Health and Safety Regulations

Inspections of rooms/suites will be conducted throughout the academic year and may occur at any time to ensure that the living space is healthy and comfortable.

1. Any personal property stored in a student room or suite must not interfere with the health and safety of the residents and must not damage University property.
2. Residents may not keep excessive trash in their rooms, suites, or common areas.
3. All items drawing on electrical current must meet the federal, state, and University safety regulations.
4. Surge protectors should be used with items that require a large amount of electricity (i.e., televisions, refrigerators, and computers, etc.).
5. Extension cords may not be taped, tacked or stapled to any surface.
6. The following appliances are permissible in the residence halls, with the stipulation that they have an automatic shut-off feature:
   • Coffee pots and single cup coffee systems
   • Pop Up toasters
   • Closed-element popcorn poppers
   • Hot pot and rice cookers
   • Foreman Grills and Panini Presses
   • Irons
7. No bicycles allowed in the residence halls
8. Windows must remain free and clear of obstructions to allow fire safety personnel easy access in the event of an emergency.
9. E-mobility devices must be parked and charged outside of all University buildings. The charging of lithium ion batteries that support e-mobility devices is strictly prohibited.

10. Prohibited Outside Furniture and Equipment
    To maintain a safe, and clean-living environment, students are not permitted to bring outside furniture into their room space. Students may only use the university-issued furniture. This restriction is in place to ensure compliance with fire safety codes and prevent damage to university property.

    Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:

    1. Couches, beanbags, futons, or upholstered chairs not provided by the university.
    2. Beds, mattresses, or bed frames outside of what is provided in the room.
    3. Exercise equipment such as treadmills, stationary bikes, free standing training towers, weight benches, or large free weights.
    4. Large storage units, shelving, or oversized desks.
    5. This restriction does not apply to small, personal storage solutions such as under the bed boxes, plastic drawers, and bathroom organizers.
    6. Any unauthorized furniture or equipment in a student's housing assignment must be removed by the deadline set by the building administrator or the Office of Residence Life. Failure to comply may result in fines.
11. If students require specific accommodation due to medical or accessibility needs, they must submit a request through the Office of Accessibility Services. 

Residence Life staff members will look for the following during an inspection:

• Prohibited items
• Cleanliness/healthy living environment
• Safety violations

If a room/suite fails a health and safety inspection and the violation does not pose an immediate threat, the room/suite will be warned and reinspected within 48 hours. Failure to pass a second inspection may result in a referral to the conduct process and/or a fine.