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Building Services in the ACADEMIC & ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDINGS
In the Academic and Administrative buildings, custodians support you, the faculty, and guests of the college by providing a healthy, safe and comfortable educational experience. Custodial staffing covers the work hours from 5AM to 11:30PM consisting of 3 main shifts. Minimal staffing on the weekends and holidays.
Custodial Staff positions and pictures can be looked at in the Campus Directory. All Custodians will be found under the Department of Physical Plant.
Custodians working different shifts may be contacted through their supervisor. Please click on this site for more information: Building and Residential Supervisor Contacts
Please remember that custodians are working in many buildings after the buildings are closed. You are also reminded that if you are working in a building after hours that you should have a classmate or "buddy", etc. You are in violations of the Judicial Code if you are working alone. It is for your safety. Refer to your Smith College Student Handbook.
Office moves
For information about inter-office moves, and building to building moves please click here
Information about cleaning products
In the cleaning of academic and administrative buildings we use the most effective cleaning products that we can find, that are safe for you and the staff using them. As we deplete our present inventory, new products are reviewed and "Green Chemicals" are tested and used. Training and education of our staff is an ongoing process as cleaning products change and are introduced into the operation. We are testing new chemicals for their effectiveness and are using "Green" window washing, floor cleaners, general purpose cleaners, and a few disinfectants in several areas of our operation. For more detailed information, click here.
Trash and recycling bins are located in individual offices and in public areas throughout the academic and administrative buildings. Blue waste baskets in your office is for paper to be recycled.
Gray waste baskets are for waste. Make sure that you label specific items to be trashed or to be recycled for all items that do not fit into your baskets. Do not leave valuable paperwork on top of waste baskets or recycle containers because the custodian may mistake these items as trash or recyclable.
Cardboard should be separate from paper. Any paper associated with food or restrooms is considered trash, not recyclable.
Bottles and cans can be deposited at central common areas in labeled containers. When in doubt check with your custodian, or supervisor.
Used batteries should be separated and are recycled. There is a central box for batteries in your building or contact your building liaison.
For more information about the trash and recycling, click here to go to the Smith Recycling web site.
Free Standing Water Coolers "Belmont Springs"
Problems that occur with the water coolers can be resolved by calling the following telephone number 1-800-444-7873 Coolers should be fixed for free, all college bubblers/coolers that are under contract with Smith College.
Pest Control
For all pest-control issues call Customer Service ext. 2400
Bicycles
Bicycles should not be stored in common areas of academic and administrative buildings. They can be stored on bicycle racks outside. Do not attach bicycles to any stairwell or handicap ramps or block any egresses. The College will remove bikes not properly stored. If removed, you will have to contact Public Safety to get it back.
Chalking
Chalking is a form of expression that uses the sidewalks and paved areas only. However, chalking is not allowed on the walls of the buildings.
Computer, Telephone & Cable Issues
For all computer, telephone and cable issues in student rooms, contact ITS at ext. 4487 or go to click here
Audio Visual Issues
All issues with audio-visual and microphone and Power point presentations please contact Media Services, ext. 2954
Safety and Accidents
To report an accident or safety concern, click here
Fire Safety
Fire Regulations prohibit items from cluttering hallways, stairwells, and all areas of egress. Fines may be imposed. Please review your Smith College Student Handbook. More on Fire Safety
Click here for more information about Fire Safety
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