Prince Sultan University PSU
Policy Management System
Food & Drinks Policy

Policy Code:
Policy Name: Food & Drinks Policy
Handler: Central Library
Date Created: 15 August 2020
Date of Current Review: 15 August 2020
Approved by:
Date of Approval:

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to set guidelines to maintain the cleanliness in library to provide an attractive and conducive environment for study.

Policy

Definitions

Container: a pot to hold the food or drink

Drinks: an amount of liquid that is taken into the body through the mouth

Food: anything that people eat to reduce hunger

Spill-proof container: a pot or food container that is designed to prevent spilling and is resistant to being spilled.

Sturdy: solid and strong that is difficult to break

Policy Statement

Central Library’s Food & Drinks Policy is intended to protect library’s materials, computer equipment, and furnishings, and to maintain a pleasant, clean, comfortable and inviting environment for users.

Procedure

  • NO FOOD OR DRINK is allowed except WATER with the cap firmly intact on the bottle. We strongly encourage using sturdy and spill-proof containers for water.
  • Water in open containers, mugs, glasses, or cups without lids is not permitted.
  • Use utmost care when consuming water while using computers and other library materials.
  • We encourage library users to consume food and drinks in the cafeterias, restaurants and vending areas.
  • Immediately dispose of any trash into trash bin before you leave your place.
  • Deliveries of food from restaurants and cafes to libraries are not permitted.
  • Unattended food and drinks openly displayed on tables, study carrels and research rooms may be removed and discarded.
  • Clean up any spills right away or report to the cleaner.

Applicability

Library staff, students, faculty, and administrative staff.

Sanctions

Users violating library regulations may be asked to leave the Library.