entering except designated motorcycle parking areas.
Animals on Campus Policy
Glendale Community College District is committed to providing its employees, students, and visitors with a healthy environment in which to work and study.
No animals are allowed on campus except those animals that are individually trained to provide services to individuals with disabilities.
Board Policy 2710 & Administrative Regulation on Sexual Assaults
Sexual Assault
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Rape and other types of sexual assault, whether by a stranger or by an acquaintance, whether against women or men, are violations of the law and the policy of the Glendale Community College District. Sexual assault includes, but is not limited to rape, sexual battery, or the threat of sexual assault.
The Glendale Community College District is committed to providing students with the resources necessary to deal/cope with a sexual assault. While the District strongly advises a survivor to press criminal charges when assaulted, it recognizes that the survivor of a sexual assault may or may not want to take such action. The District will address the needs of the sexual assault survivor by providing a consistent, caring, and timely response when sexual assault occurs within the campus community [Campus Community is defined as any building: a.) or property owned or operated by the institution, b.) operated by another for purpose of student use/support (e.g., Zebra Coffee), c.) owned by another and used frequently by students (e.g., parking lots). 668.46]. Referrals for treatment will be made and ongoing support will be offered to survivors in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Campus Sexual Assault Bill of Rights. (Higher Education Amendment of 1998, 34 CFR Part 668; Public Law 105-244.)
When a sexual assault is reported to any staff member, faculty, or administrator; that person is responsible for providing the survivor with information, potential courses of action and available resources. The confidentiality of the survivor is paramount, and his/her name will only be released with his/her consent. There are legal exceptions to the confidentially issue (e.g., parents of a minor must be informed, legal subpoena requires that documents be sent to the court). |
B. Steps to be followed by a District employee with the survivor of a sexual assault.
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Inform the survivor that the District is committed to the survivor's safety and health, therefore, it is recommended that s/he talk to someone in Campus Police/Health Center. |
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If the survivor agrees to talk to someone in the Campus Police Office or Health Center , escort them to the appropriate office.
If the survivor does not wish to talk to anyone in the Campus Police Office or Health Center, the District employee must inform the survivor that: |
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the employee must report the incidents (not the names of those involved) to Campus Police in order to protect the campus community.
it is recommended that the survivor seek medical care for injuries, trauma, evaluation and treatment of STDs. Instruct the survivor to AVOID showering, changing clothes, urinating, cleaning teeth, or drinking until medical care can be provided. Huntington Memorial is the only facility in the area available to conduct forensic sexual assault evaluations. Inform the survivor that hospital personnel will be required to contact local law enforcement agencies regarding the assault. If the survivor is willing to go to the hospital, the staff member who was informed of the assault, Campus Police, or a college administrator will assist with transportation arrangements.
there are resources available and assist the survivor in accessing those resources.
written information regarding community resources, including medical facilities, are posted in the Health Center , in campus lavatories, and on the bulletin board outside Campus Center . Individual copies of the resource list are available in the Health Center and can be taken without talking to anyone.
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If the survivor chooses to talk to Campus Police/Health Center, s/he will be asked if they choose to press criminal charges. The District strongly encourages the survivor to press charges or file a formal complaint against the alleged perpetrator, but understands that the survivor is under no obligation to do so. |
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If the survivor chooses to press charges or file a complaint, Campus Police Officers (not the cadets) will: |
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assess the potential for continuing threat.
ensure that the survivor is given appropriate protection while on campus, including protection from retaliation for the complaint, if necessary. Such protection may include placing appropriate restrictions on the accused.
ask the survivor to provide a detailed written statement of the assault and the surrounding events.
discuss the confidentially of the reporting process.
escort the survivor to Huntington Memorial Hospital Emergency Department for medical evaluation, treatment, and possible collection of evidence.
provide the survivor with resources and referrals available both within the District and the community. |
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If the survivor chooses to NOT press charges or file a complaint, Campus Police Officers (not the cadets) will: |
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assess the potential for continuing threat.
ensure that the survivor is given appropriate protection while on campus, including protection from retaliation for the complaint, if necessary. Such protection may include placing appropriate restrictions on the accused.
ask the survivor to provide a detailed written statement of the assault and the surrounding events.
discuss the confidentiality of the reporting process. Ask the survivor if his/her identity is to be kept confidential.
encourage the survivor to go to Huntington Memorial Hospital Emergency Department for medical evaluation and treatment.
provide the survivor with resources and referrals available both within the District and the community. |
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Steps to be followed by District administration following the report of a sexual assault. Campus Police will: |
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Ensure that the name/identity of the survivor is kept confidential upon request of the survivor or per Section 293 of the Penal Code and Section 6254 (f) of the Government Code. To protect the privacy of the individuals involved, the District will not release names without the consent of those involved unless the release is essential to the health and safety of the survivor, or the campus community, or to otherwise fulfill the legal obligations of the college.
Notify the Dean of Student Affairs of the incident. The Dean will participate in the investigation of the assault to: |
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determine if the alleged perpetrator is a student and whether disciplinary action is to be taken.
provide assistance to the survivor in relation to college related activities including, but not limited to assisting the student with changing classes, working with instructors for “make up” assignments or tests, working with other college services on behalf of the student.
develop language for a bulletin regarding the assault for distribution to the campus community.
will provide directly to the survivor information about the existence of criminal prosecution, civil prosecution, and the District's disciplinary process (if the alleged perpetrator is a Glendale Community College student), and the availability of counseling. |
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Notify the Superintendent/President. The Superintendent/President will: |
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take appropriate action if anyone associated with the matter poses a continuing threat.
direct the Public Relations Officer to work with the Dean of Student Affairs and Campus Police to develop and distribute bulletins about the incident.
notify appropriate members of the Executive Committee (or College Administration) of the sexual assault.
initiate the notification of the campus community of the sexual assault.
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When the Alleged Perpetrator is a student, the Dean of Student Affairs will: |
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Assist Campus Police/Law Enforcement with the investigation, where appropriate.
Conduct a campus investigation that will proceed independently from any legal proceedings that may take place in accordance with Board Policy and Administrative Regulations 5420 (Standards of Student Conduct, Procedural Guidelines, and Disciplinary Action).
Consult with District legal counsel and make decisions in a timely manner regarding the charges and the appropriate consequences, including discipline or expulsion for the accused as outlined in Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 5420.
Inform the survivor and alleged perpetrator of the outcome of the investigation. |
Help is Available
Anonymous help can be obtained through the College Health Center . Brochures are available with local assistance centers. Visit the Health Center or the GCC Police Department for additional brochures.
Alcohol & Drug Abuse Notification
The college is committed to achieving and maintaining a campus community that fosters personal and institutional excellence and strives to provide conditions under which the work of the college can proceed freely, with the highest standards of quality and institutional integrity. The harmful effects of substance abuse diminish the quality of our campus life.
To assist in achieving a campus free from the problems of substance abuse, the college has adopted policies prohibiting the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, possession, or use of controlled substances and alcohol on all college properties or at official functions, both on or off-campus. Any member or group of the campus community violating these policies and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action.
Prohibitions, Sanctions and Penalties
Glendale Community College District Administrative Regulation 5420 prohibits the:
"Use, possession, or distribution of narcotics, other legally controlled substances, or alcoholic beverages except as expressly permitted by law and Glendale Community College regulations. Presence on campus or at a college-sponsored function while under the influence of narcotics, other legally controlled substances, or alcoholic beverages except as expressly permitted by law and Glendale Community College regulations.
A violation of the provisions of this policy, and/or relevant local, state, or federal law which prohibits the use, possession or sale of alcohol or other controlled substances may result in the imposition of specific sanctions as identified within the Standards of Student Conduct (Administrative Regulation 5420). These sanctions or penalties include a verbal warning, a written reprimand, disciplinary probation, summary suspension, disciplinary suspension, or expulsion.
Legal Sanctions
Numerous Federal, State and local statutes and ordinances, which may change over time, relate to the manufacture, distribution, possession, or use of a controlled substance or alcohol and impose legal sanctions for both felony and misdemeanor convictions for violations. Drugs considered to be controlled substances are listed in Schedules I through V of the Controlled Substances Act (29 U.S.C. 812) and are further defined by Regulations 21 CFR 1308.11 through 1308.15.
Drug-related penalties include the following:
• Simple possession of controlled substances: civil fines of up to $10,000 per violation, jail sentence, and denial of Federal benefits.
• Manufacture, sale or distribution of all scheduled drugs: prison sentence for a FELONY.
• Distribution or possession with the intent to distribute a controlled substance on college property: up to TWICE the prescribed sentence for the original offense and TWICE the prescribed parole time (required).
• Possession of one or more ounce(s) of marijuana for personal use: fine or jail time for a misdemeanor.
• Possession of less than one once of marijuana: fine of up to $100.
• Cultivation, possession for sale, or sale of marijuana: FELONY.
In addition, it is a misdemeanor to sell, furnish, give, or cause to be sold, furnished, or given away, any alcoholic beverage to a person under 21 or any obviously intoxicated person, and no one under 21 may purchase alcoholic beverages. It is also unlawful for any person under 21 to possess alcoholic beverages on any street or highway, or in any place open to the public.
Health Risks Associated with Alcohol and Drug Abuse
The abuse of alcohol and drugs can produce intoxication and physical symptoms such as hangovers, blackouts, impaired motor function, damage to the liver, stomach, intestine, cardiovascular system, brain and neurological systems, addiction and death. Alcohol and drugs are not only toxic to the body, but may also result in the transmission of infections associated with intravenous drug use such as HIV and hepatitis. Pregnant women risk fetal damage and birth defects including hyperactivity, neurological abnormalities, and development difficulties.
In addition to the above problems, the use of these substances can cause severe family, social, and psychological problems, as well as intellectual impairment which may be permanent. Abuse of alcohol and drugs is a major cause of serious and fatal traffic accidents; alcohol-related accidents are the number one cause of deaths for persons aged 15-24. Chemical dependency is a disease that, if not arrested, is fatal.
Educational Program and Assistance
Where to Get Help:
A list of "Chemical Dependency and Substance Abuse Referral Resources/Agencies,'' as well as additional information on chemical dependency and substance abuse is available from the Health Center on the first floor of the San Rafael Building. If you have any questions regarding the college policies and regulations, please contact the Student Affairs Office in the JW Smith Student Center.
Revised 09/09/10
District
Policies
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