8450.05 - EMERGENCY TEMPORARY TELECOMMUTING POLICY (ETTP)

In order to protect the health and safety of the District's employees, to contain the spread of COVID-19, and in compliance with the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) Emergency Rules, the Board of Education enacts this temporary emergency telecommuting policy for employees capable of performing their work assignment from home.  For the duration of this policy, the District prohibits in-person work for employees to the extent that their work activities can feasibly be performed remotely.  Such remote assignment for work activities shall be determined by the Superintendent.

Due to the nature of public education and the District's COVID 19 extended learning plan, not all employees are able to work remotely.  Moreover, the nature of the District's business and operations requires daily interaction at the school buildings and at other designated facilities. Accordingly, this policy is temporary in nature and shall not be construed to create an entitlement to telecommute in the future, and it in no way changes the terms and conditions of employment with the District.  This policy will cease to be in effect consistent with the end of the current COVID-19 health emergency, consistent with State law and applicable Executive Order/Rule, and as determined by the Superintendent and approved by the Board.  Employees who are directed to work from home under this Policy will be notified by the Superintendent when to return to their regular work stations and locations. Requests for continued telecommuting will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

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