Residence_Life_Guide_21-22

- 28 - ✓ The use of acetate, cellophane, tissue paper, or other combustible materials over or in the light fixtures is forbidden by fire regulations. ✓ Use of multiple-socket plugs without a circuit breaker, running extension cords under carpeting, and direct splicing in the electrical outlet is prohibited. Holiday Decorations Natural holiday trees will be permitted in lounges ONLY. You may have an artificial tree in your room. Such trees must be flame retardant and be less than four feet tall. Strings of lights may be displayed around windows and doorways. Exercise caution with window drapes and paper decorations near these lights. Be sure that the lights do not touch any flammable objects or materials. It is suggested that only miniature lights be used as they produce less heat and consume less electricity than the large bulbs. Extension cords without circuit breakers are prohibited. All lights and cords must be UL approved. Do not leave holiday lights unattended. When you leave your room, unplug the lights. Other guidelines which must be followed are: 1. All materials used (i.e. paper, foil) must be flame resistant. 2. No painting is allowed directly on walls, floors or ceiling surfaces. 3. Fire alarm boxes, heat detectors, fire extinguishers and cabinets, and exit lights must not be covered and exits must not be blocked. 4. All decorations are to be removed before the halls close for semester break. 5. No candles or any open flame devices may be used in any floor or room decorations. Door Tampering Any resident or non-resident that willfully tampers with another resident’s door is committing a serious safety hazard and a violation of our hall policy. Anyone caught tampering with a resident’s door will be expedited through the conduct process and will be required to meet with the Director of Residence Life. Drugs Federal and state laws forbid the sale and use of drugs which are not prescribed by a physician or available on the legal open market. Northern does not condone possession, use or distribution of any illegal substances including, methamphetamine, LSD, or other hallucinogens or narcotics by any of its students in any campus facility. Any student known to be in possession of, using or distributing such drugs and illegal paraphernalia is subject to disciplinary action and possible arrest, imprisonment or fine according to state law. Drug paraphernalia is defined by South Dakota Codified Law 22-42A-1. Marijuana and cannabis is not permitted on the Northern campus even in edible forms. Pursuant to: Board of Regents Policy Manual ; Section 3, Student Affairs 3:4, #2. Proscribed Conduct. https://www.sdbor.edu/policy/Documents/3-4.pdf Escort Policy All non-residents of a building must be escorted by the resident of that floor or wing at all times. This includes members of the same sex.