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Health Sciences Services

Security

Security issues in all Health Sciences facilities (MHSC, HSEB, SCC, Foege, and ARCF) should be reported to UW Police.

UW Police

Non-emergencies: Call the UW Police dispatch line at 206-685-8973 (206-685-UWPD).

Theft, vandalism, lost property: UW Police allows online reporting via their website.

Security Guards and HS Building Management

There are afternoon and nighttime security guards on patrol in the Health Sciences buildings. To contact a security guard, please call the UW Police non-emergency number.

Security concerns can also be reported to HS Building Management during business hours. We will do our best to respond. If we are unavailable, or you need to call UW Police, please leave a message for us.

Lockouts

If you are locked out of your office or lab, please contact:

  • HS Building Management during business hours, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.. We will do our best to respond promptly.
  • UW Police non-emergency outside business hours.

Vendors or contractors who need to be let into a room should attempt to contact the requesting department for entry. In the event they are unavailable, please contact HS Building Management during business hours.

UW Security Resources

  • UW Police
  • UW SafeCampus – a resource for all campus and community members to discuss safety and wellbeing concerns. Reports can be made anonymously.
  • SafeZone App – a UWPD recommended app that connects you directly with campus emergency services, as well as additional safety features.
  • Husky SafeTrip & NightRide – secure escort services for UW campus members. Available during nights.
  • UW Alert – campus-wide alerts for events that may pose a hazard to health or safety.
  • UWMC Department of Public Safety – security department for UWMC Montlake. For general inquiries, call 206-598-4909.
  • Hospital employees/volunteers who would like an escort to your vehicle on UW Campus may call 206-598-5555.

Other UW Security & Safety Resources