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*when the task requires the use of a NIOSH-approved respirator, or | *when the task requires the use of a NIOSH-approved respirator, or | ||
*when pertaining to children under the age of 2 years. | *when pertaining to children under the age of 2 years. | ||
*See section on [https://wiki.unmc.edu/index.php/Face_Covering#Requesting_Alternatives Requesting Alternatives] below | |||
Facial coverings are also required in outdoor settings on the UNMC campuses if safe social distancing and gathering practices are not possible unless subject to an exception. This policy shall remain in effect until further guidance is provided from the Office of the Chancellor. | Facial coverings are also required in outdoor settings on the UNMC campuses if safe social distancing and gathering practices are not possible unless subject to an exception. This policy shall remain in effect until further guidance is provided from the Office of the Chancellor. | ||
==Reason for Policy== | ==Reason for Policy== | ||
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*Regardless of the type used, a mask should not be designed with an exhalation valve. | *Regardless of the type used, a mask should not be designed with an exhalation valve. | ||
===Requesting Alternatives=== | ===Requesting Alternatives=== | ||
Individuals whose unique and individual circumstances require an alternative face covering, as indicated by a medical professional during patient care, may request one. To request an alternative, students should contact | Individuals whose unique and individual circumstances require an alternative face covering, as indicated by a medical professional during patient care, may request one. To request an alternative, students should contact [https://www.unmc.edu/stucouns/services/disabilities/index.html Services for Students with Disabilities]. Staff and faculty should contact UNMC [mailto:employeerelations@unmc.edu Human Resources Employee Relations]. | ||
===Wearing and Caring for One's Facial Covering=== | ===Wearing and Caring for One's Facial Covering=== | ||
Each individual is responsible to care for their own facial covering. Disposable facial coverings are to be discarded as ordinary refuse after a single day’s use. Reusable cloth facial coverings should be washed regularly. Reusable face shields should be cleaned thoroughly with soap and hot water after each day’s use. Facial coverings that are visibly soiled or in poor condition should not be used. | Each individual is responsible to care for their own facial covering. Disposable facial coverings are to be discarded as ordinary refuse after a single day’s use. Reusable cloth facial coverings should be washed regularly. Reusable face shields should be cleaned thoroughly with soap and hot water after each day’s use. Facial coverings that are visibly soiled or in poor condition should not be used. | ||
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*Assisting in environmental cleaning by promptly washing surfaces that might have been contaminated by bodily fluids (e.g., one should disinfect their desk if they happen to sneeze on it). If the ability of the individual to accomplish such cleaning is limited, contact environmental services personnel. | *Assisting in environmental cleaning by promptly washing surfaces that might have been contaminated by bodily fluids (e.g., one should disinfect their desk if they happen to sneeze on it). If the ability of the individual to accomplish such cleaning is limited, contact environmental services personnel. | ||
===Compliance=== | ===Compliance=== | ||
Compliance with this policy is for the protection of those with whom you will be in contact when on campus. Any employee, student or visitor who fails to abide by these guidelines may be asked or directed to leave the campus space. Employees and students who are directed to leave a campus space for failure to comply with these guidelines may be taken off duty and/or subject to disciplinary action. For non-emergency COVID-19 concerns, including compliance with the face covering policy, please report your concerns to the Behavioral Review Team using the [https://www.unomaha.edu/student-life/student-safety/report-now.php Report Now] link. | Compliance with this policy is for the protection of those with whom you will be in contact when on campus. Any employee, student or visitor who fails to abide by these guidelines may be asked or directed to leave the campus space. Employees and students who are directed to leave a campus space for failure to comply with these guidelines may be taken off duty and/or subject to disciplinary action. For non-emergency COVID-19 concerns, including compliance with the face covering policy, please report your concerns to the '''Behavioral Review Team using the [https://www.unomaha.edu/student-life/student-safety/report-now.php Report Now] link.''' | ||
===Counteracting Existing Marginalization=== | ===Counteracting Existing Marginalization=== | ||
In implementing this policy, we must ensure protocols to optimize safety and provide a sense of wellbeing for all members of our community. We recognize that a policy to wear facial coverings may exacerbate implicit biases and existing racial stereotypes. Thus, we will provide training and professional development for members of campus units regarding face coverings in order to prevent racial profiling and targeting. | In implementing this policy, we must ensure protocols to optimize safety and provide a sense of wellbeing for all members of our community. We recognize that a policy to wear facial coverings may exacerbate implicit biases and existing racial stereotypes. Thus, we will provide training and professional development for members of campus units regarding face coverings in order to prevent racial profiling and targeting. | ||
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==Additional Information== | ==Additional Information== | ||
*[mailto:unmchealthsecurity@unmc.edu UNMC Office of Health Security] | *[mailto:unmchealthsecurity@unmc.edu UNMC Office of Health Security] | ||
*[http://www.unmc.edu/ehs/ Environmental Health & Safety Department], 402 | *[http://www.unmc.edu/ehs/ Environmental Health & Safety Department], 402-559-6356 | ||
*[mailto:unmcsecurityoffice@unmc.edu UNMC Campus Security], 402.559. | *[mailto:unmcsecurityoffice@unmc.edu UNMC Campus Security], 402-559-5111 | ||
*[https://www.unmc.edu/stucouns/services/disabilities/index.html Services for Students with Disabilities], 402-559-7276 | |||
:*[https://www.unmc.edu/stucouns/services/disabilities/verification-of-disability-form.pdf Verification of Disability Form] | |||
*[mailto:employeerelations@unmc.edu Human Resources Employee Relations] | |||
:*[http://www.unmc.edu/hr/Proc/ADA-Sec504%20Grievance%20Procedures.pdf Americans with Disability Act and Section 504 Grievance Procedures – University of Nebraska] | |||
:*[https://www.unmc.edu/hr/Proc/Req%20for%20Reasonable%20Accommodation%20-%20ADA.pdf Requests for Reasonable Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act] | |||
*UNMC Policy No. 1098, [https://wiki.unmc.edu/index.php/Corrective/Disciplinary_Action Corrective and Disciplinary Action] | *UNMC Policy No. 1098, [https://wiki.unmc.edu/index.php/Corrective/Disciplinary_Action Corrective and Disciplinary Action] | ||
*[https://www.unmc.edu/news.cfm?match=25636 1-Check COVID mobile app] (on Android and iOS devices) | *[https://www.unmc.edu/news.cfm?match=25636 1-Check COVID mobile app] (on Android and iOS devices) | ||
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==History and Moving Forward== | ==History and Moving Forward== | ||
This interim policy is effective for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic. UNMC will periodically evaluate this interim policy, consult stakeholders and constituents as appropriate, and modify this policy if necessary. | This interim policy is effective for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic. UNMC will periodically evaluate this interim policy, consult stakeholders and constituents as appropriate, and modify this policy if necessary. | ||
This page maintained by [mailto:dpanowic@unmc.edu dkp]. | This page maintained by [mailto:dpanowic@unmc.edu dkp]. | ||