Know the Code – Standard 7

Provide a safe environment

UA community members have a shared responsibility to ensure a safe, secure, and healthy environment for all UA students, faculty, staff, volunteers, and visitors.

    UA Community members are expected to:

    • Promote personal safety and follow safe workplace practices, including participating in applicable education sessions, using appropriate personal safety equipment, and reporting accidents, injuries, and unsafe situations;
    • Promote and protect human health in those areas for which they are responsible;
    • Maintain security, including securing University assets;
    • Maintain a professional work and educational environment;
    • Report suspicious activities or wrongdoing to the appropriate authorities; and
    • Protect the environment, including carefully handling hazardous waste and other potentially harmful agents, materials, or conditions.

    Examples of Prohibited Conduct

    • Harassing or threatening a co-worker or student.
    • Failure to wear appropriate personal protective equipment and/or observe safety protocols when working in an environment with potentially dangerous chemicals or machinery.
    • Propping open doors that require badge access.
    • Hosting events without following protocols to ensure that appropriate security can be maintained and that safety standards can be met.