Some buildings also have common area kitchens. In order to protect the health and safety of residence hall students, the staff in each of the buildings schedules monthly inspections. Staff members check each room to see that residents are following regulations related to safety, cleanliness, etc. If violations of health and safety regulations are found, residents are asked to correct the situation or face possible disciplinary sanctions. The Office of Health and Safety conducts a monthly pest control inspection in all buildings.
Housing makes every attempt to follow proper fire safety guidelines.
Each residence hall room is equipped with a smoke detector. All residents are informed at the beginning of each semester of the fire evacuation plan for their living area and those plans are posted throughout the year. Fire drills are planned periodically in each building to check evacuation procedures and equipment. Miniblinds are provided in all buildings. Housekeepers are only responsible for cleaning hallways, community bathrooms and other common areas.