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Workplace Violence

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POLICY

Aurora University is committed to a working, learning and social environment which is free of violence. Understanding and mutual respect toward all members of the Aurora University community are intrinsic to excellence in teaching and learning, to the existence of a safe workplace, and to the maintenance of a campus culture and environment which serves the needs of its many constituencies.

Aurora University prohibits any violent act, threat of violence or any behavior which by intent, action, or outcome harms another person. Accordingly, possession of firearms, ammunition, and/or weapons of any kind is not allowed on campus unless authorized for law enforcement personnel or as designated by the Vice President for Finance.

For the purpose of this policy, violence and threats of violence include, but are not limited to:

• Any act that is physically assaultive; or
• Any threat, behavior or action that is interpreted by a reasonable person to carry potential:
  • To harm or endanger the safety of others;
  • To result in an act of aggression; or
  • To destroy or damage property.

To fulfill this policy, the university will work to prevent violence from occurring through training, education, awareness and reporting and will ensure that federal and state laws, as well as university regulations prohibiting violence are enforced. Employees are required to report immediately to Human Resources anyknown or alleged threats of violence, including restraining orders and orders of protection, as these have the potential to affect the university community.

Any situation that poses an immediate danger to oneself or others must be reported to the police by dialing 911.

RELATED POLICIES

HR-100 Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Statement 
HR-101 Anti-Harassment and Anti-Sexual Harassment
HR-102 Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace
HR-340 Leave of Absence – Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence
HR-606 Standards of Performance and Conduct
A-Book (Student Handbook)
Faculty Handbook

Questions regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources.