Magnetometer (Metal Detector) Use
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Dickinson College values the safety of all students, faculty, staff and guests of the campus. Towards that end, the college reserves the right to employ a magnetometer (metal detector) at campus events.
Metal detectors may be used if any of the following criteria are met:
Dickinson College values the safety of all students, faculty, staff and guests of the campus. Towards that end, the college reserves the right to employ a magnetometer (metal detector) at campus events.
Metal detectors may be used if any of the following criteria are met:
- At dances, parties and concerts, when these events are:
- When deemed necessary by the Chief of Public Safety, or other appropriate college administrators.
The following information should be provided to all individuals purchasing tickets for events in which a metal detector will be used:
All guests at this event are subject to search, including screening with a metal detector before being admitted. By seeking admission to this event, you are consenting to such a search.
The following should be posted at the entrances to events subject to the policy:
All guests at this event are subject to search, including screening with a metal detector, before being admitted.