Swarthmore's Public Safety Department operates 24/7/365 and is fully committed to providing a safe and healthy campus for the entire community. Uniformed officers patrol buildings and grounds, respond to emergencies, educate the community about crime prevention, and provide individual safety escorts upon request. Public Safety also offers self defense classes for women for PE credit and regularly meets with RAs to discuss safety and crime prevention issues.
Public Safety offers a free safety app for smartphone devices which, when activated, sends audio, video, and a GPS location to the Department's Communication Center. The Department strives to educate and partner with the community and instill the concept that safety is our shared responsibility.
Public Safety is located in Benjamin West House and serves as the visitor center and central phone operator for the College.