Frequently Asked Questions List

(Oct 3, 2007 - 12:18:08 PM)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the USA Patriot Act?

(Jul 26, 2007 - 11:47:34 AM)

On October 26, 2001, President Bush signed the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism (USA PATRIOT ACT) Act of 2001 into law. The USA PATRIOT ACT broadly expands law enforcement's surveillance and investigative powers. A Table of Contents for the USA PATRIOT ACT is listed.

Does the University System of Georgia have a homeland security Web site?

(Jul 26, 2007 - 11:36:32 AM)

Yes. The purpose of this USG Web site is to provide centralized access to homeland security information applicable to the University System of Georgia (USG) institutions.

The USG Web site features resources to help the USG institutions stay informed of current issues, comply with homeland security regulations, and - most importantly - continue to provide a safe, secure environment for students and employees.

What is the Building Safety and Security Representative (BSSR) initiative?

(Jul 25, 2007 - 12:40:10 PM)

  • Why does the University need BSSRs?
  • How does the BSSR designation differ from others such as the access control building representative, building health and safety officer, or chair of the safety committee?
  • Who coordinates the BSSR program?

For a complete listing of FAQs, Policy, and registration for Building Safety and Security Representatives, visit http://www.osep.uga.edu/bssr

When does Daylight Savings Time begin and end?

(Jul 25, 2007 - 12:37:43 PM)

Currently, daylight time begins in the United States on the first Sunday in April and ends on the last Sunday in October. On the first Sunday in April, clocks are set ahead one hour at 2:00 a.m. local standard time, which becomes 3:00 a.m. local daylight time. On the last Sunday in October, clocks are set back one hour at 2:00 a.m. local daylight time, which becomes 1:00 a.m. local standard time. These dates were recently modified with the passage of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, Pub. L. no. 109-58, 119 Stat 594 (2005).