Health & Safety

Building Security

Access to the Residence Each resident is given a card key that opens the front gate, room, and assigned bathroom. After hours, the card key will open the gate, but once the front doors are locked, residents will not be able to get in; thus, residents must abide by the building hours. Residents must carry their card key with them at all times. There is a €5.00 fee for a lost card key. Students need to be careful not to get their card demagnetized near cell phones or laptops. When entering the building, residents need to close and not slam the front gate behind them. For security reasons, residents always must practice caution and be sure the gate is closed tightly when coming or going.

Lock-outs

A lock-out fee will be charged if a staff member is needed to let you into your room. The first lock-out is free, the second lock-out is €1.00 and additional lockouts are €3.00 to be paid at the front office.

Health and Safety Inspections

Due to the unique nature of the campus, health and safety inspections of all the rooms, bathrooms and student lounges will be conducted each semester. The director will notify the students at least a week in advance. It is very important that all residents take precautions to prevent problems with pests. Snack items should be kept in closed food containers and food products refrigerated when appropriate. As always, residents should practice fire safety procedures. Extension cords, halogen lamps and candles are prohibited. If a room does not meet sufficient minimum standards of cleanliness, sanitation or safety practices, citations will be issued to residents of the room, and they will be given 48 hours to respond to the situation. Failure to properly respond by cleaning and maintaining the room will result in a fine of €40 posted automatically to the student’s account.

Alcohol Consumption

Possession or consumption of alcohol on campus is strictly prohibited, except when served as part of a hosted meal or special event approved by the campus director. Appropriate disciplinary sanctions and a fine will be assessed to the violators.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed inside the Bernardi Campus. Smoking is permitted in the courtyard and the rooftop terrace. Use the ash cans provided.

Sports in the Halls

Sports-related activities within hallways, rooms, stairwells or other public areas of the Bernardi Campus are prohibited. Activities, including Frisbee, kicking or rolling any ball, and wrestling in a confined area such as a hallway can lead to student injury and damage to the residence. Appropriate disciplinary sanctions and a fine will be assessed to the violators.