Reporting an Incident

Report an Access Barrier (Students)

RIT is dedicated to accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. If you encounter an access barrier, report it to the Disability Services Office (DSO), either with personal contact information or anonymously. The DSO will review the submissions and pass on necessary information to the appropriate campus partners to address any issues. If you include contact information, you can expect a follow up from the DSO.

You do not need to be registered with DSO or have documented accommodations to complete this form. However, this process is not a substitute for the accommodation process.

Report an Access Barrier

Other Accessibility Concerns

RIT is committed to accessibility for all community members, both in person and online. Please visit Accessibility at RIT for resources and information associated with accessibility and accommodations.

If there is an immediate threat to health or safety, contact RIT Public Safety immediately at (585) 475-3333.

Employees

• Notify your supervisor.
• Complete the Workers’ Compensation Accident/Injury/Illness Report Form before the end of your shift.

Students

• Notify the staff member in charge of your class, lab, shop, studio, or club/team.
• Complete the Student Accident/Incident Report Form.
• For injuries or illness outside of academic activities, contact the Student Health Center.

All Other RIT Community Members

• Report the incident to Public Safety by calling (585) 475-3333 or dialing 911.

A Bias Incident is an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or violence motivated by prejudice toward another’s race, religion, age, citizenship, color, creed, culture (including Deaf culture), actual or perceived disabilities, gender, marital status, ethnic or national origin, political affiliation, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic predisposition.

This form is for reporting a bias-related incident involving students only. If you need immediate assistance regarding a bias-related crime, contact RIT Public Safety.

Report a Bias-Related Incident (Students)

Use the Tiger Concern Report (TCR) to report behavior that is concerning, worrisome, or threatening from a health and wellness context. Reports are reviewed during business hours by the Student Behavior Consultation Team (SBCT). The TCR can be filed anonymously, but it is helpful to include your contact information should SBCT have questions. If you feel that someone is in immediate danger, including yourself, contact RIT Public Safety or call 911.

Report Concerns About a Student

Red Folder Resource

Report concerns involving potential conflicts of interest or commitment to the Office of Compliance and Ethics (OCE). Submit a report using the Report a Conflict of Interest form or by contacting OCE at complianceandethics@rit.edu or calling (585) 475-4648.

Report a Conflict of Interest

Report concerns involving discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on a protected characteristic affecting any member of the RIT community (including students, employees, visitors, and third parties) in RIT programs, activities, or employment.

Examples of allegations to report include:

• Discrimination, harassment, or hostile work environment based on a protected category (e.g., race, color, national origin, religion, disability)
• Sex or gender-based discrimination, harassment, or misconduct (e.g., sexual harassment [including Title IX sexual harassment], sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and other prohibited conduct based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression)
• Retaliation for participating in a protected process (e.g., reporting misconduct or participating in an investigation, audit, or injury)

Submit a Report Harassment, Discrimination, or Retaliation report or contact the Office of Compliance and Ethics at complianceandethics@rit.edu or calling (585) 475-4648.

Report Harassment, Discrimination, or Retaliation

If you believe you or someone you know has been a victim of hazing, you may report the incident to:

• RIT Public Safety at (585) 475-3333 or Text (585) 205-8333
• The RIT Ethics and Compliance Hotline

If there is an immediate threat to health or safety, contact RIT Public Safety immediately at (585) 475-3333.

Report a Hazing Incident

For concerns related to heating or cooling, plumbing, electrical, or other building or facility issues, contact Facilities Management Services (FMS) via the FMS Request forms found on the RIT Service Center.

Report a Maintenance or Facilities Concern

Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs) provide guidance and resources to help employees and managers address workplace matters. Contact your HRBP or visit HR’s Managing Workplace Concerns webpage for additional guidance.

Suspected Child Abuse or Neglect

If a child is in immediate danger, immediately report to RIT Public Safety: (585) 475‑3333.

Mandated reporters (NYS): Call NYS Child Protective Services Central Registry at (800) 342‑3720
(TDD/TTY: (800) 638‑5163)

Other Concerns Involving a Minor

Any member of the RIT Community who observes or learns of behavior that is or may be a violation of the Protection of Minors Policy but does not rise to Child Abuse or Neglect should submit a report in the Youth Protection Portal as soon as possible and no more than 24 hours after witnessing or learning of the violation.

Questions? Contact the Office of Youth Protection and Compliance at youth@rit.edu

Concerns associated with academic misconduct in research or scholarship, human subjects research, or grant misconduct and misappropriation of funds can be reported via EthicsPoint or by directly contacting the Office of the Vice President of Research.

Report a Research Integrity or Compliance Concern

The RIT Ethics and Compliance Hotline (EthicsPoint) is operated by NAVEX (an independent third party) and offers the RIT community another choice to report, either directly or anonymously, suspected misconduct or activities involving violations of university policies, laws, or regulations.

Use the Ethics and Compliance Hotline if you prefer to report anonymously or through an independent third-party service.

This is not an emergency hotline. If you feel that someone is in immediate danger, including yourself, contact RIT Public Safety immediately at (585) 475-3333 or call 911.

Submit a Report Through the Ethics and Compliance Hotline

Hotline Phone: (866) 294-9358; (866) 294-9572 (TTY)

The RIT Service Center has knowledge articles that provide guidance on and report options for common concerns within the RIT Community, including environmental workplace concerns, parking and transportation issues, employee benefit information, and much more. Please consult the RSC if you do not see your concern outlined on this page.

Use these forms to report incidents involving suspected foodborne illnesses or allergic reactions linked to RIT Dining locations.

Report a Foodborne Illness

Report an Allergic Reaction