To maintain a safe working environment across all University projects, UND staff are encouraged to utilize the CUS Escalation Method - a standardized communication framework using the key phrases "I am Concerned," "I am Uncomfortable," and "This is a Safety issue - Stop the work!" to address potential hazards promptly. This approach focuses strictly on immediate risk mitigation and hazard awareness, never on challenging authority or questioning worker competence. If a Notre Dame team member uses CUS language with your crew, we ask that you engage calmly and collaboratively: either pause work to mitigate the unaddressed hazard, or take a moment to briefly explain the established safety protocols in place so work can proceed safely. Please review our Safety Snap! ➡️ for details on the CUS sequence and principles.