This report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, as amended. It provides students and employees of Taft College (“College”) with information on: the College’s security arrangements, policies and procedures; programs that provide education on such things as drug and alcohol abuse, awareness of various kinds of sex offenses, and the prevention of crime generally; and procedures the College will take to notify the campus community in the event of an emergency. Its purpose is to provide students and employees with information that will help them make informed decisions relating to their own safety and the safety of others.
This report is prepared by the Director of Campus Safety and Security in cooperation with local law enforcement authorities and includes information provided by them as well as by the College’s campus security authorities and various other elements of the College. Each year an e-mail notification is made to all enrolled students and employees that provides the website link to access this report. Prospective students and employees are also notified of the report’s availability. Hard copies of the report may also be obtained at no cost by contacting Campus Safety and Security, 29 Cougar Court, Taft, CA 93268, (661) 769-7872. The College is committed to taking the actions necessary to provide a safe and secure working/learning environment for all students and staff. As a member of the campus community, you can feel safe and comfortable knowing that security procedures are in place that represent best practices in the field and are constantly tested and re-evaluated for their effectiveness.
The Taft College Campus Safety and Security is responsible for campus safety at the College.
Taft College Campus Safety Officers receive training pursuant to California Education Code 72330.5. Their goal is to keep Taft College a safe and welcoming environment. Campus Safety Officers can enforce traffic and parking regulations pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21113, but otherwise do not possess law enforcement authority.
While the College does not have any written agreements with local law enforcement agencies, it does maintain a close working relationship with local police.
The College has designated certain officials to serve as campus security authorities. Reports of criminal activity can be made to these officials. They in turn will ensure that the crimes are reported for collection as part of the College’s annual report of crime statistics. The campus security authorities to whom the College would prefer that crimes be reported are listed below.
The College strongly encourages prompt and accurate reporting of all criminal actions, emergencies, or other incidents occurring on campus, College-owned property, or nearby public property. Reports should be made to the appropriate administrator and police agencies. This applies even if the victim chooses not to report the crime or is unable to do so.
All crimes occurring on or near College property should be reported immediately to the Campus Safety Office. The number to contact is (661) 763-7774.
The Taft Police Department number is (661) 763-3101
If a crime is in progress or there is some other situation posing imminent danger, local law enforcement can be reached by dialing 911.
Students, staff, and visitors should also report situations to one of the campus security authorities identified above. Once reported, the individual may also be encouraged to report the situation to the appropriate police agency. If requested, a College staff member will assist in making the report to police.
Anonymous incident reports can also be made by completing the online Incident Reporting Form at https://www.taftcollege.edu/student-campus-life/campus-safety/forms/report-an-incident.php.
The College is committed to protecting the confidentiality of victims. Only individuals with a legitimate need to know the victim’s identity for investigation, victim assistance, or perpetrator discipline will be informed.
According to the College’s sexual misconduct policy (AP 3434), employees who are not confidential resources but become aware of alleged misconduct (such as dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking) must report this information, including the status of the parties if known, to the Title IX Coordinator.
Victims of other crimes (e.g., aggravated assault, burglary) who do not wish to pursue action through the College disciplinary system or the criminal justice system are encouraged to make a confidential report to a Campus Security Authority. Upon the victim’s request, a report can be filed with the College without revealing their identity. This confidential report respects the victim’s wishes while enabling the College to take measures to ensure the safety of the victim and others. The College can use this information to maintain accurate records, identify crime patterns, and alert the community to potential dangers. These confidential reports are included in the annual crime statistics for the College.
The College encourages its professional counselors to inform individuals they are counseling about the option to report crimes voluntarily and confidentially for inclusion in the annual crime statistics, when deemed appropriate. The College does not have pastoral counselors.
All academic buildings are secured during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Access is restricted to faculty and staff members, as well as students accompanied by faculty or staff. Access to the Ash Dorms and the Cougar Dorms is controlled by locked gates, which must be unlocked for each entry. The gates have electronic locks activated by issued key cards. The Center for Independent Living (CIL) dorm rooms are each equipped with electronic locks. Campus Safety Officers patrol the residence areas and the rest of the campus throughout the evening, including vehicle patrols of parking lots and surrounding areas.
Students and employees are reminded to stay alert and adhere to safety practices and procedures:
Keys or electronic access to offices, laboratories, and classrooms will be issued to employees only as needed and with proper authorization. Each department supervisor is responsible for ensuring their area is secured and locked.
Employee and student identification cards may be used to verify the identity of individuals suspected of being in campus facilities without permission.
The Campus Safety & Security Department collaborates with the Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department to identify and address maintenance issues that may pose safety hazards on campus. Regular safety checks are conducted to identify malfunctioning street or safety lights and to determine if shrubs or other landscaping need trimming. Facilities personnel and Campus Safety personnel routinely inspect to ensure adequate lighting on pathways and that egress lighting is functioning properly in hallways and stairwells.
The College aims to enhance campus security and the safety of its community members by periodically presenting educational programs. These programs inform students and employees about campus security procedures and practices, encourage them to take responsibility for their own security and the security of others, and provide crime prevention information.
At the beginning of each academic term, the College disseminates information about its security procedures and practices to students and employees. This information is shared through posters, displays, website articles, and social media posts. It emphasizes the importance of reporting criminal activity, identifies to whom crimes should be reported, and outlines practices for timely warnings and emergency notifications.
Crime prevention programs are presented each semester by Student Services. Additionally, periodic email blasts are sent to students and employees with crime prevention and safety tips. Information on crime prevention is also available in the Campus Safety and Security Office. The Campus Safety and Security Office regularly posts safety tips, crime reporting information, and reminders on campus social media accounts.
The College does not have any officially recognized student organizations with off-campus locations and, therefore, does not monitor or record criminal conduct occurring at such locations.
Upon written request, the College will disclose to the alleged victim of a crime of violence (as defined in section 16 of title 18, United States Code) or a non-forcible sex offense, the results of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the College against the student accused of such crime or offense. If the alleged victim is deceased as a result of the crime or offense, the next of kin will be treated as the alleged victim for this purpose.
This disclosure procedure does not apply to victims of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Under the Violence Against Women Act, both the accused and the accuser in these cases receive the results automatically without needing to make a written request.
The College is committed to creating and maintaining an environment free of alcohol abuse. The possession, use, and sale of alcoholic beverages on campus or as part of any College activities are prohibited unless conducted in accordance with applicable College policies. The College also cooperates with law enforcement authorities to enforce state underage drinking laws.
Additionally, the College enforces federal and state drug laws. The possession, sale, manufacture, or distribution of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited on campus or as part of any College activities. Violators of the College’s policies or federal and state laws regarding illegal drugs will face disciplinary action and may be subject to criminal prosecution.
Denial of Federal Benefits (21 U.S.C. § 862):
A federal drug conviction may result in the loss of federal benefits such as student loans, grants, contracts, and licenses. For drug trafficking convictions, benefits may be denied for up to five years for a first offense, ten years for a second offense, and permanently for a third offense. For possession convictions, benefits may be denied for up to one year for a first offense and up to five years for subsequent offenses, at the court’s discretion. Successful completion of a drug treatment program, periodic testing, and community service can be conditions for reinstating benefits.
Forfeiture of Personal Property and Real Estate (21 U.S.C. § 853):
Anyone convicted of a federal drug offense punishable by more than one year in prison is required to forfeit personal and real property related to the violation. Property may be seized at the time of arrest if charges could lead to forfeiture.
Federal Drug Trafficking Penalties (21 U.S.C. § 841):
Penalties for federal drug trafficking vary based on the type and quantity of the drug involved. For Schedule I or II substances, penalties include up to 20 years in prison. If the illegal distribution leads to death or serious bodily injury, the offender may face life imprisonment and fines of up to $10 million. For Schedule III substances, penalties include up to 10 years in prison, or up to 15 years if death or serious injury occurs, with fines up to $500,000. For less than 50 kilograms of marijuana, the sentence may be up to five years and fines up to $250,000.
Drug Trafficking Near Schools (21 U.S.C. § 860):
Drug trafficking within 1,000 feet of a school or university results in penalties that are double those of the base offense, with a mandatory minimum of one year in prison, unless the offense involves five grams or less of marijuana.
Federal Drug Possession Penalties (21 U.S.C. § 844):
A conviction for possession of a controlled substance can result in up to one year in prison, a mandatory fine of at least $1,000, or both for a first offense. Subsequent convictions lead to increased prison terms and fines, including up to 90 days to three years in prison for further offenses.
Category
Summary (California Code)
Possession of Marijuana
For individuals under 18, possessing 28.5 grams or less of cannabis requires 4 hours of drug education and 10 hours of community service for the first offense. A second offense increases this to 6 hours of education and 20 hours of service.
For individuals 18-21 years old, possessing this amount incurs a $100 fine.
Possession of more than 28.5 grams by someone over 18 can result in up to 6 months imprisonment, a fine of up to $500, or both.
Controlled Substances
California statutes cover a wide range of offenses related to the delivery, sale, furnishing, transfer, possession, or manufacture of controlled substances, including those formerly classified as “narcotics” and “restricted dangerous drugs.” See Cal. Health & Safety Code §§ 11350 – 11392. Penalties for these offenses vary depending on the type and amount of the controlled substance, the offender’s prior criminal history, and the intent (e.g., personal use, sale, or manufacturing). See Cal. Health & Safety Code §§ 11350, 11377.
Engaging a minor in any drug-related activity—whether using, employing, inducing, or selling to a minor, or operating in locations where minors are present—is a distinct offense and carries enhanced penalties. See Cal. Health & Safety Code §§ 11353 – 11354 and 11380. For instance, first-time possession of opiates (Schedule I substances) without a valid prescription can result in up to 1 year in jail and a fine of at least $1,000. Possession of gamma-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB or “date rape drug”) with the intent to commit sexual assault is punishable by up to 3 years in prison.
Alcohol and Minors
A minor who purchases or consumes alcohol at an on-sale premises is subject to a fine of $250 or required to complete 24 to 32 hours of community service. For second or subsequent offenses, the penalty increases to a fine of up to $500 and 36 to 48 hours of community service. See Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 25658.
Anyone who sells, furnishes, or gives alcohol to a minor is guilty of a misdemeanor, as is a minor who purchases alcohol. Furnishing alcohol to a minor carries a fine of $1,000 and at least 24 hours of community service. If the minor consumes the alcohol and causes great bodily injury or death to themselves or another person, the individual who provided the alcohol may be imprisoned for 6 months to 1 year and fined $1,000. See Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 25658.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
It is illegal to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher. It is also illegal to drive if addicted to the use of any drug. See Cal. Veh. Code § 23152. Violating these provisions constitutes a misdemeanor. See Cal. Veh. Code § 40000.15. For a first offense, the punishment ranges from 96 hours to 6 months imprisonment, with a minimum of 48 continuous hours, and a fine between $390 and $1,000. See Cal. Veh. Code § 23536.
The College has a drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program and conducts a biennial review of this program to evaluate its effectiveness. For more information, see below.
Student alcohol/drug policy: This is covered under BP 5500 (Appendix A) and BP 3550 (Appendix B).
Employee alcohol/drug policy: BP 3550: Appendix B
Alcohol/drug web page: https://www.taftcollege.edu/student-campus-life/student-support/health-wellness-counseling/index.php
The College also programs alcohol awareness and drug awareness programs at least once per academic year.
Consistent with applicable laws, the College prohibits dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The College’s policy used to address complaints of this nature, as well as the procedures for filing, investigating, and resolving complaints, may be found at:
Sexual and Other Assaults on Campus: Appendix C
Sexual and Other Assaults on Campus: Appendix D
Responding to Harassment Based on Sex under Title IX: Appendix E
The following sections outline the College’s educational programs aimed at raising awareness of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. They also provide guidance for students and employees on the procedures to follow and the services available if they become a victim of one of these offenses. Additionally, these sections detail the disciplinary procedures that will be followed in the event of an allegation of any of these offenses.
The College conducts a Primary Prevention and Awareness Program (PPAP) for all incoming students and new employees. The PPAP advises campus community members that the College prohibits the offenses of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. They are also informed of the topics discussed below, including relevant definitions, risk reduction, and bystander intervention.
Crime Type (California Penal Code)
Definitions
Dating Violence
The institution has determined, based on good-faith research, that California law does not define the term dating violence.
Domestic Violence
“Domestic violence” is abuse perpetrated against any of the following persons: (a) A spouse or former spouse. (b) a cohabitant or former cohabitant, as defined in Section 6209. © A person with whom the respondent is having or has had a dating or engagement relationship. (d) A person with whom the respondent has had a child, where the presumption applies that the male parent is the father of the child of the female parent under the Uniform Parentage Act. (e) A child of a party or a child who is the subject of an action under the Uniform Parentage Act, where the presumption applies that the male parent is the father of the child to be protected. (f) Any other person related by consanguinity or affinity within the second degree. (Cal Fam. Code. § 6211)
California law (Cal. Pen. Code §§ 242 & 243(e)(1)) provides penalties for battery (i.e., any willful and unlawful use of force or violence against another) when it is committed against a spouse, a person with whom the defendant is cohabiting, a person who is the parent of the defendant’s child, former spouse, fiancé, or fiancée, or a person with whom the defendant currently has, or has previously had, a dating or engagement relationship.
Also, Cal. Pen. Code § 273.5 provides penalties for willful infliction of corporal injury:
Any person who willfully inflicts corporal injury resulting in a traumatic condition upon a victim described in subdivision (b) is guilty of a felony, and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for two, three, or four years, or in a county jail for not more than one year, or by a fine of up to six thousand dollars ($6,000), or by both that fine and imprisonment.
Subdivision (a) shall apply if the victim is or was one or more of the following:
Holding oneself out to be the spouse of the person with whom one is cohabiting is not necessary to constitute cohabitation as the term is used in this section.
As used in this section, “traumatic condition” means a condition of the body, such as a wound, or external or internal injury, including, but not limited to, injury as a result of strangulation or suffocation, whether of a minor or serious nature, caused by a physical force. For purposes of this section, “strangulation” and “suffocation” include impeding the normal breathing or circulation of the blood of a person by applying pressure on the throat or neck.
For the purpose of this section, a person shall be considered the father or mother of another person’s child if the alleged male parent is presumed the natural father under Sections 7611 and 7612 of the Family Code.
Stalking (Ca. Pen. Code § 646.9)
The following definitions apply to the crime of stalking:
“harasses” means engages in a knowing and willful course of conduct directed at a specific person that seriously alarms, annoys, torments, or terrorizes the person, and that serves no legitimate purpose.
“course of conduct” means two or more acts occurring over a period of time, however short, evidencing a continuity of purpose. Constitutionally protected activity is not included within the meaning of “course of conduct.”
“credible threat” means a verbal or written threat, including that performed through the use of an electronic communication device, or a threat implied by a pattern of conduct or a combination of verbal, written, or electronically communicated statements and conduct, made with the intent to place the person that is the target of the threat in reasonable fear for his or her safety or the safety of his or her family, and made with the apparent ability to carry out the threat so as to cause the person who is the target of the threat to reasonably fear for his or her safety or the safety of his or her family. It is not necessary to prove that the defendant had the intent to actually carry out the threat. The present incarceration of a person making the threat shall not be a bar to prosecution under this section. Constitutionally protected activity is not included within the meaning of “credible threat.”
the term “electronic communication device” includes, but is not limited to, telephones, cellular phones, computers, video recorders, fax machines, or pagers. “Electronic communication” has the same meaning as the term defined in Subsection 12 of Section 2510 of Title 18 of the United States Code.
Sexual Assault
The institution has determined, based on good-faith research, that California law does not define the term sexual assault.
Rape, Fondling, Incest, Statutory Rape
For purposes of the Clery Act, the term “sexual assault” includes the offenses of rape, fondling, incest, and statutory rape. These definitions under California law are as follows:
Rape of a spouse (Cal. Pen. Code § 262): Rape of a person who is the spouse of the perpetrator is an act of sexual intercourse accomplished under any of the following circumstances:
Where it is accomplished against a person’s will by means of force, violence, duress, menace, or fear of immediate and unlawful bodily injury on the person or another.
Where a person is prevented from resisting by any intoxicating or anesthetic substance, or any controlled substance, and this condition was known, or reasonably should have been known, by the accused.
Where a person is at the time unconscious of the nature of the act, and this is known to the accused. As used in this paragraph, “unconscious of the nature of the act” means incapable of resisting because the victim meets one of the following conditions: (A) Was unconscious or asleep; (B) Was not aware, knowing, perceiving, or cognizant that the act occurred; © Was not aware, knowing, perceiving, or cognizant of the essential characteristics of the act due to the perpetrator’s fraud in fact.
Where the act is accomplished against the victim’s will by threatening to retaliate in the future against the victim or any other person, and there is a reasonable possibility that the perpetrator will execute the threat. As used in this paragraph, “threatening to retaliate” means a threat to kidnap or falsely imprison, or to inflict extreme pain, serious bodily injury, or death.
Where the act is accomplished against the victim’s will by threatening to use the authority of a public official to incarcerate, arrest, or deport the victim or another, and the victim has a reasonable belief that the perpetrator is a public official. As used in this paragraph, “public official” means a person employed by a governmental agency who has the authority, as part of that position, to incarcerate, arrest, or deport another. The perpetrator does not actually have to be a public official.
Fondling: The institution has determined, based on good-faith research, that California law does not define the term fondling.
Incest (Cal. Pen. Code § 285): Persons being within the degrees of consanguinity within which marriages are declared by law to be incestuous and void, who intermarry with each other, or who being 14 years of age or older, commit fornication or adultery with each other, are punishable by imprisonment in the state prison.
Statutory Rape: The institution has determined, based on good-faith research, that California law does not define the term statutory rape.
Other “sexual assault” crimes
Other crimes under California law that may be classified as a “sexual assault” include the following:
Unlawful sexual intercourse with person under 18 (Cal. Pen. Code § 261.5):
Unlawful sexual intercourse is an act of sexual intercourse accomplished with a person who is not the spouse of the perpetrator, if the person is a minor. For the purposes of this section, a “minor” is a person under the age of 18 years and an “adult” is a person who is at least 18 years of age.
Any person who engages in an act of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor who is not more than three years older or three years younger than the perpetrator, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Any person who engages in an act of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor who is more than three years younger than the perpetrator is guilty of either a misdemeanor or felony, and shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170.
Any person 21 years of age or older who engages in an act of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor who is under 16 years of age is guilty of either a misdemeanor or a felony, and shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 for two, three, or four years.
Unlawful sexual intercourse, sexual penetration, oral copulation or sodomy; consent procured by false or fraudulent representation with intent to create fear (Cal. Pen. Code § 266c): Every person who induces any other person to engage in sexual intercourse, sexual penetration, oral copulation, or sodomy when his or her consent is procured by false or fraudulent representation or pretense that is made with the intent to create fear, and which does induce fear, and that would cause a reasonable person in like circumstances to act contrary to the person’s free will, and does cause the victim to so act, is punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for not more than one year or in the state prison for two, three, or four years. As used in this section, “fear” means the fear of physical injury or death to the person or to any relative of the person or member of the person’s family.
Aggravated sexual assault of a child (Cal. Pen. Code § 269): Any person who commits any of the following acts [as defined by state law] upon a child who is under 14 years of age and seven or more years younger than the person is guilty of aggravated sexual assault of a child: (1) Rape; (2) Rape or sexual penetration, in concert; (3) Sodomy; (4) Oral copulation; (5) Sexual penetration.
Sodomy (Cal. Pen. Code § 286): Sodomy is sexual conduct consisting of contact between the penis of one person and the anus of another person. Any sexual penetration, however slight, is sufficient to complete the crime of sodomy.
**Oral copulation (**Cal. Pen. Code § 287): Oral copulation is the act of copulating the mouth of one person with the sexual organ or anus of another person.
Forcible acts of sexual penetration (Cal. Pen. Code § 289):
Any person who commits an act of sexual penetration when the act is accomplished against the victim’s will by means of force, violence, duress, menace, or fear of immediate and unlawful bodily injury on the victim or another person shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for three, six, or eight years.
Any person who commits an act of sexual penetration upon a child who is under 14 years of age, when the act is accomplished against the victim’s will by means of force, violence, duress, menace, or fear of immediate and unlawful bodily injury on the victim or another person, shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for 8, 10, or 12 years.
Any person who commits an act of sexual penetration upon a minor who is 14 years of age or older, when the act is accomplished against the victim’s will by means of force, violence, duress, menace, or fear of immediate and unlawful bodily injury on the victim or another person, shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for 6, 8, or 10 years.
Consent (as it relates to sexual activity)
Cal. Pen. Code § 261.6: In prosecutions under Section 261, 262, 286, 287, or 289, or former Section 288a, in which consent is at issue, “consent” shall be defined to mean positive cooperation in act or attitude pursuant to an exercise of free will. The person must act freely and voluntarily and have knowledge of the nature of the act or transaction involved. A current or previous dating or marital relationship shall not be sufficient to constitute consent where consent is at issue in a prosecution under Section 261, 262, 286, 287, or 289, or former Section 288a.
Cal. Pen. Code § 261.7: In prosecutions under Section 261, 262, 286, 287, or 289, or former Section 288a, in which consent is at issue, evidence that the victim suggested, requested, or otherwise communicated to the defendant that the defendant use a condom or other birth control device, without additional evidence of consent, is not sufficient to constitute consent.
The College defines “affirmative consent” in its sexual misconduct policy for determining whether sexual violence, including sexual assault, has occurred:
Affirmative consent means a clear, voluntary, and conscious agreement to engage in sexual activity.
Consent must be given freely, without coercion, force, threats, or intimidation. It requires a positive indication of willingness to participate in a specific sexual act, expressed through free will.
Consent can be withdrawn or revoked at any time. Consent to one act does not imply consent to other acts, and consent given on one occasion does not apply to future sexual activity. The existence of a dating or sexual relationship does not automatically imply consent. Once consent is withdrawn or revoked, all sexual activity must stop immediately.
Consent cannot be given by someone who is incapacitated, which includes unconsciousness, sleep, or any inability to make informed, rational decisions. Incapacitation can result from alcohol, drugs, or other factors that impair judgment. The degree of intoxication will determine if someone is incapacitated.
Being under the influence of alcohol or drugs does not absolve an individual of the responsibility to ensure that they have obtained consent from the other party. Factors considered include whether the accused knew, or should have known, that the victim did not or could not consent.
Sexual activity with a minor (under 18 years old) is never considered consensual, as the law deems minors incapable of giving legal consent.
If you find yourself in an uncomfortable sexual situation, the following tips may help reduce your risk. These suggestions are meant for general crime prevention and are not intended to place blame on victims. Remember, it is never your fault if you are targeted by any crime. These tips are not guarantees but tools to enhance personal safety. The responsibility for crimes lies solely with the perpetrators, not their victims.
Communicate your boundaries clearly.
You can withdraw consent at any time. Don’t hesitate to say “NO” firmly and loudly.
If possible, remove yourself from the situation and make it clear you want to leave.
Seek help from someone nearby if you feel unsafe.
Be mindful of your alcohol or drug intake, as they can lower inhibitions and increase vulnerability.
Attend large events with trusted friends and look out for each other.
Stay alert for any attempts to slip incapacitating drugs like Rohypnol or GHB into your drink.
If you are initiating sexual activity, these tips may help reduce the risk of being accused of sexual misconduct:
Always show respect for your partner.
Never assume consent or how far the other person is willing to go.
Consent to one act does not mean consent to others.
If your partner withdraws consent, stop immediately.
Communicate your intentions clearly so your partner can do the same.
Treat mixed messages as a sign of discomfort; stop and reassess.
Do not engage with someone who is heavily intoxicated or on drugs, and intervene if you see others trying to take advantage of someone incapacitated.
Be aware of signs of incapacitation, such as slurred speech, vomiting, or passing out.
It is important to be aware of the warning signs that may indicate an abusive person. These signs can include a history of past abuse, threats of violence, or the destruction of property. Some individuals may use force during arguments or display excessive jealousy and controlling behavior, often seeking to isolate their partner from family and friends. Other indicators include rushing into relationships, having unrealistic expectations, and consistently blaming others for personal problems. An abuser may also show hypersensitivity, become easily offended, or display cruelty to animals or children. They might use force during sexual activity, even framing it as “playful,” and exhibit drastic mood swings, switching between kind and cruel behaviors, much like a “Jekyll-and-Hyde” personality.
However, it is important to note that these behaviors alone are only potential warning signs and not definitive indicators of abuse. The presence of one or more of these signs does not necessarily mean that a person is abusive, but when multiple behaviors are present, they may warrant closer attention and concern.
In addition to reporting incidents to appropriate authorities, below are some ways in which individuals can take safe and positive steps to prevent harm and intervene when there is a risk of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking against another person.
Look out for those around you.
Realize that it is important to intervene to help others.
Treat everyone respectfully. Do not be hostile or an antagonist.
Be confident when intervening.
Recruit help from others if necessary.
Be honest and direct.
Keep yourself safe.
If things get out of hand, don’t hesitate to contact the police.
The PPAP also provides information on possible sanctions and protective measures that may be imposed following a determination that an offense of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking has occurred, an explanation of the disciplinary procedures that will be followed when one of these offenses is alleged, the rights of the parties in such a proceeding, available resources, and other pertinent information. Much of this information is set forth in the upcoming sections of this security report.
Ongoing Prevention and Awareness Campaign:
The College also conducts an Ongoing Prevention and Awareness Campaign (OPAC) aimed at all students and employees. This campaign covers the same material as provided in the PPAP, but is intended to increase the understanding of students and employees on these topics and to improve their skills for addressing the offenses of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking.
PPAP and OPAC Programming Methods:
Prevention and awareness programs are carried out in a variety of ways, using a range of strategies, and, as appropriate, targeting specific audiences throughout the College. Methods include, but are not limited to: presentations, online training modules, distribution of written materials, and guest speakers. A summary of this programming is provided below.
New students receive education on the prevention of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking through a presentation by the Office of Student Services and the Campus Safety Department during orientation. All new employees are required to complete an online training module on these topics upon hire and are required to retake the online training each year.
As part of its ongoing campaign, the College uses a variety of strategies, such as in-person presentations by sexual assault organizations, poster campaigns, etc. While programming occurs throughout the year, the College also offers educational sessions and literature in coordination with nationally recognized observances such as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Procedures to Follow if You are a Victim of Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking:
If you are a victim of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, go to a safe place and call 911 or the Campus Safety & Security Department at 661-763-7774. You may also contact the College’s Title IX Coordinator at 661-763-7809.
Victims will be notified in writing of the procedures to follow, including:
To whom and how the alleged offense should be reported (contact the Title IX Coordinator or refer to the other resources listed in this report).
The importance of preserving evidence that may be necessary to prove the offense in a criminal proceeding or disciplinary action or to obtain a protective order.
The victim’s options regarding notification to law enforcement, which are: (a) the option to notify either on-campus or local police; (b) the option to be assisted by campus security authorities in notifying law enforcement if the victim so chooses (the institution is obligated to comply with such a request if it is made); and © the option to decline to notify such authorities.
Where applicable, the rights of victims and the institution’s responsibilities regarding orders of protection, no-contact orders, restraining orders, or similar lawful orders issued by a criminal, civil, or tribal court.
Victims of physical assault are advised to not remove clothing items worn during or following an assault, as they frequently contain valuable fiber, hair, and fluid evidence. Don’t bathe or wash, or otherwise clean the environment in which the assault occurred. You can obtain a forensic examination at Mercy Southwest Hospital 400 Old River Road Bakersfield, CA 93311 661-663-6000.
Completing a forensic examination does not require you to file a police report, but having a forensic examination will help preserve evidence in case you decide at a later date to file a police report.
Victims are also advised to retain evidence in electronic formats (e.g., text messages, emails, photos, social media posts, screenshots, etc.). Such evidence is valuable in all situations, and it may be the only type of evidence available in instances of stalking.
Taft College Campus Safety (661) 763-7774 (24/7)
Taft Police Department (661) 763-3101 — 320 Commerce Way Taft, CA 93268
To make a police report, a victim should contact the local police agency listed above either by phone or in-person. The victim should provide as much information as possible, including name, address, and when and what occurred, to the best of the victim’s ability.
The College does not issue orders of protection, but the College cooperates with local law enforcement and victims in the obtaining and enforcing of such orders. The College issues trespass warnings pursuant to California Penal Code 626 and will issue ‘no contact’ orders for certain matters occurring between enrolled students.
Victims may also choose to obtain a protective or restraining order (such as a Domestic Violence restraining order or a civil harassment restraining order). Restraining orders must be obtained from a court in the jurisdiction where the incident occurred. Restraining orders can protect victims who have experienced or are reasonably in fear of physical violence, Sexual Misconduct, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, or Stalking. The Campus Safety and Security Director can offer assistance with obtaining a protective or restraining order and the Open Door Network is also a great place for advice on restraining orders.
If you need assistance with filing a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO), the Open Door Network is an excellent resource.
Students, faculty, and staff who are protected by a restraining order or other order of protection should provide the Campus Safety and Security Office with a copy of any valid orders to place on file. A valid order is one endorsed (stamped and signed) by the court with good proof of service. It is also advisable to make sure the Taft Police Department has a copy of the order on file.
If an order of protection has been violated, report it to local law enforcement in the jurisdiction where it occurred. The Taft Police Department is the agency with jurisdiction in the majority of College properties. If the violation occurs on campus, or if the violator is a student or employee at the College, also contact the Director of Campus Safety and Security.
Taft Police Department: (661) 763-3101
Kern County Sheriff’s Office: (661) 861-3110
Director of Campus Safety and Security: (661) 763-7872
The College will enforce any temporary restraining order or other no contact order against the alleged perpetrator from a criminal, civil, or tribal court. Any student or employee who has a protection order of no contact order should notify the Title IX Coordinator and provide a copy of the restraining order so that it may be kept on file with the institutional and can be enforced on campus, if necessary. Upon learning of any orders, the College will take all reasonable and legal action to implement the order.
Available Victim Services:
Victims will be provided written notification about existing counseling, health, mental health, victim advocacy, legal assistance, visa and immigration assistance, student financial aid, and other services available to them, both within the College and in the surrounding community. Those services include:
College Resources
State/Local Resources
Mercy Southwest Hospital: (661) 663-6000
Kern County Mental Health Department
Mental health support and resources
Substance abuse support
Disaster support services - Events and activities
Crisis Hotline: 1-800-991-5272 - Suicide Prevention Hotline: 9-8-8
All other information: (661) 868-6600
Website: Click HERE
The Open Door Network (formerly the Alliance Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault)
They offer numerous victim services, for a full list, see this link: https://opendoorhelps.org/domestic-violence-and-sexual-assault/
(661) 322-9199
Free and low-cost legal aid:
California Partnership to End Domestic Violence:
ValorUS (Formerly California Coalition Against Sexual Assault):
National Resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN):
US Dept. of Justice Office on Violence Against Women:
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence:
National Sexual Violence Resource Center:
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services:
Immigration Advocates Network:
The College will provide written notification to victims regarding the options and available assistance for changing academic, living, transportation, and work situations, or for implementing protective measures. If a victim requests these accommodations or protective measures, and they are reasonably available, the College is obligated to provide them. This is true regardless of whether the victim chooses to report the crime to campus security or local law enforcement.
To request accommodations or protective measures, victims should contact the Title IX Coordinator at (661) 763-7810. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for determining what accommodations or protective measures will be implemented, if any.
When determining the reasonableness of such a request, the College may consider, among other factors, the following:
The specific need expressed by the complainant.
The age of the students involved.
The severity or pervasiveness of the allegations
Any continuing effects on the complainant
Whether the complainant and alleged perpetrator share the same class or job location.
Whether other judicial measures have been taken to protect the complainant (e.g., civil protection orders).
The College will keep any accommodations or protective measures provided to a victim confidential, as long as doing so does not interfere with the College’s ability to offer those services. However, in some cases, certain information may need to be shared with a third party in order to implement the accommodation or protective measure. These decisions will be made based on the specific circumstances, and any disclosure will be limited to only the information necessary to carry out the accommodation or protective measure. If it becomes necessary to disclose information about a victim, the College will notify the victim beforehand, explaining what information will be shared, with whom, and why.
Allegations of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking will be processed through the institution’s Sexual Misconduct Policy and the related complaint resolution procedures. The procedures are utilized whenever or wherever a complaint is made, regardless of the status of the complainant and the respondent.
The complaint resolution procedures are invoked once a report is made to one of the following individuals:
Title IX Coordinator
Heather del Rosario
Vice President of Human Resources
(661) 763-7805
29 Cougar Court
Email: [email protected]
Once a complaint is made, the Title IX Coordinator will begin the investigation process as soon as possible, but no later than seven (7) days after the complaint is filed. The Title IX Coordinator or a designated investigator will review the complaint and notify the respondent that a complaint has been lodged.
During the investigation, both the complainant and the respondent will have equal opportunities to present their accounts, witnesses, and any supporting evidence. The investigator(s) will review all statements and evidence, and may, depending on the circumstances, interview others with relevant knowledge or review additional materials to gather necessary information.
Once the investigation is complete, the investigator(s) will determine whether the allegations in the complaint are substantiated based on a preponderance of the evidence. An investigation report will then be prepared, outlining the findings and any recommended sanctions or remedial actions if applicable. The parties will be notified of the findings in writing within three (3) days of the decision. The institution aims to complete investigations within sixty (60) calendar days.
Both parties have the right to appeal the outcome by submitting a written appeal to the President within five (5) days of being notified of the decision. The President will resolve the appeal within ten (10) days of receiving it, and may take any actions deemed necessary to ensure a fair and just outcome.
During the course of the process described in the previous section, both the accuser and the individual accused of the offense are entitled to:
A prompt, fair and impartial process from the initial investigation to the final result.
Proceedings conducted by officials who, at a minimum, receive annual training on the issues related to dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking and on how to conduct an investigation and hearing process that protects the safety of victims and promotes accountability.
The same opportunities to have others present during any institutional disciplinary proceeding, including the opportunity to be accompanied to any related meeting or proceeding by the advisor of their choice. The institution may not limit the choice of advisor, but may establish limits regarding the extent to which that advisor may participate in the proceeding, as long as those limits apply equally to both parties.
Have the outcome determined using the preponderance of the evidence standard.
Simultaneous, written notification of the results of the proceeding, any procedures for either party to appeal the result, any change to the result, and when the result becomes final. For this purpose, “result” means “any initial, interim and final decision by an official or entity authorized to resolve disciplinary matters” and must include the rationale for reaching the result and any sanctions imposed.
Following a final determination in the institution’s disciplinary proceeding that dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking has been committed, the institution may impose a sanction depending on the mitigating and aggravating circumstances involved. The possible sanctions are:
Restitution
Loss of Financial Aid
Educational and Remedial Sanctions
Denial of Access to Campus or Persons
Disciplinary Probation
Suspension
Expulsion
Multiple Sanctions
Administrative Hold
Withholding a Degree
For employees, the following sanctions apply (either one or more than one of the following):
Oral Warning
Incident Report
Letter of Warning
Deduction of Pay
Adjustment of Personnel Records
Counseling
Restitution
Probation
Demotion
Termination
If a suspension is imposed on a student, it may be for part of a semester, a full semester, or an entire academic year. An employee may be suspended for any length of time determined appropriate by the Executive Director of Human Resources. Following a suspension, the individual will be required to meet with the Vice President of Student Services (student) or Vice President of Human Resources (employee) to discuss re-entry and expectations going forward.
In addition, the College can make available to the victim a range of protective measures. They include: forbidding the accused from entering the victim’s residence hall and from communicating with the victim, other institutional no-contact orders, security escorts, modifications to academic requirements or class schedules, changes in working situations, etc.
The College will complete any publicly available recordkeeping, including Clery Act reporting and disclosures, without the inclusion of personally identifiable information about victims of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking who make reports of such to the College to the extent permitted by law.
When a student or employee reports to the College that he or she has been a victim of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, whether the offense occurred on or off campus, the College will provide the student or employee a written explanation of his or her rights and options as described in the paragraphs above.
The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000 requires institutions of higher education to advise members of the campus community where they can obtain information provided by the state concerning registered sex offenders. It also requires sex offenders to notify the state of each institution of higher education in the state at which they are employed or enrolled or carrying on a vocation. The state is then required to notify the College of any such information it receives. Anyone interested in determining whether such persons are on this campus may do so by contacting the Director of Campus Safety & Security at (661) 763-7872. State registry of sex offender information may be accessed at the following link: https://www.meganslaw.ca.gov/
In the event of criminal activity occurring either on campus or off campus that in the judgment of the Director of Campus Safety and Security Vice President of Human Resources constitutes a serious or continuing threat to members of the campus community, a campus-wide “timely warning” will be issued. Examples of such situations may include a sexual assault or a series of motor vehicle thefts in the area that merit a warning because they present a continuing threat to the campus community. Warnings will be communicated to students and employees via one or more of the methods discussed later in this section. Updates to the warnings will be provided as appropriate.
Anyone with information warranting a timely warning should immediately report the circumstances to:
The College has communicated with local law enforcement asking them to notify the College if it receives reports or information warranting a timely warning.
The College has an emergency management plan designed to ensure there is a timely and effective response in the event of a significant emergency or dangerous situation occurring on campus involving an immediate threat to the health or safety of members of the campus community. Such situations include, but are not limited to: tornadoes, bomb threats, chemical spills, disease outbreaks, fires, active shooters, etc. The College has communicated with local police requesting their cooperation in informing the College about situations reported to them that may warrant an emergency response.
Students, staff and visitors are encouraged to notify the Director of Campus Safety and Security at (661) 763-7872 of any emergency or potentially dangerous situation.
The Vice President of Human Resources, working in conjunction with the Director of Campus Safety and Security, will access available sources of information from campus administrative staff and local authorities to confirm the existence of the danger and will be responsible for initiating the institution’s response and for marshaling the appropriate local emergency response authorities for assistance. Depending on the nature of the emergency, other College departments may be involved in the confirmation process.
The institution will, without delay, and taking into account the safety of the community, determine the content of the notification and initiate the notification system, unless issuing a notification will, in the professional judgment of responsible authorities, compromise efforts to assist a victim or to contain, respond to or otherwise mitigate the emergency.
Once the emergency is confirmed and based on its nature, the Director of Campus Safety and Security will consult with other appropriate College officials to determine the appropriate segment or segments of the College community to be notified.
The Director of Campus Safety and Security, in collaboration with other appropriate personnel, will determine who should be notified, and will, without delay, and taking into account the safety of the community, determine the content of the notification and initiate the notification system, unless issuing a notification will, in the professional judgment of responsible authorities, compromise efforts to assist a victim or to contain, respond to or otherwise mitigate the emergency.
Depending on the segments of the campus the notification will target, the content of the notification may differ. When appropriate, the content of the notification will be determined in consultation with local authorities. Also as appropriate, the notification will give guidance as to whether its recipients should shelter in place or evacuate their location.
The Vice President of Human Resources will direct the issuance of emergency notifications, which will be accomplished using one or more of methods discussed later in this section, depending on the nature of the threat and the segment of the campus community being threatened.
At the direction of the Superintendent/President (or designee), the College’s Vice President of Human Resources (or designee) will notify local law enforcement of the emergency if they are not already aware of it and local media outlets in order that the larger community outside the campus will be aware of the emergency.
Methods for Issuing Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications
The method(s) listed below may be utilized when the College issues a timely warning or emergency notification to the campus community.
| Method | Sign Up Instructions |
|---|---|
| Emergency Alert Portal (phone, text, email) | All students are automatically signed up using the email address they provide to the college. Students can manage their contact information by accessing the portal at https://www.taftcollege.edu/student-campus-life/campus-safety/emergency-alert-portal.php |
| In-building notifications | Broadcast through phone speakers in classrooms and offices. No sign up necessary. |
The College tests its emergency response and evacuation procedures at least once a year. The tests may be announced or unannounced. Also, at various times the Emergency Management Team will meet to train and test and evaluate the College’s emergency response plan.
The Campus Safety and Security Director maintains a record of these tests and training exercises, including a description of them, the dates and times they were held and an indication of whether they were announced or unannounced. In connection with at least one such test, the College will distribute to its students and employees information to remind them of the College’s emergency response and evacuation procedures.
If a member of the College community has reason to believe that a student who resides in on-campus housing is missing, that information should be reported immediately to the Dorm Supervisor at (661) 763-7832 or the Vice President of Student Services at (661) 763-7810. Any College employee receiving a missing student report should immediately notify Campus Safety & Security at (661) 763-7774 so that an investigation can be initiated.
Students residing in on-campus housing have the option to identify confidentially an individual to be contacted by the College only in the event the student is determined to be missing for more than 24 hours. If a student has identified such an individual, the College will notify that individual no later than 24 hours after the student is determined to be missing. The option to identify a contact person in the event the student is determined missing is in addition to identifying a general emergency contact person, but they can be the same individual for both purposes. A student’s confidential contact information will be accessible only by authorized campus officials, and it will only be disclosed to law enforcement personnel in furtherance of a missing student investigation.
A student who wishes to designate a confidential contact may do so by completing the appropriate portion in the Dorm Contract provided at dorm orientation and submitting it to the Dorm Supervisor.
After investigating a missing person report, if it is determined that the student has been missing for 24 hours, the College will notify local police authorities unless it was local law enforcement that made the determination that the student is missing. If the missing student is under the age of 18 and is not emancipated, the College will also notify that student’s custodial parent or legal guardian within 24 hours of the determination that the student is missing, in addition to notifying any additional contact person designated by the student.
2023: One vandalism hate crime using derogatory terms for sexual orientation, on campus.
2022: No hate crimes reported.
2021: No hate crimes reported.
2023: 0 unfounded crimes.
2022: 0 unfounded crimes.
2021: 0 unfounded crimes.
The College was provided with some crime data from law enforcement agencies for which it cannot be determined whether any of the statistics apply to or include the College’s Clery Geography.
Certain law enforcement agencies did not comply with the College’s request for crime statistics.
The chart below covers Clery-reportable statistics covering the past three calendar years.
| Location | On Campus Student Housing | On Campus Student Housing | On Campus Student Housing | On Campus Total | On Campus Total | On Campus Total | Non-Campus | Non-Campus | Non-Campus | Public Property | Public Property | Public Property |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calendar Year | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
| Murder or non-negligent manslaughter | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Manslaughter by negligence | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fondling | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Incest | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Statutory Rape | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dating Violence | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stalking | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arrest: Liquor Law Violation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arrest: Drug Abuse Violation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arrest: Weapon Violation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disciplinary Referral: Liquor Law Violation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disciplinary Referral: Drug Abuse Violation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disciplinary Referral: Weapon Violation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The College maintains on-campus housing for its students. Below is a description of fire safety systems and the number of fire drills conducted during the previous calendar year.
Campus: Taft College, 29 Cougar Court, Taft, CA 93268
| Facility | Fire Alarm Monitoring Done on Site | Partial Sprinkler System | Full Sprinkler System | Smoke Detection | Fire Extinguisher Devices | Evacuation Plans & Placards | Number of evacuation (fire) drills in previous calendar year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Dorms, 715 Ash Street | X | X | X | X | X | 0 | |
| Cougar Dorms, 29 Cougar Court | X | X | X | 0 | |||
| Living Classrooms (CIL), 29 Cougar Court | X | X | X | X | X | 0 |
The use of open flames, such as candles, and the burning of such things as incense, and smoking are prohibited in campus housing. Only surge-protected extension cords are permitted. Only the following portable cooking appliances are permitted to be used in campus housing: microwave ovens. Also, tampering with fire safety systems is prohibited and any such tampering may lead to appropriate disciplinary action.
The College reserves the right to make periodic inspections of campus housing to ensure fire safety systems are operational and that the policy on prohibited items is being complied with. Prohibited items, if found, will be confiscated and donated or discarded without reimbursement.
In the event of a fire, the College expects that all campus community members will evacuate by the nearest exit, closing doors and activating the fire alarm system (if one is nearby) as they leave. If circumstances permit at the time of the alarm, additional instructions will be given regarding where students and/or staff are to relocate.
Fire safety education programs for all residents of on-campus student housing and all employees with responsibilities related to that housing are held at the beginning of each academic year. Their purpose is to: familiarize everyone with the fire safety system in each facility, train them on procedures to follow if there is a fire and inform them of the College’s fire safety policies. Information distributed includes maps of each facility’s evacuation route and any fire alarms and fire suppression equipment available in the facility. Attendees are advised that participation in fire drills is mandatory and any student with a disability is given the option of having a “buddy” assigned to assist him or her.
The College is required to disclose each year statistical data on all fires that occurred in on-campus student housing. When a fire alarm is pulled and/or the fire department responds to a fire, these incidents are captured. If you encounter a fire that presents an emergency situation, ensure your own safety and then please call 911.
There may also be instances when a fire is extinguished quickly and an alarm is not pulled or a response by the fire department was not necessary. It is important that these incidents be recorded as well. Therefore, if you are aware of such a fire, see evidence of one or hear about one, you should contact the Director of Campus Safety and Security at (661) 763-7872. When providing notification of a fire, give as much information as possible about the location, date, time and cause of the fire.
The College periodically reviews its fire safety protections and procedures. At this time, it has no plans for future improvements.
The Board Policies (BPs) and Academic Procedures (APs) included in the following pages reflect the versions published at the time this report was issued. Since BPs and APs are subject to updates throughout the year, the attached documents may not represent the most current versions approved by the Board of Trustees.
The current version of this policy can be found here: https://www.taftcollege.edu/about/campus-leadership/board-of-trustees/policies-procedures/_files/ch-5/BP 5500 Standards of Student Conduct 4-12-23.pdf
The current version of this policy can be found here: https://www.taftcollege.edu/about/campus-leadership/board-of-trustees/policies-procedures/_files/ch-3/BP-3550-Drug-Free-Environment-Drug-Prevention-Program-11-11-20.pdf
The current version of this policy can be found here: https://www.taftcollege.edu/about/campus-leadership/board-of-trustees/policies-procedures/_files/ch-3/AP-3540-Sexual-and-Other-Assaults-on-Campus-8-25-22.pdf
The current version of this policy can be found here: https://www.taftcollege.edu/about/campus-leadership/board-of-trustees/policies-procedures/_files/ch-3/BP-3540-Sexual-and-Other-Assaults-on-Campus-8-10-22.pdf
The current version of this policy can be found here: https://www.taftcollege.edu/about/campus-leadership/board-of-trustees/policies-procedures/_files/ch-3/AP 3434 Responding to Harassment Based on Sex under Title IX 1-4-24.pdf
The policy linked reflects the currently published version. However, the Title IX Coordinator for students is currently Interim Vice Human Resources, Heather del Rosario ([email protected], (661) 763-7805).