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MCE Volunteer Policy

MCE Volunteer Policy. Part II – Individual Policy Definitions and Explanations. Created by the Maryland 4-H Volunteer Curriculum Committee. Introduction. Individual policy explanations: University of Maryland College Park State of Maryland Federal Government

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MCE Volunteer Policy

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  1. MCE Volunteer Policy Part II – Individual Policy Definitions and Explanations Created by the Maryland 4-H Volunteer Curriculum Committee

  2. Introduction • Individual policy explanations: • University of Maryland College Park • State of Maryland • Federal Government • For the purpose of this training: • Anything required/prohibited of faculty or staff also applies to volunteers • See web sites for additional information MCE Volunteer Policy

  3. Brief Extension History • Washington, Jefferson & Lincoln • Morrill Act of 1862 • Morrill Act of 1890 • Hatch Act of 1887 • Smith/Lever Act of 1914 • Native American Land Grant Act of 1994 MCE Volunteer Policy

  4. MCE Mission • Develop, integrate and deliver relevant and accurate research-based knowledge and educational programs • Engage communities, groups and agencies in decision making to achieve: • Economic prosperity • Stewardship of resources • Quality of Life MCE Volunteer Policy

  5. MCE Structure • Unit of AGNR • Dean • Acting Associate Dean and Director • Assistant Directors as State Program Leaders • Regional Directors • County Extension Directors • State, Regional and Area Specialists • County Faculty and Staff MCE Volunteer Policy

  6. Maryland Tort Claims Act (MTCA) • Immunity from Suit for MCE Volunteers • Negligence, Ordinary Care & Tort • Scope of Duties (Position Description) • Appointment & Training Procedures • Gross Negligence • Intentional Misconduct or Malice • Invasion of Privacy • Legal Representation MCE Volunteer Policy

  7. Universal Precautions • What are Universal Precautions? • Precautions used when: • Providing first aid • Handling blood or bodily fluids • Intended to prevent transmission of: • Hepatitis • HIV infections • Other contagious diseases MCE Volunteer Policy

  8. Universal Precautions include: • Personal protective barriers • Proper handling of protective barriers • Effective hand washing • Seeking medical attention when needed • Cleaning/disinfecting surfaces • Bleach and water at 1 to 10 strength • Using pick-ups for sharp objects MCE Volunteer Policy

  9. Other Precautions to Consider • Do not share personal items • Store personal items in separate areas • Participants attend to their own 1st aid needs and dispose of their own waste • Wear gloves to dispose of personal litter • First Aid and Spill kits • Envelope of Life including health form MCE Volunteer Policy

  10. HIV & AIDS • No Mandatory Testing • Confidentiality • Universal Precautions • Treatment Protocol • No University Services for Volunteers • Reporting Requirement MCE Volunteer Policy

  11. Drug & Alcohol Abuse • Prohibited on University property & at activities • Rules & Standards of Conduct • Capable of performing duties • Employees and volunteers are prohibited from: • Abusing alcohol or drugs • Controlled substances offenses • Alcohol driving offense • Working and volunteering under the influence • Law Enforcement Agency Investigation • Disciplinary Sanctions MCE Volunteer Policy

  12. Smoking Policy • Federal & State Guidelines • Smoke-Free Environment • Prohibited in indoor locations • Prohibited outside within 15 feet of … • Building Entrance • Air Intake Duct • Window MCE Volunteer Policy

  13. Child Protection & Abuse • Maryland Code • Report suspected abuse or neglect to … • Local Department of Social Services • Local Law Enforcement Agency • Educators and volunteers must report within 48 hours MCE Volunteer Policy

  14. Sexual Harassment • Unwelcome Sexual Advances • Unwelcome Sexual Requests • Other Unwelcome Sexual Behavior • Informal Complaint • Formal Complaint MCE Volunteer Policy

  15. Affirmative Action • Open to All • Without regard to … • All Reasonable Efforts • Record Keeping MCE Volunteer Policy

  16. Americans with Disabilities Act • Accessibility Issues • Visual & Hearing Impairments • Advanced Notification • Reasonable Accommodations MCE Volunteer Policy

  17. Risk Management Procedures • What is Risk Management? • Goals • Overview of the Process • Identify the Risk • Measure the Risk MCE Volunteer Policy

  18. Risk Management (continued) • Controlling or Financing Risk • Avoid, Eliminate or Reduce Risk • Transfer Risk Control to Others • Retain the Risk • Transfer Financial Responsibility to Others • Insure the Risk • Manage Claims and Losses • MCE Incident and Accident Reports • Monitor and Make Changes MCE Volunteer Policy

  19. Credits • Thanks to the Maryland 4-H Volunteer Curriculum Committee for developing this presentation and especially to Dr. Debbie Bowman for her significant contribution. Rebecca Davis, Karol Dyson and Aaron Gravelle also contributed. Dan Tabler was the principal author. MCE Volunteer Policy

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