Which option describes the correct process for reporting a safety hazard or building maintenance issue?

• A. Email the instructor with a description of the hazard.
• B. Call campus safety only after a hazard becomes a bigger issue.
• C. Use campus safety or facilities hotline; submit a hazard report; facilities respond with assessment and resolution.
• D. Tell a fellow student in person.

Answer: (C)

Reporting a safety hazard or building maintenance issue through official campus channels ensures a fast, documented, and accountable response. The proper path is to use the campus safety or facilities hotline and submit a hazard report, so facilities can perform an assessment and carry out the necessary repairs or safety fixes. This approach creates a formal record, assigns responsibility, and coordinates the full response—from initial evaluation to resolution. If you rely on informal methods, like emailing an instructor or telling a student in person, there’s a real risk the report won’t reach the right team, won’t be tracked, and could delay needed action. Waiting until a hazard worsens before contacting safety also jeopardizes people’s safety. Following the official reporting procedure keeps everyone informed, protects the campus community, and ensures issues are addressed promptly.