Understanding Unit Responsibilities: Safety and Accommodation

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 8:00 am - 10:00 am EST (GMT -05:00)

Understanding Unit Responsibilities: Safety and Accommodation

Location: United College Greenhouse Room (UC 164)  

Facilitator: Jennifer Gillies and Kate Windsor

Description

Among the legislated responsibilities of the university, we are required to provide a safe environment for learning and working and one which is free from discrimination, harassment, and violence and to accommodate students who have a disability. It is important for leaders of academic units and supervising employees, and those working directly with students to understand what it means to meet these obligations. In this session, we will learn about two sets of responsibilities. Kate WindsorDirector of Safety will discuss the role of units in ensuring compliance with legislation, programs and standards, particularly Policy 34 and the Health, Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS). Jennifer Gillies, Vice Associate Provost, Campus Support and Accessibility will build awareness around our obligations stemming from the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and other statutory requirements, noting the supports available to uphold these requirements, describe our duty to accommodate as defined by the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the limits to student accommodation. Both will be available to answer questions and to direct you to additional supports. Breakfast provided.

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Accessibility

The University of Waterloo is committed to achieving barrier-free accessibility for persons with disabilities who are studying, working, or visiting at Waterloo. If you have questions concerning access, such as parking, building layouts, or obtaining information in alternative formats, or wish to request accommodations for an ALP event, please contact Martin Cooke via email (alp@uwaterloo.ca) o and include the session’s title and date. Please note that some accommodations may require time to arrange.