The University's Chief of Environmental Health and Safety or designee, in consultation with department supervisors, will provide written guidelines specifying requirements for the use of protective equipment. Such requirements will be in accordance with University and government health and safety regulations. Staff in designated positions shall be required to wear appropriate protective equipment during work hours. Exceptions must be approved by an appropriate department administrator and by Environmental Health and Safety.
Supervisors are responsible for enforcing all safety equipment requirements.
Staff who fail to comply with safety requirements will not be allowed to work and will be on leave without pay until they comply with requirements. Recurring violations will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, in accordance with the University's Corrective Discipline Policy. Safety equipment such as non-prescription safety glasses, hard hats, protective ear plugs or muffs, gloves and respirators will be provided by the department without cost to the employee. A reasonable allowance for such equipment will be determined by the department. Safety footwear will be replaced not less frequently than every twelve months.