• Determine whether the work can continue to be performed remotely. 
• Refer to the HR Guidance document for Supervisors.

If work cannot be performed remotely, proceed to Step 2.

STEP 2:

• Confirm with your Chair/Dean/Director that you have permission to resume working on campus.

STEP 3:

• Develop a Safety Plan for your work unit in consultation with your local safety committee and employees. 
• Use WorkSafeBC Safety Plan template for guidance.
• Refer to the SFU COVID-19 Guidance on Safe Work on Campus document for more detailed information and the SRS Office Safety Plan is provided as a departmental example.

When do I need to prepare a Safety Plan? If you are coming to campus to briefly pick up something from your office, then you don’t have to do the training or prepare a Safety Plan. If you are regularly coming to campus to work, event for a few hours at the time then you should complete the training and prepare a Safety Plan.

Note: shared spaces, including washrooms, elevators and study areas will be addressed by Facilities Services.

STEP 4:

• Submit the draft Safety Plan to your Chair/Dean/Director for approval.

STEP 5:

• Submit the approved plan to SRS.
• Post a physical copy in the work area. 
• Share the plan with all impacted employees.

STEP 6:

• Procure the necessary barrier, cleaning/disinfection and PPE supplies as identified in your Safety Plan. 
• Work cannot resume on campus until all required supplies are obtained.

STEP 7:

• Post signage and install decals/tape in the work area as needed. 
• Use the COVID-19 Signage Toolkit to print and order posters and decals.

STEP 8:

• Ensure that all employees already working or resuming work on campus complete the COVID-19 Awareness and Safe Return to Work training module. 
• Confirm completion by requesting copies of employees’ training certificates.

• SFU Covid-19 Recovery Framework
• SFU Covid-19 Guidance on Safe Work on Campus
• Physical distancing protocol
• Cleaning and disinfection protocol
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
• WorkSafeBC Safety Plan template
• SRS Office Safety Plan (example)
• Covid-19 Awareness and Safe Return to Work training module
• Covid-19 Signage Toolkit
• Working alone or in isolation
• Guidance for COVID-19 Safety Plan Inspections 

• Tips and guidelines for the home office 
• Creative Ways to Apply Ergonomic Principles at Home
• Working from home and the heat
• SFU Guidance for Researchers 

• SFU Community Covid-19 FAQs
• SFU Research FAQs
• Human Resources Services available during Covid-19
• Student Support and Services