UTAS STUDENT LIVING STANDARDS

The Student Living Standards are community guidelines to ensure residents can live safely,
respectfully, in harmony with each other and their surroundings. The standards include important
information regarding acceptable standards of behaviour, and will refer to our University Statement of
Values, the University Behaviour Policy (UBP) and the Residential Tenancy Agreement Terms and
Conditions (or NRAS Agreement).

The Student Living Standards are enforced by the Student Living Team (SLT):

▪ Director of Student Life

▪ Manager of Student Living and Manager of Student Experience & Wellbeing

▪ Student Living Coordinators

▪ Student Living Support Officers

▪ Residential Leaders

The SLT may refer externally to the following community stakeholders to ensure the safety of
residents:

▪ UTAS Safe & Fair Community Unit

▪ UTAS Counselling

▪ UTAS Security

▪ Tasmania Police

▪ Emergency Contacts

Residents must familiarise themselves with the terms of the Student Living Standards, the UBP and
Terms and Conditions of their Agreement with UTAS Student Living. At all times Residents must act in
accordance with the positive behaviours outlined and not engage in behaviour or conduct in breach of
the Student Living Standards. Incidents of inappropriate behaviour should be reported to the SLT and
Safe and Fair Community Unit. Support other community members who have experienced
inappropriate behaviour. Speak up when witnessing or experiencing inappropriate behaviours, report it
and ask for help.

Student Living University of Tasmania T +61 3 6226 6400 or 1300 138 497
Student Experience Private Bag 94 E enquiries@accommodation.utas.edu.au
Academic Division Hobart Tasmania www.utas.edu.au/accommodation
7001 Australia ABN 30 764 374 782 / CRICOS 00586B utas.edu.au
SECTION A: Respect for yourself and others

1. Attend the UTAS Student Living Induction Program and complete compulsory quizzes and modules.

2. Be law-abiding; ensuring your behaviour is responding to and in accordance with State or Federal Laws, and in addition to the ordinances, values and behaviour expectations of
UTAS.
3. Student Living has zero tolerance to bullying, threats, intimidation, harassment, stalking, degradation, hazing, humiliation, violent towards another person or group. (revise –
perhaps add an additional point)
4. Sexual misconduct is prohibited in our University community. We take this behaviour very seriously and have a zero tolerance for it. Refer to UBP 5.8.

5. Respect the rights of all community members, residents and UTAS staff.

6. Student Living Communities are homes which provide a study environment for Residents to progress with their tertiary education. You must live in harmony, without excessive
noise and respect the right of others to quiet enjoyment and study in residence.
7. Keep the environment clean and enjoyable to live for yourself and others by; disposing of rubbish appropriately and leaving laundries clean and your items accounted for.

8. Ask politely for permission to use another Resident's food and respect their right to decline.

9. Utilise your room to live, study and rest; conducting a business from your room is not permitted.

10. Fire safety is a high priority, therefore do not leave naked flames unattended in your room, obstruct the corridors of doorways or interfere or tamper with any fire/security
equipment, such a smoke detector or extinguisher.
11. Inform the SLT prior to having an overnight guest. Stay in the company of your guests or visitors and know you are responsible for them; their behaviour and any damage they may
cause during their stay or visit.
12. Student Living Communities are smoke and drug free, therefore you must not possess, manufacture, use, consume, supply or distribute any illegal/controlled drug, plant (including
cannabis), substance as defined in the Misuse of Drugs Act 2001 (Tasmania). Smoking is not permitted in your room or on balconies. Smokers must seek out designated University
zones to smoke.
13. Show understanding and empathy for yourself and others; communicating and acting in such a way that you never place yourself or others at risk of harm.

14. Notify the SLT of any infectious diseases or pests; such as mice or insects.

SECTION B: Respect for your room and property

1. Secure and store your bicycle in the designated area.

2. Parking is very limited. One registered car, with a permit, may park in the designated Residential Parking Bays.

3. Ensure Security Doors are always secured and closed.

4. Dangerous articles and illegal items such as firearms, ammunition, spear guns, fireworks, tasers, swords, flick knives, drugs, or any other explosives are prohibited onsite or in
your room.
SECTION C: Responsible drinking of alcohol
1. Participate in drug and alcohol education via the Resident Induction Portal.

2. Act maturely and responsibly in relation to the consumption of alcohol and adhere to the Quiet Hours and Times.

3. Respect the choice of others who do not choose to drink and never pressure others to consume alcohol.

4. The SLT reserves the right to intervene, take action and confiscate alcohol, if it is:
§ being consumed in an unsafe manner; leading to drunk and disorderly behaviours (individual or group) or walking with glass
§ being consumed in excessive amounts; binge drinking, shots or drinking games
§ illegal; providing to anyone underage or without a permit
5. Adults (18 and over) may drink alcohol responsibly, at all times; except - during quiet times, study breaks and exam periods.

SECTION D: Safety of the Student Living Community

1. The SLT reserves the right to relocate or vacate any individual that engages in any form of serious misconduct.
2. Always follow the reasonable instruction of the SLT.
3. Friends and families are not permitted to collect personal items on the behalf of residents, unless the SLT have written consent.
4. Always represent your true identity. Never allow anyone to impersonate you or sign on your behalf.
SECTION E: Payment for Student Living services
1. Maintain a regular payment schedule and good financial record for rent and other fees associated with Student Living.