Ohio University releases new requirements for employees working on campus

The following message was shared with employees on June 11, 2020.

In our continued commitment to protecting the health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff, Ohio University has implemented several new requirements, which are effective immediately and in accordance with guidance issued by Gov. Mike DeWine to help control the potential spread of disease.  

As some employees slowly begin to return to campus for specified reasons this summer, we have implemented the following requirements to help stop the spread of disease. 

1. Immediately prior to reporting to campus, all employees are required to measure their body temperature and self-evaluate to ensure there is no onset of illness.  Leave policies and procedures shall be followed if unable to report to work or if you become ill during the workday.   
2. Employees should always practice social distancing by ensuring a 6-foot distance between people.  
3. In accordance with published ODH guidelines, employees are required to wear a face covering while on campus. If you are working alone in your office, you may remove your mask unless another person enters your space; however, the mask must be worn properly prior to entering any other space where employees could potentially come in contact with another person, including exterior campus spaces. If you do not have access to a mask, please contact Facilities Management and Safety (FMS) at 740-593-2911 to make arrangements to obtain one. Employees or workers may seek an exemption from the requirement to wear a facial covering from their supervisors. If request is being made based on health reasons, employee’s request should be accompanied by a Doctor’s note. Additionally, if an employee needs an accommodation in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, please contact the Office for University Accessibility at 740-593-2620 or access@ohio.edu.
4. Employees should engage in regular handwashing and hand sanitizing and are required to frequently disinfect their personal workspace.   
5. Contact Facilities Management and Safety at 740-593-2911 or fmservicedesk@ohio.edu before returning to your on-campus workspace. FMS needs to take several actions to ensure your building and workspace is in optimum operating order before your return.  Additionally, cleaning protocols may need to be changed to address increased occupancy.

The CDC has a number of resources for individuals looking for more information on COVID-19, including measures to protect yourself and what to do if you are sick. 

We will continue to provide additional updates as more information becomes available. If you have questions or concerns related to OHIO’s COVID-19 response, please visit www.ohio.edu/coronavirus or email coronavirus@ohio.edu. Thank you for doing your part to make Ohio University safe.