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Steelers Ask Fans To Help Enforce Code Of Conduct

The Steelers are calling on fans this season to help them enforce the NFL's new code of conduct

Fans can call 412-697-7766 or text "Pitt33" to 78247 on game days to report inappropriate behavior

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) ― As part of the NFL's attempt to create a more fan-friendly environment in their stadiums around the country, the league is implementing some new conduct rules for fans this season.

In order for the new rules to work, though, the Steelers say that they'll need the help of every fan.

The team is calling on fans to report incidents of inappropriate behavior. To do so, they have set up a fan hotline at 412-697-7766 where fans are urged to report everything from fights and other unruly or illegal activities to violations of stadium rules.

Fans can also text Pitt33 to 78247.

The hotline and text messages will only be manned during games.

Here in Pittsburgh, the team says the new code of conduct is all a matter of PRIDE – as in:

• Positive Heinz Field Experience;
• Respect Each Other;
• Integrity;
• Dignified Behavior; and
• Excellence On and Off the Field

"Our goal is to provide a positive Heinz Field experience for all fans from the time they enter the parking lots before events until they exit the lots afterwards," Heinz Field Director of Stadium Management Jim Sacco said in a press release today.

"P.R.I.D.E. is a team effort that combines fans, staff and players working together to keep Heinz Field a fan-friendly environment."

Fan Code Of Conduct
As part of the league's new fan code of conduct, fans are asked to refrain from these behaviors (Source: Pittsburgh Steelers):

• Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, or illegal in nature
• Intoxication or other signs of alcohol impairment that results in irresponsible behavior
• Foul or abusive language or obscene gestures
• Interference with the progress of the event (including throwing objects onto the field)
• Failing to follow instructions of stadium personnel
• Verbal or physical harassment of opposing team fans

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