Public Health Emergency Response Policy

  1. Issued:July 16, 2020
  2. Revised:July 29, 2022
  3. Last Reviewed:July 29, 2022
  4. Policy Number: FO-80
  5. Responsible Office:The Office of the Chancellor
  6. Policy Contact: Brian Brauer
    Executive Director of Emergency Management
    brbrauer@illinois.edu
    Awais Vaid
    Director McKinley Health Center
    awaisv@illinois.edu
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Purpose

To maximize the safety and health of the campus community during a Pandemic or other Public Health Emergency.

Scope

This policy applies to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (“university”) community, including students, faculty, staff and visitors.

Authority

The Office of the Chancellor is responsible for maintaining and implementing this policy. Pursuant to the University of Illinois Statutes and The General Rules Concerning University Organization and Procedure, the Chancellor is the chief executive officer for the campus and is responsible for safety of personnel and property on the campus.

Additionally, the Student Code (specifically § 2-701) provides the Chancellor with the authority to put “into effect regulations, procedures or measures deemed necessary or appropriate to meet an emergency, to safeguard persons and property, and to maintain educational activities.”

Policy

It is the duty of all members of the university community as well as all visitors to the campus to take necessary health and safety precautions to help protect one another during a Pandemic or other Public Health Emergency. During such a Public Health Emergency, the campus will employ strategies and resources as part of a public health campaign. This campaign may include imposing restrictions on certain behaviors or requiring individuals to take specific actions.

Definitions

“Pandemic” means an outbreak of a disease across a country or the world

“Public Health Emergency” means (as defined by 20 ILCS 3305) an occurrence or imminent threat of an illness or health condition that:

(a) is believed to be caused by any of the following:

  1.  bioterrorism;
  2. the appearance of a novel or previously controlled or eradicated infectious agent or biological toxin;
  3.  a natural disaster;
  4. a chemical attack or accidental release; or
  5. a nuclear attack or accident; and

(b) poses a high probability of any of the following harms:

  1. a large number of deaths in the affected population;
  2. a large number of serious or long-term disabilities in the affected population; or
  3. widespread exposure to an infectious or toxic agent that poses a significant risk or substantial future harm to a large number of people in the affected population.

Processes / Procedures / Guidelines

The university will work with local, state, national and global health officials as needed in responding to a Public Health Emergency. As each emergency presents a different set of risks and responses, the university’s actions, procedures and guidelines may vary. In all cases, the university’s primary goal in adopting and implementing procedures and guidelines and in taking action in response to a Public Health Emergency will be to maximize the safety of the university community.

Non-compliance

The university seeks to achieve compliance with its safety and health measures through educational efforts; however, failure of individuals to follow safety and health requirements may result in disciplinary action according to relevant student or employment policies and procedures.

Exceptions

Some individuals may be exempt from, or unable to comply with, the requirements of certain guidance, requirements, or procedures adopted by the university in response to a Public Health Emergency. Reasons for an exemption or an accommodation may include, but are not limited, to, disability, medical condition, religious beliefs or observances, and other grounds established by applicable federal or state law or university policy. When issuing guidance, requirements, or procedures pursuant to this policy, the university shall include relevant information on exemptions or accommodations and how students and employees should submit requests.

Contact

Brian Brauer
Executive Director of Emergency Management
brbrauer@illinois.edu

Awais Vaid
Director McKinley Health Center
awaisv@illinois.edu

  1. Issued:July 16, 2020
  2. Revised:July 29, 2022
  3. Last Reviewed:July 29, 2022
  4. Policy Number: FO-80
  5. Responsible Office:The Office of the Chancellor
  6. Policy Contact: Brian Brauer
    Executive Director of Emergency Management
    brbrauer@illinois.edu
    Awais Vaid
    Director McKinley Health Center
    awaisv@illinois.edu
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  2. Access Security Systems
  3. Accident Investigation Procedures
  4. Acquiring Energy-consuming Equipment
  5. Aerial Activities Over, On, or In Campus Property
  6. Alcohol Management Policy
  7. Appropriate Use of Computers and Network Systems
  8. Approval of Project Involving the Addition, Modification, or Deletion of Physical Facilities (“Site Approvals”)
  9. Art in Public Spaces
  10. Assignment of Campus Car Pool Vehicles to Departments
  11. Automated External Defibrillators (AED)
  12. Banner (Vexilla) Displays
  13. Bicycle Regulations
  14. Building Emergency Action and Business Continuity Plans
  15. Building Regulations
  16. Building Signage
  17. Campus Demonstrations and Protests
  18. Campus Environmental Health and Safety
  19. Campus Threat Assessment
  20. Carpeting and Drapery
  21. Clery Act
  22. Computer Security
  23. Connection to IllinoisNet
  24. Decorations, Displays, and Christmas Trees
  25. Department-Owned Non-Passenger Vehicles and Equipment
  26. Disaster Recovery Contract for Services Activation
  27. Disposal of Magnetic Media
  28. Distribution of Building Plan Documents and Architectural Drawings
  29. Division of Responsibility
  30. Emergency Communication Systems
  31. Emergency Plans
  32. Expressive Activity on Campus
  33. Fire Safety
  34. Fire Safety Compliance, Reports, Information, and Education
  35. Fire Safety Regulations for Scenery and Set Decorations
  36. Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) in Campus Buildings
  37. In-Line Skates, Roller Skates, Skateboards, e-Scooters, and Self-Balancing Personal Transportation Devices
  38. Information Security
  39. Installation of Equipment Requiring Special or Controlled Climatic Conditions
  40. Lawn Signs
  41. Limited Use and Reservation of the University Quadrangle
  42. Loaned Art
  43. Low Voltage Media Installation
  44. Motor Vehicles in Buildings
  45. Multimedia Accessibility
  46. Net Zero Space Growth
  47. Open Flames
  48. Operating Unlicensed Motorized Vehicles on Pathways
  49. Operation of Electronic Devices While Operating University Vehicles and Equipment
  50. Organization and Responsibilities of Facilities & Services
  51. Outdoor Displays
  52. Parking Regulations
  53. Personal Property Used on Campus
  54. Personal Protective Equipment
  55. Possession of Weapons
  56. Procurement of Construction Services
  57. Project Management Fees on Capital Construction Projects
  58. Property Security
  59. Public Health Emergency Response Policy
  60. Radio Frequency Spectra
  61. Radio Licenses, Applications and Renewals, and Federal Communication Commission Maintenance and Inspection Requirements
  62. Requesting Work Order Service
  63. Reservation of University Property
  64. Scattering of Cremated or Human Remains on University Property
  65. Security Cameras
  66. Service, Emotional Support (Assistance), and Other Animals
  67. Smoke and Tobacco-Free Campus
  68. Storm Sewer Usage
  69. Three-Wheel Scooters
  70. Underground Utility Damage Prevention
  71. Unit Risk Management Coordinator
  72. University Resources for Political Campaign Activities
  73. University Security Alarms
  74. University Vehicle Signage
  75. Utility Services
  76. Vehicle Accident Reporting Requirements
  77. Vehicles Using University Grounds
  78. Violence Prevention and Response
  79. Working Alone