Campus Safety
Campus Police Services
The Forsyth Tech Campus Police Department is a fully sanctioned law enforcement agency, and sworn officers have full powers of arrest pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 115D-21.1. The Campus Police Department is responsible for law enforcement, security and emergency response at Forsyth Tech. This involves many different services.
Crime Awareness & Prevention
- Forsyth Tech offers a self-defense class for women, as well as crime prevention tips and on-campus crime statistics.
Student Alcohol & Drug Policy
Forsyth Tech’s Code of Conduct prohibits the use, possession, sale, or transportation of any narcotic, drug, alcoholic beverage, or any other controlled substance as defined in the North Carolina General Statutes. A drug-free workplace policy must be signed by all employees.
Forsyth Tech’s Code of Conduct also prohibits the use or possession of weapons and dangerous instrumentalities as defined in the North Carolina General Statutes.
Campus Weapons Policy
Possession of firearms in vehicles or on campus is prohibited at all times unless in accordance with House Bill 937/NCGS14-269.2.
Traffic Rules & Regulations
There is ample parking on Main Campus and there is strict enforcement of traffic rules and regulations.
- These additional services are also provided:
- Day and night patrolling of all campus buildings, grounds, and parking lots
- Enforcement of traffic laws
- Safety inspections for hazards, needed repairs, burned-out lights, etc. which are reported to the Forsyth Tech Maintenance Department
- Enforcement of all Forsyth Tech parking rules
- Weekend and holiday security checks
- Registration and parking permits/decals for faculty, staff, and student vehicles
- Assistance with motor vehicle problems
- Temporary parking permits for faculty, staff, and student vehicles
- Assistance with motor vehicle problems such as: jumps starts and vehicle unlock
- Lost and found articles
Annual Security Reports & Statistics
Other Useful Info
Daily Crime Logs
Access Daily Crime Logs Here.
We do everything possible to keep our campuses and centers a safe, welcoming space for everyone. However, incidents occur. You can view the daily crime logs for all campuses and centers below.
Community Input Form
Help Us Serve You Better!
The Forsyth Tech Campus Police Department (FTCPD) wants to provide you with the best service possible. Be assured that we welcome all suggestions and constructive criticisms you may have regarding our procedures or personnel. Suggestions will be studied and given consideration, so please complete the form below.
Campus Safety FAQ
Still have questions?
Still have questions about parking, campus police, safety or something else? Check out our FAQ.
Clery Compliance
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) is a consumer protection law that federally mandates all institutions of higher education who participate in the federal student financial aid program to disclose campus crime statistics and other safety information to current and prospective students and employees. The Clery Act affects virtually all public and private institutions of higher education and is enforced by the U.S. Department of Education (ED). For more information regarding the Clery Act and its requirements, please visit the Clery Compliance website.
Clery Compliance