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

2. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy2 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

3. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy3 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

4. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy4 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

5. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy5 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

6. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy6 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

7. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy7 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

8. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy8 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

9. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy9 Other Precautions to Consider Do not share personal items Store personal items in separate areas Participants attend to their own 1 st 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

10. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy10 HIV & AIDS No Mandatory Testing Confidentiality Universal Precautions Treatment Protocol No University Services for Volunteers Reporting Requirement

11. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy11 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

12. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy12 Smoking Policy Federal & State Guidelines Smoke-Free Environment Prohibited in indoor locations Prohibited outside within 15 feet of … Building Entrance Air Intake Duct Window

13. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy13 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

14. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy14 Sexual Harassment Unwelcome Sexual Advances Unwelcome Sexual Requests Other Unwelcome Sexual Behavior Informal Complaint Formal Complaint

15. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy15 Affirmative Action Open to All Without regard to … All Reasonable Efforts Record Keeping

16. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy16 Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Issues Visual & Hearing Impairments Advanced Notification Reasonable Accommodations

17. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy17 Risk Management Procedures What is Risk Management? Goals Overview of the Process Identify the Risk Measure the Risk

18. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy18 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

19. 12/05/04 revisedMCE Volunteer Policy19 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.