Checklist: Reducing Access to the Lethal Means of Suicide

Mental health issues continue to affect college and university students personally and academically. The issue still concern​s​ and impact​s​ educational institutions as well, and a student suicide impacts the entire campus community. ​     ​ 

Use this checklist to assess your institution’s efforts to reduce access to lethal means of suicide. The checklist offers guidance on: 

• Your institution’s policies and training efforts​     ​
• Coordination and communication between departments to assess high-risk campus locations​     ​
• The specific risks of certain campus locations, including parking garages, labs, and rooftops​     ​