Workplace Health & Safety

HOW TO SET UP YOUR WORK SPACE ERGONOMICALLY

1. As you set up your work space, consider the science of ergonomics, which seeks to adjust the work environment to the individual. It helps you promote healthy posture while accomplishing daily tasks, thus reducing the risk of injury.
2. Set up your computer so that you are an arm's length from the screen. The monitor should be at or below eye level to help prevent eye fatigue.
3. Use an adjustable table for proper monitor and keyboard height.
4. Attach a document holder to the computer screen to minimize neck and eye strain.
5. Purchase a headset if you are on the phone frequently. This enables you to write or use your computer while on the phone without putting stress on your neck.
6. Get an adjustable chair so you can swivel and move across the floor easily.
7. Adjust lighting so there is minimal glare in your work area. Turn off overhead lights and use task lights in your immediate work area. Close blinds or curtains to minimize glare.
8. Attach a glare screen to your computer to reduce eye strain.
9. Clear your immediate work area of any supplies or objects so that you can move about freely without touching or bumping into things.
10. Remove from your desk any papers, books or supplies that you do not use daily. These can be stored in drawers, files, or other places that won't interfere with your work area.

Source: ehow.com

Policy Spotlight

The Administrative/Staff Handbook can be found here or on the "V" drive at: V:\PUBLIC\HR\HANDBOOK

TUITION REMISSION - EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2009

Effective June 1, 2009 all full-time administrators and staff are eligible for tuition remission for spouses and dependents (through age 23) for baccalaureate work in the traditional undergraduate program (not to exceed 130 semester units) and fifth year credential work (not to exceed 36 semester units).There is a one year eligibility waiting period. The reduction does not apply to fees. Classes that are audited are not covered by this benefit.Dependents must meet admission standards and must be enrolled as regular full-time students at CLU in order to receive this benefit. Dependents must complete a minimum of 12 semester credits at CLU before becoming eligible to receive tuition remission for the Study Abroad Program.

Full-time employees enrolled in graduate and credential programs will be eligible to receive 80% tuition remission.Full-time employees will be eligible to receive 100% tuition remission for the first class and 80% for the second class taken per term in the ADEP program.Employees are limited to receiving tuition remission for a maximum of two courses per term irrespective of the program in which they are enrolled. Tuition remission is available only to classes that are applied to the completion of a degree.

Administrators with half-time annual contracts or greater and staff who work 30 hours per week or more shall benefit proportionately to their hours of employment. Dependents are defined as natural or adopted children whose status qualifies them for exemption for federal income tax purposes. This policy excludes foreign exchange students and foster children.

Tuition remission for eligible spouses and unmarried dependents will be reduced by their scholarships and grants from other sources so that total scholarships and grants will not exceed California Lutheran University's tuition.Employees who are eligible for Cal Grants for their dependents are expected to apply through the Financial Aid Office each year by March 1st for grants awarded the following year.If a Cal grant is awarded to an employee's dependents, the University will continue to grant tuition remission.The combined total award from Cal Grant and CLU's tuition remission program may not exceed 100% of tuition costs.

Prior to registering for a course for which one is entitled to a tuition discount, it is the responsibility of the employee to first secure an application from the Human Resources Office. Only via this manner does the Business Office know what charges should be applied. This should be done at least two (2) weeks in advance of registration each term.

Administrators and staff who are enrolled in programs that require participation in internships and/or clinical practicum will be required to submit a written work schedule plan to their supervisors for approval each term in advance of enrolling in these classes.The plan must identify how enrollment in these classes will impact job performance.In order to retain eligibility for benefits, staff must work a minimum of 30 hours per week and administrators must have at least a half-time annual contract. A reduction in hours to these levels will impact vacation and sick leave accruals as well as the percentage of tuition remission granted.

Tuition remission for graduate work is available for employees only.

NEW ADDITION:

Tuition remission for the Ed.D. program is available to full-time employees on a limited basis beginning with the 2007-08 academic year.In order to be eligible to receive this benefit, employees must meet the enrollment criteria for admission to the program and be recommended by their respective dean or vice president.Tuition remission for this program will be awarded at 50% to no more than 20% of an entering doctoral cohort.(Example: Four CLU employees would be eligible to receive tuition remission in a cohort of 20 students; three employees would be eligible for this benefit in a cohort of 15). The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs must approve all of the tuition remission awards for this program.

Those individuals selected to receive this benefit are expected to remain employed at CLU for at least four years after completion of the Ed.D. program. If an employee does not remain at CLU for a full four years, he/she will be expected to repay the value of the tuition remission given on a prorated basis depending upon the actual years of service completed after earning an Ed.D.If the institution elects not to continue employment and initiates a separation, the recipient will not be expected to repay the value of the tuition remission.

If the university terminates the employment of an individual who is enrolled in classes or whose spouse and/or children are enrolled in classes, CLU will continue to grant tuition remission through that current semester.

Should an employee die or become permanently disabled while spouse and/or children are enrolled, California Lutheran University will continue to grant tuition remission through that current year. Future benefits are allowed deceased employee's spouse and children if the employee has been employed for 10 or more years.

TUITION REMISSION FOR ADMINISTRATORS AND FACULTY HIRED PRIOR TO JUNE 1, 1983

Eligibility age for unmarried dependents is under age 25.

Maximum reduction of tuition is 100 percent.

All other previous terms and conditions apply as specified above.

Tuition remission forms can be found here.