Operator Responsibilities

As an operator of a University vehicle, it its your responsibility to:

• Operate the vehicle safely and responsibly. If damage to the vehicle results from negligence, misuse, or abuse, you will be charged for repairs.
• Observe all traffic laws that apply in the locality where you are operating the vehicle.
• Use the vehicle for University business only - not for regular commuting, personal business, or pleasure.
• Limit passengers to those persons authorized to be transported in University vehicles. When properly authorized, a faculty or staff member traveling on business may be accompanied by family members, students, or staff.
• Advise the Vehicle Rental Office in advance if the time you will need the vehicle is changed, so that we can assign it to another department.
• Report mechanical problems to the Vehicle Rental Office at (412) 648-7690.
• Notify the Vehicle Rental Office of accidents or incidents as soon as possible at (412) 648-7690.
• Prepared required accident reports at the accident site and at the Vehicle Rental Office, if applicable.
• Return the Vehicle, keys, credit cards and receipts to the Vehicle Rental Office at the scheduled time, or notify the rental agent of any delay.