In an effort to reduce the potential for vehicle accidents, all University motor vehicles shall be kept in good operating condition and shall be equipped with appropriate safety equipment. Drivers and passengers must obey all traffic laws when operating or riding in University-owned vehicles and, in addition, are expected to follow the requirements outlined in this section. Good driving is based on practice and being alert at the wheel. Good drivers know that driving is a full time job. They give driving their full attention.
Good drivers drive defensively, scanning the road ahead as well as objects to the side and rear.
Good drivers know, understand and respect the rules. Good drivers keep their vehicle in safe operating condition. Good drivers do not drive when they are ill, upset or angry. Back to Index Driver Requirerments Persons other than State employees are not permitted to operate State-owned vehicles assigned to the University unless authorized by the President or his designee, and then only for official State business. All drivers of University vehicles must have a valid driver's license.