As announced by the Government of Ontario today, the provincial emergency and stay-at-home order has now been extended until at least June 2, 2021. The University of Windsor mandates that employees who are able to work remotely from home continue to do so.
Researchers to reduce personnel, number of hours spent on campus and after-hours activities as much as possible
Adhere to safe work practices as previously established
Until further notice, there will be no new training of personnel for research purposes
No new projects will be approved by the Research Safety Committee unless COVID-19 related
The Research Ethics Board will continue to review and clear new applications that do not involve in-person data collection requiring breach of physical distancing
Students must adhere to stay-at-home order restrictions
Construction
Current on-campus construction projects continue to proceed as planned
It is required that all approved staff and faculty working in shared spaces and/or with face to face interactions, or those cleaning high touch contacts/areas, wear eye protection (face shield, safety glasses, goggles or equivalent) and a 3-ply procedural mask. These items can be obtained through the Chemical Control Centre.
The province's stay-at-home order and existing public health restrictions are aimed at limiting mobility in order to reduce the potential spread and health impacts of COVID-19.