The Top Ten Steps to maintain a secure Chemistry Department:
- Ensure that all exterior doors are locked when you enter and leave the building after hours. Do not leave a door propped open. If you find one, close it.
- Report all unlocked doors or faulting locking mechanisms to the U of T police after hours, (416-978-2323).
- Do not let anyone in the building with you after hours that you don't recognize as working in chemistry.
- Report any suspicious looking/acting individuals roaming the building to me, or directly to the U of T police.
- Whenever possible, lock the door to your lab, group room, or office when you leave. If your door is equipped with a dead bolt, engage it using the door key when you leave.
- Do not leave valuables, including laptops, lying around on your desk or lab bench. Keep them out of sight. Lock them away before you leave.
- Keep a record of serial numbers for computers and other valuable electronic equipment.
- Make sure your data is backed up elsewhere.
- Immediately report ALL lost or stolen door keys to the Business Office in LM 154.
- Do not under any circumstances lend your door keys to anyone, even for a short period of time.