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CHAPTER I

INTRODUCTION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

I want to conduct this study it because the general legal principles that concern to safety

in school. School safety is best described by what a safe school, regarding the schools physical

environment that is conducive to education and has security of property will cared for facilities.

The safety of school campus and building into the other materials of classrooms ensuring

that all property are safe, studies indicates a general rule that as school neighbourhoods become

more violent, school are also directly or indirectly affected. Various of safety awareness and

security personnel. A security guard or security officer is hired to protect the employing party’s

(property, people equipment, money etc.) from a variety of hazards (such a waste damaged

property, unsafe worker behaviour, criminal activity such as theft by using preventative

measures. They do this by maintaining a high visibility presence to deter illegal and

inappropriate actions.
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STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

This Study aims to determine the implementation of security personnel and school safety

in Western Philippine University Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan.

1. What is the demographic profile of the respondent in terms of students?

a.) Age

b.) Sex

c.) Civil Status

2. Is there a significant difference between the demographic profiles of the respondent in school

safety procedures implemented, by security personnel in Western Philippines University

External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan ? Compared to other campus?

SIGNIFICANT OF THE STUDY

This study will aim to improve and systematically plan the safety of all students inside

the campus. This study will determined the implementation of school safety procedures of

security personnel in Western Philippines University Quezon Campus.

To the community the result of this study may serve as there guidelines and warning that

they should respect the rules and laws of school to prevent misunderstanding between the school

administration and the community entering in the school Vicinity To the local government of

Poblacion Quezon Palawan and This study will help them create an ordinance for students’

safety through police visibility near the campus to respond to any emergency.

To the Western Philippines University school administration this study will give them

information for them to improve and develop more competent security system and their student
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and researchers this study will help them to elaborate the weakest point of school security system

in order to strengthen and improve it.

For the future researcher, this study will give them basic and information of continuing

similar kind of researcher in the future.

SCOPE AND LIMITATION OF THE STUDY

This study was conducted at Western Philippine University Quezon Campus. It focused

on the implementation of school safety procedure of security personnel in Western Philippine

University Quezon Campus with the total respondents of 100 The researchers were personally

distributing the survey questionnaire to their respondents. This was conducted from November

20, 2017 to November 22, 2017.

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CHAPTER II

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

This chapter presents the related literature that was carefully searched by the researcher

to gain information about Implementation of School Safety Procedures of Security Personnel in

Western Philippine University Quezon external Campus and to obtain important details

necessary for this study.

There have also been specific studies on this topic related to urban and transportation

geography. Most of the literature relevant to this topic is in the form of scholarly studies, which

include both quantitative and qualitative data. Other relevant literature for this topic includes

campus crime statistics and related news articles. The main themes evident among the literature

include: Safety implementation of security personnel relating to physical structures (including

lighting, building and landscaping), perceptions of safety relating to specific types of incidents

(including sexual assaults, harassment, physical violence and abuse, theft), precautions taken by

students relating to safety, and issues with campus security services and administration.

Speaking to implementation of school safety procedures of security personnel relating to

physical structures, according to Fletcher and Bryden (2007) cite lighting and signage on

campus, and the availability of emergency phones as the top three physical safety features of

concern are invariably related to one another, it is important to consider both the campus

physical and social environment when studying campus safety.

Currie (1994) explain that target hardening strategies, which reduce opportunities for

crimes to occur, such as better lighting, become the primary means of alleviating concerns if

only the physical environment of a campus is considered. Pain (2000, 370) even argues that the
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social environment operating within particular spaces is more important to perceptions of safety

and fear of crime than the physical environment. In any case, it is necessary to consider both the

social and physical environment of a campus in order to completely address concerns for campus

safety. Many studies report that most students, especially women, take some type of safety

precaution to protect themselves in campus. These include avoidance strategies (not walking at

night other students, carrying an object which could be used as a weapon or carrying a weapon

(Currie 1994, 33), also found that men and women use safety precautions differently. Men are

much more likely to carry a weapon than women while woman are much more likely to use

avoidance strategies, Overall, men were much more likely than woman to use no safety

precautions at all.

Bohmer and Parrot (1993), delve deeper into the issue of why victims of sexual assault on

school campuses rarely report incidents to the authorities. These victims often believe that they

are at fault, either because alcohol was involved of because they voluntarily went out with the

perpetrator. Other victims do not report sexual assaults because they believe that the school does

not take these incidents seriously, or are handle such incidents.

According to Enrico L. de Guzman (2013) mentioned that the recent stabbing and shooting

incidents, including hazing and bullying, that occurred inside school premises in different parts

of the country have put the spot on security campus. Likewise, the resurgence of illegal drugs has

not spared schools. These alarming events have pushed school to submit their security system

under a deeper and thorough scrutiny to avoid criticism from public and private stakeholders. He

had the chance to deliver talks on school security in some campuses, most of these with the

primary, secondary and college department. He found out that these department share common

security problems. The most prevalent incidents are student fights, hazing vandalism,
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absenteeism and theft. He assumed that drug-related cases are also among the problems but some

schools refuse to report or admit it. Hazing was also mentioned but this usually occur outside the

campus schools are very much different from other public institutions in terms of control.

Management over the campus environment is mainly placed on the shoulders of the school

administrators. School administrators dictate the access policies to the campus. They formulated

and schedule classes and have the power to require all the students to be present during school

hours. The school administrators also dictate the level of supervision over the campuses as they

have the authority to implement or to establish strict rules of conduct behaviour. They can also

implement policies such as a bag inspection, locker searches and the use of metal detectors, if

necessary. At a more practical level, school security is negatively affected when administrators

are inconsistent in enforcing school rules and regulation. For example, when the bell rings for the

first period in the morning, students and teachers are required to be inside the classroom for their

lessons. It becomes easy for the school to determine the non-students. If a student opts to be

absent or performs any action in violation of existing school policy on conduct and behavior, the

school must apply the prescribed penalty, with respect to the principle of justice, fairness and

respect for the rights of all other students. Students especially in the primary and secondary

levels deal with their own problems such as depression. Some are mischievous and commit

violent act. It is a common observation that when children enter their teens, they become more

hyperactive or more aggressive. Some teachers are afraid of these students. Administrators and

teachers need to be patient and generous to understand such students. In addition to these

problems, some schools lack of budget to deal with such problem.

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Conceptual Framework

The variables in this study and their relationship are illustrated in Figure 1. As shown, the

demographic-profile of the respondents as to age, sex, civil status,

While, the dependent variable is the school safety procedures implemented by Security

personnel in Western Philippine University Quezon campus.

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Research Paradigm

Independent Variable Dependent Variable

Demographic profile of the

Respondents:
Implementation of Security
Students: Personnel and School Safety (at
a.) Age; western Philippine university
b.) Sex; Quezon external campus
c.) Civil Status; Poblacion Quezon Palawan)

Figure 1. Research Paradigm showing the variables of the study.

Definition of Terms

The following terms were defined operationally for the purpose of clarity and

understanding of the study.

Age- It refers to the length of time the respondent live

Sex-It refers to the gender of the respondent

Civil Status- It refers to the current civil affiliation of the respondents.

Demographic Profile of the Respondent- it refers to the Age, Sex, and Civil Status of

the respondents.

Implementation- It refers to the way how the rule is being carried out in Western

Philippine University.

Respondents- It refers to persons who respond and answer to the questionnaire given.

WPU - It refers to the Western Philippine University Quezon Campus a place where we

got all our respondents,

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Security- It refers to the one who is in charge for the safety and protection of everyone in

Western Philippine University Quezon Campus.

Student- It refers to pupil or a learner, or someone who is officially enrolled and

attends classes and participates the rules and regulation of Western Philippine University Quezon

Campus.

School Safety- It refer to the security of the respondent

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CHAPTER III

METHODOLOGY

This chapter presents the locale of the study, research design, research instrumentation,

data collection procedures and treatment of data.

Locale of the Study

The Western Philippine University quezon campus ,it is currently located

from.Baranggay Alfonso xiii Quezon Palawan.

History of WPU

The Western Philippines University is a state higher education institution located

in Aborlan, Palawan. The University began as the Aborlan Farm Settlement School for the

Tagbanuas (an indigenous cultural community of Palawan) in 1910. It became the Aborlan

Agricultural High School in 1928 and then Palawan Regional Agricultural School in 1960. It was

renamed Palawan National School in 1962 and became the Palawan National Agricultural

College in 1963. Its name was again changed to State Polytechnic College of Palawan in 1995 by

virtue of RA 8012, and in 2004, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed RA 9260 converting

it to Western Philippines University.

Mission of WPU

Western Philippines University commits to develop quality human resource and green

technologies for a dynamic economy and sustainable development through relevant instruction,

research and extension services.

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Vision of WPU 2020

Western Philippines University: the leading knowledge center for sustainable

development of West Philippines and beyond.

BARANGAY ALFONSO XIII MUNICIPALITY OF QUEZON OF PALAWAN

Figure2. Map showing the locale of the study

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Research Design

This study employed descriptive-survey design in the sense that the researchers were

interested to know the Implementation of school procedures of security personnel in Western

Philippine University Quezon Campus of in terms of general information, regarding on the

safeness of the Students within School Premises.

Respondent of the Study

The respondents of the study are selected students from Western Philippine University

Quezon Campus enrolled in this 2nd semester.

Sampling Procedure

To get a reliable sample that would aid the validity of the result of study, the researcher

used these sampling techniques. These are the convenient purposive sampling techniques.

Purposive sampling was used to determine on which they are chosen to desired

information, and convenient was further apply for the availability of the respondents.

Instrumentation

The key tool of the study is the questionnaire being prepared by the researcher. In

administering the questionnaire, the researchers assist the respondent for them to better

understand and answer it correctly. Individual interviews and researchers observation is done as

supporting details for the study.

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Data Collection Procedure

The researchers presented a letter to the Dean of College of Criminal Justice Education

with the recommendation from their thesis adviser and Chairman of the Department of

Criminology asking permission to formally conduct this study at Western Philippines University

Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan.

Treatment of Data

In analysing the nominal data of the respondents with the computer, the researcher used

the following codes:

SEX;

Male-M

Female-F

Furthermore, the mean, frequency counts and percentage will be used to assess the

answers of the selected respondents.

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Procedure for Data Analysis

The researchers used different statistical tools to evaluate and interpret the data

.Frequency counts, percentage, mean and P-test were used to analyze the demographic profile of

the respondents

To determine the level of implementation of school safety procedure, likes scale was

applied as follows:

Scale Descriptive Rating Intervals

5 Always Implemented 4.51-5.00

4 Often Implemented 3.51-4.50

3 Implemented 2.51-3.50

2 Poorly Implemented 1.51-2.50

1 Not Implemented 1.00-1.50

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CHAPTER IV
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

This chapter presents the finding, analysis and interpretation of data with regards

with the Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety in Western Philippine

University Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan.

Demographic profile of the Respondents

Table 1 shows the demographic profile of the respondents in terms of age, sex, civil

status.

In terms of age, majority of the respondents 86 (86%) belongs to the age bracket of 16-20

years old, 14 (14%) are within the 21-25 years old.

As to their sex, most of the respondents are male 29 (29%), 71 (71%) are female.

In terms of civil status, all the respondents are single 100 (100%)

Table 1. Demographic Profile of the Respondents

Respondents Frequency(n=100) Percentage

Age
16-20 86 86
21-25 14 14

Sex
Male 29 29
Female 71 71
Table 1. continued
Civil Status
Single 100 100
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Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety in Western Philippine

University Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan

Table 2 present the Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety in Western

Philippine University Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan, that all statement

rated with an overall rating of 3.6, describes as Implemented; Check the wearing of school ID,

These results imply that the Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety are

implemented by the Security Personnel.

Table 2. Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety in Western

Philippine University Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan

Security guard in Western Philippines Mean Rating Descriptive

University – Quezon External (n=100) Interpretation
Campus.

1. Check the wearing of school ID 5 Always implemented

2. Allowed the students in entering school

Campus with proper uniform, 5 Always implemented

School Campus 3.16 Often Implemented

Implements No Helmet, No Entry Policy. 2.14 Implemented

2.61 Implemented
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Overall Mean 3.6 Implemented

Legend:

4.51 – 5.00 Always implemented

3.51 – 4.50 Often implemented

2.51 – 3.50 Implemented

1.51 – 2.50 Poorly implemented

1.00 – 1.50 Not implemented

Table 2.1. Observation of the respondent in implementing school safety.

Table 2 present the Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety in Western

Philippine University Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan, that all statement

rated with an overall rating of 4.0, describes as Often Implemented; Guard always check the bag

hObservation of the respondent in Mean Rating Descriptive

eimplementing school safety. (n=100) Interpretation

s1. Guard always check the bag of the

tstudents or visitor when entering the school. 2.08 Poorly implemented

u2. Patrolling to the area which prone to

dthe accident. 3.3 Implemented

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and the name of the visitor. 4.4 Often Implemented

The guard always makes a warning to the

Student who does not follow school rules,

Before make proper action. 4.5 Often implemented

The guard is equal to all students which Regard

in allowing students to enter the campus

with complete uniform. 5.0 Always Implemented

Overall Mean 4.0 Often Implemented

Legend:

4.51 – 5.00 Always implemented

3.51 – 4.50 Often implemented

2.51 – 3.50 Implemented

1.51 – 2.50 Poorly implemented

1.00 – 1.50 Not implemented

Table 2.2. Effectiveness of school Safety Procedure

Table 2 present the Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety in Western

Philippine University Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan, that all statement

e
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, The guard do not permit any motorist to Enter the school campus without school gate pass, All

kinds of vehicle have designating Parking Lots to avoid overcrowding of

These results imply that the Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety are always

implemented by the Security Personnel.

Effectiveness of school safety Mean Rating Descriptive

procedure. (n=100) Interpretation

Of calamity, like earthquakes. 3.0 Implemented

3.0 Implemented

The guard do not permit any motorist to

Enter the school campus without

school gate pass. 3.0 Implemented

All kinds of vehicle have designating

Parking Lots to avoid overcrowding of

spaces and areas. 2.5 Poor implemented

3.1 Implemented
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Overall Mean 2.9 Implemented

Legend:

4.51 – 5.00 Always implemented

3.51 – 4.50 Often implemented

2.51 – 3.50 Implemented

1.51 – 2.50 Poorly implemented

1.00 – 1.50 Not implemented

CHAPTER V

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

This chapter presents the summary, conclusions and recommendations based on the

findings of the study.

Summary
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This study was conducted to Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety in

Western Philippine University Quezon External Campus Poblacion Quezon Palawan. This Study

employed descriptive-survey research design to determine the Implementation of Security

Personnel and School Safety.

In terms of age, majority of the respondents 86 (86%) belongs to the age bracket of 15-20

years old, 71(71%) female, 100 (100%) single.

In terms of the Implementation of Security Personnel and School Safety of the

respondents, data revealed that majority of the respondents are implemented in term Security

Guard, majority of the respondent are Often implemented in terms of Observation of the

respondent in implementing school safety, and majority of the respondent are Implemented in

term of effectiveness of school safety procedure.

Conclusion

Based on the findings of the study, the researcher therefore made the following

conclusions.

1. Majority of the respondents 86 (86%) belongs to the age bracket of 15-20 years old.

2. The respondents are implemented in term security guard, majority of the respondent are

often implemented in term of observation of the respondent in implementing school

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safety, and majority of the respondent are implemented in term of effectiveness of school

safety procedures.

Recommendations

After careful study analysis of the findings in this study, the following suggestion and

recommendations are drawn for consideration.

1. All student of Western Philippine University Quezon Campus should follow the rules and

regulation.

2. All college students should knowledge about school safety.

3. All security personnel must implement all rules and regulation strictly.

4. Teacher should always be reminding the student to give value and to maintain the good

university image.

5. Student must apply the good behavior not only in school but also in outside to become a

good example to other student.

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JON S. CORZINE (2013)

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APPENDICE

Republic of the Philippines

WESTERN PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITY
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY
STA. MONICA PUERTO PRINCESA CITY
College of Criminal Justice Education

Survey Questionnaire
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Dear Respondent,

I ,I’m 4th year BS Criminology Student of Western Philippines University-Puerto Princesa

Campus and we are conducting a research study entitled “IMPLEMENTATION OF
SECURITY PERSONNEL AND SCHOOL SAFETY” OF SELECTED COLLEGE AT
WESTERN PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITY QUEZON EXTERNAL CAMPUS”. We would
like to request your cooperation by answering our instrument. We will appreciate it if you could
give some of your time for us.

Thank you so much and God bless!

Sincerely yours,

The researchers

SURVEY QUESTIONER

Instruction: Please read the following statement carefully before answering and please do not
leave unanswered statement. Rest assured that all information’s answer obtained from the
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Security Guard in Western Philippines 5 4 3 2 1

University- Quezon External Campus
1.) Check the wearing of school ID.
2.) Allowed the students in entering school
Campus with proper uniform.
3.) Inform motorist when entering
School Campus.
4.) Implements No Helmet, No Entry
Policy.
5.) Inform motorist about the speed limits
required.

Observation of the respondent in

implementing school safety
1.) Guard always check the bag of the
students Or visitor when entering the
school.
2.) Patrolling to the area which prone to
The accident.
3.)Use of log-book to record the following
Information that needed to identify the
purpose
And the name of the visitor.
4.) The guard always makes a warning to
the Student who does not follow school
rules, Before make proper action.
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5.) The guard is equal to all students

which Regard in allowing students to
enter the campus with complete uniform.

Effectiveness of school Safety Procedure

1.) Conducting seminar and training for
the Student and teacher in preparation in
case
Of calamity, like earthquakes.
2.) Conducting seminar and training for
the Student and teacher in preparation in
case
Of calamity, like earthquakes.

3.) The guard do not permit any motorist

to Enter the school campus without school
gate pass.

4.) All kinds of vehicle have designating

parking Lots to avoid overcrowding of
spaces and areas.

5.)Do not allow visitor entering school

campus Without justifying their purpose
and proper
Identification.
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PERSONAL DATA
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CURICULUM VITAE

Personal Data

Name: liezel Batulan

Nickname: zhel

Address: Base Punta Baha Rizal Palawan

Civil Status: Single

Age: 20 years old

Sex: Female

Date of birth: October, 4 1997

Place of birth: Brgy. Maasin Quezon Palawan

Religion: Roman Catholic

Father: Jhony Batulan

Mother: Anna Batulan

Citizenship: Filipino

Email Address: Liezelcortez@yahoo.com

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Level Name of School Year Graduation

Tertiary Western Philippines University 2017-2018

Degree Bachelor of Science in Criminology 2017-2018

Secondary Jose P. Rizal National High School 2013-2014

Elementary Quezon Central School 2009-2010

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