Physical Access Management and Control

Your safety is our top priority, including providing safe and secure physical environments. The Physical Access Shared Services group ensures, through enterprise-wide collaboration, that all departments, faculty, staff and administrators are compliant with the Physical Access Management and Control Policy and follow best practices to ensure the security of its physical spaces and access to university assets.

Physical Access Management and Control Policy

Effective April 27, 2021, Ohio State adopted the Physical Access Management and Control policy that establishes comprehensive and coordinated management of physical access across the university enterprise.

Delegate Administrative Areas

Delegate Administrative Areas are responsible for oversight of approved physical access control systems in their areas and for ensuring that operational and administrative protocols are met. Questions regarding access to university spaces should begin by contacting the appropriate delegate administrative area:

For additional information or questions about this program, please contact Brett Garrett at 614-292-1349.

Forms and Resources

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