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Policy 303.1
Policy 106.2
== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==


=== Occupational Safety & Health Office ===
== Scope ==
1.1.1 Federal and State Legislation - As a result of the Congressional "Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970," the North Carolina General Assembly enacted legislation on May 1, 1973 entitled "Occupational Safety and Health Act of North Carolina" (OSHANC). The North Carolina Department of Labor, OSHA Division, administers the requirements of these statutes, and compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards is mandatory under both Federal and State statutory requirements.
2.1 This policy applies to all faculty, staff, students, as well as visitors to campus or non-campus property.
 
== Definitions  ==
 


1.1.2 As chief administrative officer, the Chancellor has responsibility for the Occupational Safety and Health program at Appalachian State University. By the Chancellor's directive of March 4, 1974, a Safety Officer was appointed to administer that program.
=== Tailgating ===
:Tailgating is defined as parking in a designated location/area and/or setting up non-permanent facilities (such as tents and tables) to consume food and non-alcoholic beverages prior to an officially sanctioned University event to which the public is invited and the event has been approved for tailgating by the event host. If the Chancellor or his designee pre-approves the consumption of alcohol for a specific tailgating event, only malt beverages and unfortified wine may be consumed by individuals twenty-one (21) years of age or older.


=== Function ===
== Policy and Procedure Statements  ==
1.2.1 The University Occupational Safety & Health Office is a part of the general administrative organization of Appalachian State University. The Safety Director reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Administration, Office of Finance and Operations. The Safety Director functions independently of any school or department and is responsible for the conduct of an effective safety program for the University. The Occupational Safety & Health Office is located in the Finance and Operations Annex Building on State Farm Road, telephone number is 262-4007.


=== Responsibilities ===
=== Conduct ===
1.3.1 The Safety Director is authorized to require adherence to all Federal, State, and University safety regulations. In addition, the Safety Director is authorized to carry out the following responsibilities:
#Make inspections and investigate alleged violations. (For safety inspection and compliance procedures, see Safety, Procedure Statement 1.
#Order cessation or modification of any actions or conditions which are considered unsafe.
#Make timely reports of such violations to appropriate administrators or other employees.
#Access all University areas and buildings at any time as needed.
#Investigate all accidents, injuries and fatalities occurring on University property.
#Maintain records of observations, inspections, and investigations of accidents, injuries and fatalities.
#Serve as a source of information to University employees in matters relating to safety.
#Provide effective safety instruction and transmit safety information to the University employees.
#Submit periodic reports as required to the North Carolina Department of Labor, North Carolina Office of State Personnel, North Carolina Department of Insurance and other state regulatory agencies.


== Scope ==
4.1.1 Individuals attending events at Appalachian State University are expected to conduct themselves in a manner respectful of the nature and character of the university.  Persons acting in a disruptive, disrespectful or disorderly manner may be asked to leave the premises or be subject to citation. Students may also be charged with a violation of the Code of Student Conduct.
2.1 This procedure is established to provide a mechanism for the discipline of employees who repeatedly violate safety and health policies and procedures.
 
4.1.2 Appalachian State University does not sanction the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by underage persons; nor does it sanction the violation of federal, State or local laws. 
 
=== Tailgating Areas/Times ===
 
4.2.1 Tailgating will be permitted in the following areas or those parking lots adjacent to the facilities listed below unless otherwise stipulated by the University Administration:
*Broyhill Music Building Lot
*Champions Lot
*Chemistry and Physics (CAP) Lot
*Duck Pond Field
*Durham Park
*Edwin Duncan Hall Lot
*Greenwood Lot
*Holmes Center Lot
*John Thomas Hall Lot
*Justice/Coltrane Hall Lot
*Katharine Harper Hall Lot
*Legends Lot
*Library Parking Deck
*Raley Lot
*Rivers Street Parking Deck
*South Lot
*Stadium Lot
*Student Recreation Center Lot
*The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts Lot
*University Drive Parking Spaces
 
4.2.2 The above designated areas are the only locations approved for tailgating with alcohol.  Consumption of alcohol outside designated areas and/or time periods constitutes a violation of Appalachian State University tailgating policy.  Violators are subject to prosecution under the Appalachian State University Code of Student Conduct, the ordinances of the Town of Boone, and the laws of the State of North Carolina.
 
4.2.3 Alcohol consumption will not be permitted in any area including tailgate sites during or after the event.
 
4.2.4 Tailgating is limited to the space directly behind your parked vehicle.  Roadways cannot be blocked for any reason and more than one parking spot cannot be used.
 
4.2.5 Motor homes must receive prior approval from the Parking & Traffic Office to park in campus parking lots the night before an event.
 
4.2.6 Tailgating sites will not open on weekends prior to 9:00 A.M. and on weekdays before 5:00 P.M. unless otherwise announced.
 
4.2.7 Tailgating will not be permitted during the event, but maybe be allowed for one hour after an event.
 
4.2.8 Organizations that receive approval for tailgating are responsible for ensuring adequate public restroom facilities are available for tailgaters.  If university buildings are closed the sponsoring organization will need to provide port-a-johns.
 
=== Consumption of Alcohol ===
 
4.3.1 Consistent with North Carolina State Law, only malt beverages and unfortified wine may be possessed or consumed. Spirituous liquor (including mixed drinks) is NOT permitted.
 
4.3.2 Kegs and other common containers are not allowed at any time.


2.2 Safety and health policies and procedures are established and enforced to protect employees from injury and illness as well as to provide a safe and healthful place of employment.
4.3.3 Glass containers are not allowed.  


2.3 ALL University employees, SHRA, EHRA Faculty and EHRA Non-Faculty, are required, as a condition of their employment, to abide by all University safety and health policies and to follow all health and safety procedures. Violations of health and safety policies and procedures are considered to be serious violations of University policies.
4.3.4 Drinking games, including but not limited to, beer pong, and the use of devices intended to accelerate the consumption of alcohol, including, but not limited to funnels or beer bongs, are prohibited.


2.4 Adherence to safety and health policies and procedures is enforced in a consistent manner according to the personnel policies in effect for the particular employee. Disciplinary procedures for SHRA employees are located in the ASU Resource Manual , the Staff Handbook and the State of North Carolina Personnel Manual . Disciplinary procedures for EHRA Non-Faculty employees are located in the Handbook for EHRA Administrative Personnel . Disciplinary procedures for EHRA Faculty employees are located in the Faculty Handbook .
4.3.5 Any participant who consumes alcoholic beverages at such events must be able to produce a valid driver’s license or other photo ID that reflects the person’s age upon request.  


== Definitions  ==
4.3.6 Consumption of alcoholic beverages on any other part of the campus or on public sidewalks and streets that run through or are adjacent to the campus is prohibited.


=== Occupational Health and Safety ===
4.3.7 Consumption of alcoholic beverages may begin no more than 3 ½ hours  before the starting time of the event. Consumption of alcoholic beverages after commencement of the event is prohibited.
: Is a cross-disciplinary area concerned with protecting the safety, health and welfare of people engaged in work or employment. The goal of all occupational health and safety programs is to foster a safe working environment.


== Policy and Procedure Statements  ==
=== Consumption and Preparation of Food ===


=== First Aid ===
4.4.1 No food may be sold without proper University permit (either Food Services and/or Athletics).


4.1.1 Every University building in which ten or more persons are housed or employed may have a first aid kit readily available, equipped and maintained with designated emergency supplies (example: band-aids, antiseptics, gauze pads). As a minimum, kits should be located in the administrative offices in campus buildings. All employees and other occupants should be aware of the kit locations and availablility of first aid supplies for injuries not requiring medical treatment.  
4.4.2 Propane and charcoal grills are the only permissible sources of heat for cooking. Burned coals and/or residue from cooking may not be permitted to make contact with the paved surface of the parking lot. Hot coals must be completely extinguished with water prior to leaving the tailgating site.


4.1.2 Employees who are injured on the job should report to [https://www.fastmed.com/urgent-care-centers/boone-nc-walk-in-clinic/ FastMed Urgent Care] for treatment of non-life threatening injuries/illnesses. When FastMed Urgent Care is closed or in the event of a life threatening situation, the Watauga Medical Center Emergency Room is to be used.  Contact the Environmental, Health, Safety and Emergency Management Department at 262-4008 for a list of designated emergency first aid supplies.
4.4.3 Open flame fires, including fire pits, are prohibited.


4.1.3 If a job-related injury or illness necessitates transportation to FastMed Urgent Care or the [https://apprhs.org/emergency-urgent-care/ Watauga Medical Center Emergency Room], contact University Police at 262-8000 or [https://www.wataugamedics.net/ Watauga Medics] at 9-911 to arrange for transportation.
=== Trash ===


=== Student Health Services ===
4.5.1 All groups and individuals participating in tailgating are responsible for proper disposal of their trash and other debris such as charcoal. Recycling is strongly encouraged.


4.2.1 Student Health Services, located in the Miles Annas Building, has a 3 bed capacity, and is staffed by a full-time staff of doctors and nurses. Services are primarily available to students since student fees support its operation.
4.5.2 Trash containers will be provided throughout campus.


=== Occupational Safety & Health Office ===
=== Solicitation ===


4.3.1 Questions or concerns relative to safety issues or Workers' Compensation should be reported to the Occupational Safety & Health Office at 262-4007. Questions or concerns relative to environmental issues should be reported to the Physical Plant at 262-3190.
4.6.1 No sales activities are allowed on the Appalachian State University campus, including any/all tailgating areas, without permission from the appropriate University office, i.e. Athletics and/or Center for Student Involvement and Leadership.  (See Facility Use Policy, Section 4.9 – Solicitation and Solicitors)


=== Publication of Safety Information ===
4.6.2 Only Appalachian State University Athletics or their designated representatives will be allowed to sell merchandise at athletic events.


4.4.1 Notices, announcements, and other matters relating to Occupational Safety & Health will be published in numbered Safety Bulletins, in numbered Business Affairs Memorandums, posted on the Safely & Workers' Compensation Web Page or distributed via E-Mail messages.
=== Structures ===


=== Organizational Chart ===
4.7.1 No permanent or semi-permanent structures may be constructed or placed for any activity on University grounds except by authority of the Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs or the Vice Chancellor for Student Development (Facility Use Policy, Section 5 – Use of University Grounds and Exterior Facilities, Resource Manual).


{| border="1"
=== Smoking Policy ===
!colspan="6"|Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs<br />Paul Forte
|-
!colspan="6"|Associate Vice Chancellor for Administration


|-
4.8.1 Smoking is not allowed inside any university facility including Kidd Brewer Stadium or within 50 ft. of any university building.
!colspan="6"|Safety Director<br />Jason Marshburn


|-
4.8.2 If smoking in a designated area, smoking residue must be placed in appropriate receptacles.
|Environmental Affairs Manager
Gregory Bell
|Occupational Health Manager & University Industrial Hygienist
Mary Cavanaugh
|Fire and Life Safety Manager
Beth S. Clark
|Occupational Safety Manager
Stephen J. Nixon
|Emergency Planner
Debi Trivette
|}


== Additional References ==
== Additional References ==
:[http://policy.appstate.edu/Possession_and_Use_of_Alcoholic_Beverages Possession and Use of Alcoholic Beverages (Policy 106.1)]
:[http://policy.appstate.edu/Events_Involving_Possession_or_Consumption_of_Alcoholic_Beverages_Procedural_Checklist Events Involving Possession and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages Procedural Checklist (Policy 106.2)]
:[http://policy.appstate.edu/Smoking_on_University_Property Smoking on University Property (Policy 303.25)]


== Authority ==
== Authority ==
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== Original Effective Date ==
== Effective Date ==
:July 16, 2009


== Revision Dates ==
== Revision Dates ==
 
:August 30, 2012
Revised July 1, 2008


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Revision as of 20:41, 29 April 2013

Policy 106.2

Introduction

Scope

2.1 This policy applies to all faculty, staff, students, as well as visitors to campus or non-campus property.

Definitions

Tailgating

Tailgating is defined as parking in a designated location/area and/or setting up non-permanent facilities (such as tents and tables) to consume food and non-alcoholic beverages prior to an officially sanctioned University event to which the public is invited and the event has been approved for tailgating by the event host. If the Chancellor or his designee pre-approves the consumption of alcohol for a specific tailgating event, only malt beverages and unfortified wine may be consumed by individuals twenty-one (21) years of age or older.

Policy and Procedure Statements

Conduct

4.1.1 Individuals attending events at Appalachian State University are expected to conduct themselves in a manner respectful of the nature and character of the university. Persons acting in a disruptive, disrespectful or disorderly manner may be asked to leave the premises or be subject to citation. Students may also be charged with a violation of the Code of Student Conduct.

4.1.2 Appalachian State University does not sanction the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by underage persons; nor does it sanction the violation of federal, State or local laws.

Tailgating Areas/Times

4.2.1 Tailgating will be permitted in the following areas or those parking lots adjacent to the facilities listed below unless otherwise stipulated by the University Administration:

  • Broyhill Music Building Lot
  • Champions Lot
  • Chemistry and Physics (CAP) Lot
  • Duck Pond Field
  • Durham Park
  • Edwin Duncan Hall Lot
  • Greenwood Lot
  • Holmes Center Lot
  • John Thomas Hall Lot
  • Justice/Coltrane Hall Lot
  • Katharine Harper Hall Lot
  • Legends Lot
  • Library Parking Deck
  • Raley Lot
  • Rivers Street Parking Deck
  • South Lot
  • Stadium Lot
  • Student Recreation Center Lot
  • The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts Lot
  • University Drive Parking Spaces

4.2.2 The above designated areas are the only locations approved for tailgating with alcohol. Consumption of alcohol outside designated areas and/or time periods constitutes a violation of Appalachian State University tailgating policy. Violators are subject to prosecution under the Appalachian State University Code of Student Conduct, the ordinances of the Town of Boone, and the laws of the State of North Carolina.

4.2.3 Alcohol consumption will not be permitted in any area including tailgate sites during or after the event.

4.2.4 Tailgating is limited to the space directly behind your parked vehicle. Roadways cannot be blocked for any reason and more than one parking spot cannot be used.

4.2.5 Motor homes must receive prior approval from the Parking & Traffic Office to park in campus parking lots the night before an event.

4.2.6 Tailgating sites will not open on weekends prior to 9:00 A.M. and on weekdays before 5:00 P.M. unless otherwise announced.

4.2.7 Tailgating will not be permitted during the event, but maybe be allowed for one hour after an event.

4.2.8 Organizations that receive approval for tailgating are responsible for ensuring adequate public restroom facilities are available for tailgaters. If university buildings are closed the sponsoring organization will need to provide port-a-johns.

Consumption of Alcohol

4.3.1 Consistent with North Carolina State Law, only malt beverages and unfortified wine may be possessed or consumed. Spirituous liquor (including mixed drinks) is NOT permitted.

4.3.2 Kegs and other common containers are not allowed at any time.

4.3.3 Glass containers are not allowed.

4.3.4 Drinking games, including but not limited to, beer pong, and the use of devices intended to accelerate the consumption of alcohol, including, but not limited to funnels or beer bongs, are prohibited.

4.3.5 Any participant who consumes alcoholic beverages at such events must be able to produce a valid driver’s license or other photo ID that reflects the person’s age upon request.

4.3.6 Consumption of alcoholic beverages on any other part of the campus or on public sidewalks and streets that run through or are adjacent to the campus is prohibited.

4.3.7 Consumption of alcoholic beverages may begin no more than 3 ½ hours before the starting time of the event. Consumption of alcoholic beverages after commencement of the event is prohibited.

Consumption and Preparation of Food

4.4.1 No food may be sold without proper University permit (either Food Services and/or Athletics).

4.4.2 Propane and charcoal grills are the only permissible sources of heat for cooking. Burned coals and/or residue from cooking may not be permitted to make contact with the paved surface of the parking lot. Hot coals must be completely extinguished with water prior to leaving the tailgating site.

4.4.3 Open flame fires, including fire pits, are prohibited.

Trash

4.5.1 All groups and individuals participating in tailgating are responsible for proper disposal of their trash and other debris such as charcoal. Recycling is strongly encouraged.

4.5.2 Trash containers will be provided throughout campus.

Solicitation

4.6.1 No sales activities are allowed on the Appalachian State University campus, including any/all tailgating areas, without permission from the appropriate University office, i.e. Athletics and/or Center for Student Involvement and Leadership. (See Facility Use Policy, Section 4.9 – Solicitation and Solicitors)

4.6.2 Only Appalachian State University Athletics or their designated representatives will be allowed to sell merchandise at athletic events.

Structures

4.7.1 No permanent or semi-permanent structures may be constructed or placed for any activity on University grounds except by authority of the Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs or the Vice Chancellor for Student Development (Facility Use Policy, Section 5 – Use of University Grounds and Exterior Facilities, Resource Manual).

Smoking Policy

4.8.1 Smoking is not allowed inside any university facility including Kidd Brewer Stadium or within 50 ft. of any university building.

4.8.2 If smoking in a designated area, smoking residue must be placed in appropriate receptacles.

Additional References

Possession and Use of Alcoholic Beverages (Policy 106.1)
Events Involving Possession and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages Procedural Checklist (Policy 106.2)
Smoking on University Property (Policy 303.25)

Authority

Contact Information

Effective Date

July 16, 2009

Revision Dates

August 30, 2012
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