With winter approaching, supervisors should ensure their teams understand the Administrative Closing/Inclement Weather policy — specifically the difference between a “suspension of on-campus operations” (work remotely) and an “administrative closing” (paid time off). Essential staff must report to campus when directed. Supervisors of employees who do not routinely work from home should outline expectations for remote work during suspensions.
The university has adopted a new Emergency Response Plan, available in the Safety Manual and on the Emergency Preparedness website. Supervisors should review it and provide new employees with a guided overview of their Building Emergency Action Plan, including evacuation routes, assembly points, and emergency equipment locations.
Winter weather may cause flooding or other building damage. Report issues immediately:
Campus Police: 901-448-4444
Facilities: 901-448-5661
Property damage must be reported within 24 hours using the University Property Damage form. Insurance deductibles: $15K for water intrusion and $10K for other incidents.
For non-emergency building concerns or follow-up on DASH Maintenance requests, email facilitiessupport@uthsc.edu.
Questions? Contact Tim Barton, Chief Safety Officer