Conflicts of Interest Staff members should take suitable measures to avoid, or appropriately deal with, any situation in which they may have, or be seen to have, a conflict of interest that could, directly or indirectly, compromise the performance of their duties. When staff members become aware of such a situation they should take appropriate steps to disclose the conflict. Failure to do so and continuation of such a conflict of interest may lead to disciplinary action. Consulting is a privilege not a right and should be approved by the Head of Department. Members of the University should also undertake to maintain the privacy of oral communications where that has been requested.
Personal files are highly confidential records relating to staff members.
It is essential that staff members be able to feel confident that information relating to them is treated in an appropriate manner, with due attention paid to the need for non-disclosure of file contents outside normal University business transactions. Failure by a staff member to comply with the guidelines outlined below may result in disciplinary action. Gifts and Benefits received by staff members should be declared to the relevant Dean or Director. Regulations provide for the ownership of intellectual property created by students and staff of the University. All staff must maintain and develop knowledge and understanding of their area of expertise or professional field.