Confined Space Entry Policy

Policy Statement Augusta University shall protect employees and contract personnel from the hazards of entry into permit-required confined spaces; ensure that regulatory requirements regarding entry into confined spaces are met; and,  Prevent unauthorized employee entry into permit-required confined spaces.  Assure safe entry and work within confined spaces by authorized employees and […]

Compressed Gas Cylinder Policy

Policy Statement Augusta University shall protect persons and property from hazards presented by the use, handling, storage, and transportation of compressed gas cylinders.  Affected stakeholders All entities and persons within the Enterprise that are affected by this policy: Policy Owner Environmental Health and Safety Division Reason for Policy Compressed gases […]

Building Coordinator Policy

Policy Statement Each building owned and operated by Augusta University shall have a Building Coordinator. The Building Coordinator shall be selected by consultation between the Director of Facilities Operations and the Colleges/Divisions that occupy the building.  The reason for this policy is to establish the responsibilities and authority of individuals […]

Accident and Injury Reporting Policy

Policy Statement It is the policy of Augusta University that all accidents and injuries on Augusta University property are reported; that necessary medical treatment is rendered; that records are maintained; and that any hazardous conditions related to such accidents and injuries are rendered safe.  Affected stakeholders All entities and persons […]

Concussion Management Protocol

Policy Statement In accordance with NCAA Bylaw 3.3.4.16, this document outlines procedures to assist in the management of concussions and the safe return-to-play and return-to-learn protocols for student-athletes at Augusta University.  Affected stakeholders All entities and persons within the Enterprise that are affected by this policy: Policy Owner Department of […]

Athletics Booster Policy

Policy Statement In accordance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations, each member institution shall be responsible for ensuring that its institutional faculty, staff, students, and other individuals or groups representing the institution’s athletics interests comply with all applicable association rules. This policy defines a representative of an institution’s athletics […]

Philanthropic and Honorary Naming Policy

Policy Statement Augusta University considers the naming of a place or an academic unit in honor of an individual, corporation, foundation, or organization to be one of the highest and most distinct honors that it can bestow. Namings may be authorized for outstanding and distinguished service, for philanthropic giving, or for both.  […]

Transfer Credit Policy

Policy Statement This policy governs the evaluation and acceptance of courses that are presented for transfer to Augusta University.  Augusta University must ensure consistency and continuity in the acceptance of transfer credit. However, separate procedures exist to evaluate and accept transfer credits depending on college and degree program.  Affected stakeholders […]

Study Abroad

Policy Statement All study abroad and away programs and participants must follow the procedures set out in the study abroad policies and procedures manual for faculty.  In an effort to centralize Study Abroad and Away policies, procedures, and information as much as possible, and in light of risk assessment and […]