Resources & Safety

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Harvard Resources

Harvard Safety

  • Harvard University Police Department – In an emergency dial 5-1212 or (617) 495-1212.  Our area of campus is serviced by the Yard/North Team.
  • The Annual Security Report is a resource for crime information, including harassment, alcohol and drug policies, , missing persons policies, fire safety, security, etc.
  • Enroll in the MessageMe service, which will enable you to receive text messages in the event of campus emergencies.
  • In the event of a University Wide Closing a message will be posted on the University website.
    • Please note that Harvard rarely has snow days and even though we share the building with the SAO – we may need to report to work when they don’t. Safety first – if it’s unsafe to come into work – check with your supervisor. 
  • Harvard Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) has resources for Occupational Safety (including Ergonomics) and Laboratory Safety. EH&S is available to assist with managing responses to incidents and accidents in laboratories, 24/7 through the University Operations Center at 617.495.5560.
  • Harvard Urgent Care – All Harvard employees may seek care at HUHS for urgent medical issues that arise while at work, as long as the onset of the illness or injury occurred within the previous 24 hours.  The location is Smith Campus Center 75 Mt. Auburn Street.