Safety by the Numbers

Some facts about our campus police:

74 commissioned police officers
9 communications room personnel
45 security guards in various campus locations
Calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
At least 4 patrol cars on each shift in addition to the officers on foot, bicycle, and motorcycle
University police undergo at least 750 hours of training, as well as a minimum of 28 hrs of annual in-service training.

Safety Partners

University of Pittsburgh Police Department

The University of Pittsburgh Police Department is the third-largest police force in Allegheny County. As the department with primary responsibility for security on campus, Pitt police are dedicated to serving the needs of the University community. You can reach the department by calling 4-2121 from a campus phone or 412-624-2121 from a noncampus phone.

Did You Know?

Pitt police operate their own communications center, patrol section, investigative section, and community services unit.
Because of their extensive coverage, campus police can respond to most calls for assistance within minutes.
University officers are certified by Pennsylvania’s Municipal Police Education and Training Commission, receiving the same education, training, and certification as any city or municipal police officer in the commonwealth.
Security attendants work at desks, in garages, and as stationary monitors around campus.
To enhance security, the University also uses video cameras in public areas on campus.

University Police Authority

Pitt police carry firearms and have authority to apprehend and arrest anyone involved in illegal acts on campus and within 500 yards of any University-owned or leased facility. If a University student commits the offense, the Pitt police will also refer the individual to the Office of the Assistant Dean of Students. Pitt police work closely with city of Pittsburgh police officers and have direct radio communication with city police, fire, and emergency medical personnel.

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)

UPMC hospitals have their own separate security/safety departments. When Pitt students and staff work within these settings, they are responsible for acquainting themselves with the security policies and procedures of these facilities. Criminal incidents occurring within these facilities under the jurisdiction of the University of Pittsburgh are reported to the Pitt police and are included within Pitt’s statistical report. For more information about safety and security at UPMC, contact UPMC Presbyterian (412-647-3191), UPMC Montefiore (412-648-2555), or Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (412-586-9742).

UNIVERSITY EMERGENCY
PHONE NUMBERS

University of Pittsburgh Police EMERGENCIES 4-2121
or Noncampus Phone
412-624-2121
General Assistance 4-4040
or 412-624-4040

Sexual Assault Services
412-648-7930

Student Health Service
412-383-1800

University Counseling Center
412-648-7930

Assistant Dean of Students
412-648-7910

Environmental Health and Safety
412-624-9505

SafeRider
412-648-CALL (2255)

PITTSBURGH EMERGENCY
PHONE NUMBERS (OFF CAMPUS)

City of Pittsburgh Police,
Fire, Ambulance 911

Pittsburgh Action Against Rape
24-hour hotline 1-866-363-7273

Center for Victims of
Violence and Crime
24-hour hotline 412-392-8582