Visitor Screening Policy/Access Control

(In this section create, update or insert your district policy regarding Visitor Screening.  Ideally, the individual who is updating this Guide could type, or “cut and paste” the district’s policy here, then delete the text below).

Visitor Screening Suggestions:
 

·        Outdoor and exit door signs to direct all visitors to the entrance they are to enter.

·        Building entrances/exits should be numbered and the visitor entrance should be
      labeled #1.

·        Utilize positive welcoming signs that clearly indicate where you want visitors to
      go (i.e. Office, reception area, etc.)

·        All exterior doors should be locked only allowing entrance through one
     designated entrance.

·        All visitors should pass through an office area that offers verbal and visual contact
      with staff.

·        All visitors sign-in and receive a sticker or other badge.

·        Designate staff to provide verbal face-to-face contact to inquire about the
      persons name, area or room to be visited, and nature of the visit.

·        If person is new to the school or unsure of the room location, a staff member may
      meet him/her or accompany him/her.

·        Visitors should return to sign out when leaving the school.

·        There should be no exceptions to the policy.

·        Involve and acquaint parents, parent-teacher organizations, etc. with the policy
      and the need to know who is in the building.

·        All teachers and staff should know the policy.

·        All staff should be expected to question people without a badge and ask them to
      check in with the office before proceeding to the intended room.