What documentation must institutions keep related to campus safety and security?

The correct answer is that institutions must keep documentation of all campus security policies and procedures. This requirement is in line with the Clery Act, which mandates that colleges and universities maintain and disclose information about campus safety and security policies. This documentation is crucial for ensuring transparency regarding how the institution handles safety on campus, including policies related to crime reporting, emergency response, and sexual violence prevention.

By having a comprehensive set of documented policies and procedures, institutions not only comply with federal regulations but also provide students and staff with clear guidelines that enhance campus safety. This information is typically included in the Annual Security Report (ASR), which is shared with the campus community and available to prospective students.

Other options do not fulfill the broader requirements set forth by the Clery Act. For example, focusing solely on incident reports for sexual assault would not cover the comprehensive policies and procedures needed for overall campus safety. Similarly, maintaining records specific to safety equipment or claiming that no documentation is necessary overlooks the imperative for transparency and accountability in campus security practices.