Recommendations for change will be forwarded through administrative channels to the Vice President for Operations. The goal of this OP is to maintain security and safety standards within building equipment rooms and tunnel systems. It is the responsibility of all supervisors and administrative heads to implement and maintain the policies and procedures outlined in this document to control unauthorized access to these highly dangerous areas. Security and safety must be an integral part of all programs at Texas Tech University. Texas Tech University will endeavor to comply with the intent of appropriate federal and state legislation, including the National Fire Protection Codes, Industrial Security Regulations, Life Safety Code, and other federal and state laws which relate to the University Safety and Security Programs.
Security is essential for safety and for the security of the entire building.
Authorized personnel are defined as Physical Plant, Texas Tech Police Department, and Housing Maintenance employees required to perform operational checks and maintenance on mechanical room equipment. All other personnel will not be permitted into these areas unless accompanied by an authorized employee. All department personnel are fully aware that equipment rooms and tunnel systems are highly restricted and will not be used for storage of surplus property. These supervisors are responsible for instructing personnel under their direction to maintain security, maintenance of equipment, and safe housekeeping standards in all campus equipment rooms and tunnel systems. Employees and Students University employees, other than Physical Plant and Housing Maintenance personnel, and students are subject to all campus security and safety regulations.