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Requisition Form, which will require the signature of the advisor. Reservations for non-University vehicles should be made as early as possible; no later than two weeks before departure date. Should the campus organization be taking a trip off-campus that requires the use of a bus, note that the bus should pickup all trip-goers outside of Deeds Field steps (next to the Mitchell Center). This location needs to be reserved with Campus Services.
VEHICLE & DRIVER EXPECTATIONS No smoking is permitted in University vehicles. Possession or use of alcohol or drugs in a University vehicle is prohibited for drivers and passengers. Drivers may not use cell phones while operating University vehicles. Vehicles are not to be parked any parking garages unless the entrance/exit is at least 8 feet. Vehicles contain a packet with a University gas card and all vehicles must be returned with at least ½ tank of gas. Vans must be returned immediately upon completion of the trip to the van parking area (P2). Other vehicles may be returned to P4 of the parking garage. Campus organizations should check the van prior to returning the keys to the Safety, Security and Risk Management office on P1 of the parking garage to ensure nothing was left behind, there is no trash and that the vehicle is locked. Drivers must comply with all traffic regulations along with laws and ordinances. Drivers are responsible for any fines or tickets issued while driving a University vehicle. Drivers and passengers must wear safety belts at all times the vehicle is in motion. Any accidents should be reported immediately to local law enforcement and to Safety, Security and Risk Management, (740) 587-0810. Drivers should never leave the scene of the accident until allowed by the proper authorities and should not make any statements regarding the accident, except to the police.
Defensive driving All drivers of Denison University owned, leased, or rented vehicles (including golf carts) are required to successfully complete the Defensive Driving Course and pass a motor vehicle records check to ensure the safety of our students, faculty, staff and vehicles. Students interested in receiving their Denison Defensive Driving certification should allow for at least two weeks to complete the requirements for Defensive Driving (written test, road test and review by Denison’s insurance company). First, students should review the Defensive Driving Course PowerPoint. Following that review, students must pass the Defensive Driving Course Exam 59 Updated 8.23.12