Public Safety

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Safety and Security

The Safety and Security Department is committed to crime prevention and ensuring the safety of all of our students, faculty, and staff. To accomplish these goals, we believe that it is important to forge partnerships with all parts of our community as well as to maintain strong relations with our neighbors and first responders.

Campus Security is staffed and operated by Arrow Security. Officers are on duty at the main campus 24/7 to assist all members of the college community.

Emergencies

Campus Security, certified in First Aid Response, AED and C.P.R., respond to all emergencies reported on the College campuses. If the event of an Emergency on Campus call 911 then notify security at Ext. 6100 from any campus phone. In the event of an emergency Campus security and other assisting staff will respond.

In an effort to consistently improve emergency response procedures, BCC has an opt-in emergency notification system (ENS) which allows College administrators to send time-sensitive notifications to students, staff and faculty. The ENS helps us provide a safer environment, enhanced emergency communication and keeps our community better informed.

Emergency Contact Information
Contact Phone Number
EMERGENCY 911
BCC Security ext. 6100 (on-campus)
Massachusetts State Police 413-743-4700
Brien Center (24 Hour - Crisis Lline)
(Mental Health / Substance Abuse)		 413-499-0412
Elizabeth Freeman Center
(Domestic Violence / Sexual Assault)		 866-401-2425
Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline Text/Call: 988 (24/7)
Clery Coordinator - Ellis Richardson 413-236-1011
Non-Emergency Contact Information
Contact Phone Number
BCC Security ext. 1010 (on-campus)
Director of Safety and Security 413-236-1011

Contact Security

security@berkshirecc.edu

  • Emergency:
    ext. 6100 (on campus)
  • Non Emergency:
    413-236-1010, ext. 1010 (on campus)
  • Director of Safety and Security:
    413-236-1011
  • Institutional Security Officer:
    413-236-1012

In compliance with the requirements of the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (Jeanne Clery Act) under Public Law 101-542, Title II, makes available each year an annual security report detailing campus crime statistics for the previous three years along with campus security policies and procedures.

Daily Crime Log (opens a new window)

2025 Annual Security Report (opens a new window)

Departmental Values

  • Professionalism – We will always be aware of our image and role within the institution. We will use our skills, training, and knowledge to serve our community.
  • Integrity – We will hold ourselves to the highest standard of truth. Our word is based on our bond and our behavior is above reproach.
  • Communication – We will always listen to the needs and the concerns of our community and follow through to make sure those needs and concerns are addressed.
  • Service – We will respond immediately to all calls for service, both routine and emergency in nature.
    Respect – We will treat everyone we encounter with respect and dignity.
  • Loyalty – We will always remain loyal to those we serve: the entire Berkshire Community College Community.
  • Duty – We will do our duty to the best of our ability. The welfare and safety of our students and community members is our top priority.