The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) reserves the right to search its property such as lockers, offices, desks, storage areas, computers, etc., either on or off premises.  Employee's assigned access to such property must submit to random and unannounced inspections in order to ensure compliance with all institutional rules and regulations.

UAB may institute procedures for random inspection of any parcels leaving UAB buildings.

E-mail or other electronic communications also are subject to inspection by UAB at any time. Abuse of e-mail and/or networks may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. In addition, employees may be subject to criminal prosecution if inappropriate computer use includes criminal activity.

Except in matters in which there is reasonable cause to suspect criminal activity, employees may be given an opportunity to be present during any inspection.  Searches performed by law enforcement may be more expansive than this policy.  Personal items brought onto UAB owned or leased property are also subject to inspection.  Alternate work locations may also be subject to this policy.  

Disciplinary action, including dismissal, may result from searches and inspections.

Related Policies

Acceptable Use of Computer and Network Resources

Discipline-HR Policy 603

Termination of Employment-HR Policy 605

Drug Free Campus and Workplace Policy

Dangerous Weapons and Firearms Policy