FAU Libraries Eating, Drinking, and Smoking in the Library

Food and Drink Policy Statement

Food and Drink are allowed in the Main Library, but  "eat responsibly!"

Note:  Library users who violate these restrictions may be asked to take their food or drink outside the library.

The University Libraries must maintain an environment that is appropriate for the protection of library resources and conducive to study.  Food and beverages attract rodents, cockroaches, ants, silverfish and other unwanted pests that damage library resources.   By complying with the food and drink policy, users and staff will maintain a clean work environment, a pest - free building and aid in the preservation of our collections.  Branch libraries may establish food and drink policies appropriate to their facilities, resources,  and users.  Please check for local policies.

Please observe these guidelines:

It is your responsibility to throw away wrappers, containers and other trash in the appropriate trash receptacles. 

Please consume snack food and drink only in library study areas.  (For the purpose of this policy, food such as chips, nuts, pretzels are considered     
    snack food - - pizza, burgers, fries, sandwiches, salads, are not.)

Drinks are allowed ONLY  in covered, sturdy spill-proof containers.

Clean up spills.  Report major spills to library staff immediately, so staff can arrange for the appropriate clean-up.

No "food parties" (e.g. pizza deliveries) are allowed. 

No food that is overly messy or has strong odors .

Be considerate of other users.

Food or drink can harm library materials, invite pests, and make extra work for the cleaning crew.  Pack it up, take it out and leave no trace! (except in
    the provided trash receptacles)

Limitations:

Eating and drinking are not permitted at or near:

computer workstations

media equipment

printers or photocopiers

aisles and stacks where books are shelved

Special Collections

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Smoking in University Facilities

The "Florida Clean Indoor Air Act, F.S., 386, Part II " was revised by the State Legislature in 1992. The revised law specifically forbids smoking in government buildings, educational facilities and recreational facilities.

To meet this statutory requirement smoking will not be permitted in any University facility, specifically including university classrooms, faculty and administrative offices, dining facilities, elevators, hallways, lobbies and restrooms. Receptacles for smoking are located outside most building entrances and the University encourages their use in order to maintain a clean outdoor environment.