Every individual must know the potential hazards associated with their duties and follow all applicable safety practices and procedures. Mandatory training is a key component of many safety efforts. Supervisors are responsible for having their employees attend required training. When Employees Health Services is not open or when the injury may require the resources of the Emergency Room, employees need to report to the Emergency Room. Occupational injuries and illnesses of employees and students must be promptly reported by the employee to both their supervisor and Public Safety regardless of severity.
Supervisors are responsible for evaluating such reports and taking prompt action.
It is the responsibility of every employee to report unsafe conditions to their supervisor or the supervisor having responsibility for the area. All activities are encouraged to have their own programs that further emphasize safety and assist in ensuring a safe environment, regulatory compliance, accreditation, etc. During each employee's performance evaluation the supervisor needs to consider the individual's adherence to prescribed safety responsibilities. Guidelines for the Conduct of Activities with Biohazardous Materials at the University of Connecticut Health Center are also applicable, especially to laboratory activities. Research involving recombinant DNA molecules must follow the guidelines of the National Institutes of Health referenced below.