Severe Weather (HR23)

SUBJECT:
Severe Weather

PURPOSE:
To define and establish a policy concerning the working requirements during severe weather

POLICY: It is the general practice of the university not to close during severe weather. Student services must be provided when students are on campus. Classes may be canceled and specific activities may be canceled or postponed.

An employee who feels the need to leave their work station early due to potentially hazardous conditions may do so after securing the approval of his/her supervisor. Supervisors will give approval after ensuring that basic functions of the university will be maintained and operational.

Exempt (salaried) employees will use vacation or necessary leave for more than 4 hours of absence. Non-exempt (hourly) employees may use vacation or necessary leave to cover all hours absent. Any employee may make up missed time due to severe weather within the same pay period. Employees who arrive late or do not report to work due to hazardous weather conditions will be governed by the same policy.

Operational needs, safety, and individual circumstances will guide the administration of this policy. The chief administrative officer on your campus will determine when it is appropriate to utilize this policy or modify normal routine.