I can't work in too cold or too warm conditions because of a medical condition and
need my fan or space heater. What steps must I take to get this approved?
Space heaters should be avoided. Not only are they costly to operate and counter productive
of the actual HVAC equipment but they often pose a unacceptable fire hazard. Approval
for the use of a personal heater must be submitted to the Energy Manager. Often times
there is a issue with the building HVAC system that we are not aware of. In some occasions
an adjustment can be made to the set point in your space to accommodate in a more
energy efficient and safer manner. You can find the form at
Forms (atu.edu)I need an office refrigerator due to a medical condition. What steps must I take to
get this approved?
Approval for the use of a personal appliance must be submitted to the energ manager.
ou can find the forms at
Forms (atu.edu)Will disiplinary action be used if an unauthorized device is found in an office?
If an unauthorized device is found a note will be left letting you know. The goal
is to reduce unnecessary items around campus. Approval for the use of a personal appliance
must be submitted to the Energ Manager. You can find the form at
Forms (atu.edu)I work in an old building with old windows, and the energy saving temperatures fon't
work well. What is being done to address this?
You should turn in a work order with physical plant to see if your temerature concers
can be addressed.
Why can't my office have its own microwave and refrigerator?
Appliances are limited to staff lounges and break areas. Individual appliances such
as refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, etc. in the classrooms and offices not
only use a large amount of energy, but often present indoor air quality issues, sanitation
issues, pest management issues and safety issues. If you have a special need please
fill out a request on our
forms page.
Do I have to turn my computer off at night? I work remotel and need to access my work
computer from home.
If you access your computer off campus, then you do not need to turn it off. This
is not done automatically and is up to you to determine when you will not need access
and make sure it’s off. The campus has access to Office 365 as well as virtual machines.
Please contact
OIS to see if these resources could be used instead of remoting into your computer. If
so, you can turn off your computer.
Am I allowed to use lamps in my office?
Yes, but the lamps must be bulbs and be off when you are not in your office.
Am I allowed to charge my personal electronic devices in my office?
es, but only while you are present. Please unplug all charging cables when you are
not if your office.
Can I keep my plug in air freshener?
Yes, but only while ou are present. Please unplug when you are not in your office.
My coffee maker is on a timer can I keep it plugged in?
No, please unplug when you are not in your office.
My coffee maker must stay plugged in to work properly will that be allowed?
No, please unplug when you are not in your office. Any appliances that must be plugged
in to function properly should be in a designated break area.
I have a piece of equipment that is ATU owned and needs to be removed?
Please go to
Administrative Services form page and fill out the proper form to remove your equipment.
