Click here to download the plug-in . When using the Internet via the Mayo network, user should adhere to Mayo Foundation's Standards of Personal Conduct. Material that would be considered inappropriate, offensive or disrespectful to others should not be viewed or stored. The electronic environment is part of the workplace and carries with it the same expectations of mutual respect and confidentiality that apply to all other activities at Mayo. Violations of institutional ethical standards and computer-use policy continue to occur, involving personnel who access offensive materials on the Internet via the Mayo network.
Pornography is the most pervasive form of offensive material.
It is inappropriate to access, display, save and print such information. Mayo Security investigates instances of policy violation. Individuals who engage in offensive behavior are identified to supervisory personnel. Corrective actions taken have included suspensions and termination of employment. Limited personal use is acceptable, but discretion is necessary to ensure that individuals do not degrade Mayo's public image through their activities or adversely affect the availability of network resources.