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Policies help keep the University of Rochester a safe, respectful, productive, and positive academic and health care workplace. On this page, you can explore, access, and review policies relevant to your current or future needs.

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Tobacco-Free Institution

Policy Number: 170

The purpose of this policy is to comply with the New York State Public Health Law Article 13-E, and to assist in the creation of a healthful and comfortable environment for all students, faculty, administrators, staff visitors and any other members of the University of Rochester community.

Conduct & Community Standards, Human Resources, Safety

Unemployment Insurance

Policy Number: 273

Faculty and staff may be eligible for Unemployment Insurance compensation when their employment at the University is terminated under circumstances that meet the eligibility criteria established by the law and the applicable regulations of the New York State Department of Labor.

Compensation & Benefits, Employment & Staffing

Health Assessments

Policy Number: 166

A pre-placement health assessment is required of new University faculty and staff members who will have patient contact or will work in departments or positions where health assessments are mandated by law.

Employment & Staffing

Travel-Accident Insurance Plan

Policy Number: 263

This policy outlines the guidelines and procedures for the Travel-Accident Insurance Plan, which provides insurance in case of accidental death or dismemberment of covered individuals traveling on University business away from the principal place of employment.

Human Resources

Onboarding Program

Policy Number: 130

This onboarding program is mandatory for all new staff and those who have been rehired. Those employees changing from non-bargaining unit positions into bargaining unit positions will need to attend the session related to their bargaining unit. Faculty members may attend the general onboarding program upon request.

Employment & Staffing

Reproductive Protection Policy

Policy Number: 167

Some work locations at the University may, because of the nature of the work, pose potential risks to the reproductive health of employees. This policy states the University's commitment to minimizing risks and providing education and information to help employees make informed decisions about exposure to potential health risks.

Environmental Health & Safety, Human Resources, Occupational Safety

Policy on Minimum Standards for Programs for Minors and Children

Policy Number:

All programs involving transfer of responsibility for supervision and control of minors and children from parents or guardians to the University (or to a third party permitted by contract to use University facilities for such programs) and meeting the further definitions in this section must comply with the minimum standards for such programs as defined by the University in this policy.

Conduct & Community Standards, Employment & Staffing, General Administration, Safety

Safety or Personal Protective Equipment

Policy Number: 158

The University requires staff to wear/use safety or personal protective equipment when assigned work that may cause injury or illness.

Environmental Health & Safety, Human Resources, Occupational Safety
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