University-Wide Statement

Johns Hopkins is fully committed to maintaining a safe campus environment. The possession or use of firearms, pellet weapons, knives, or other dangerous weapons, except under the supervision of authorized University or Hospital personnel, is strictly forbidden on University and Hospital premises.

Statement for Homewood Students

The possession or use of firearms and pellet weapons, except under the supervision of authorized University personnel, is strictly forbidden on University premises. Disciplinary action involving any student charged with violation of this rule is the sole responsibility of the Dean of Students and may result in the suspension or expulsion of the student.

Statement for the Peabody Institute

The possession or use of firearms and pellet weapons is strictly forbidden on Peabody Institute premises and may result in the suspension or expulsion of the student.

Statement for Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions

Policy

In order to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, students and staff, the carrying or use of any weapon on the premises of The Johns Hopkins Hospital is prohibited. THIS WEAPON PROHIBITION EXTENDS TO ALL PERSONS, EXCEPT AS NOTED, INCLUDING PERSONS WITH APPROVED STATE OF MARYLAND HANDGUN PERMITS. VIOLATION OF THIS POLICY WILL RESULT IN AN INVESTIGATION AND APPROPRIATE DISCIPLINARY ACTION TO INCLUDE TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Safety in the work environment is the responsibility of every employee. Any incident involving a patient, visitor, student or staff member in possession of a weapon, as defined by this policy, should be reported to the Security Communications Center at 410-955-5585.

Definition: A weapon is anything readily capable of lethal use and possessed under circumstances not appropriate for lawful activity. The Annotated Code of Maryland defines a weapon as: firearms, knives, clubs, metal knuckles, razors or any object that is used to threaten, menace or injure. The policy of The Johns Hopkins Hospital also prohibits the possession of any ammunition for firearms.

Policy Exceptions:

1. Sworn officers of public law enforcement agencies.

2. Correctional officers.

3. Chief, Corporate Security Services and Directors of Security for JHMI provided all State of Maryland requirements are in adherence.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ARE HANDGUNS PERMITTED WITHIN PSYCHIATRIC TREATMENT AREAS (EXCEPT IN THE CASE OF POLICY EMERGENCIES) WITHOUT THE APPROVAL OF THE CHIEF, CORPORATE SECURITY SERVICES IN CONSULTATION WITH THE CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO), ATTENDING PSYCHIATRIST, AND THE CLINICAL DIRECTOR OR HIS/HER DESIGNEE.

References:

Annotated Code of Maryland, Article 27 Section 36.

Johns Hopkins Hospital Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual Section 28 - Discipline.

Responsibilities:

Employee	Report all incidents where it is believed that a weapon has been brought onto the property of JHH.
Security Communications Center Personnel	Advise the Security Operations Manager/Supervisor of the incident and dispatch an off-duty Baltimore City Police Office to the location to conduct a preliminary investigation.
Security Operations Manager/Supervisor	Respond to the location of an armed person to coordinate the response and investigation. Ensure appropriate notification and reporting is completed. Secure legally possessed weapons in the Security Operations Center Property Room.
Chief, Corporate Security Services	Coordinate and ensure that an investigation of all incidents in violation of JHH Weapons Policy is completed.
Department Management	Review the investigation of the incident provided by the Office of Corporate Security services and take the necessary appropriate disciplinary action against any employee after consultation with the Director, Employee/Labor Relations.
Director, Employee/Labor Relations	Responsible for the fair and consistent administration of disciplinary policy when appropriate.

Chief, Corporate Security Services

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