Cell Phones or Similar Devices at Work

(Knowledge Base) is aware that employees utilize their personal or company-supplied cellular phones for business purposes.  At the same time, cell phones are a distraction in the workplace.  To ensure the effectiveness of instruction/hands-on activities, in addition to safety of all employees; all employees are asked to leave cell phones at their desk or out of the working/learning environment.  Nevertheless, on the unusual occasion of an emergency or anticipated emergency that requires immediate attention, please inform your supervisor and ask for guidance.

Employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary actions, up to and including employment termination.

PURPOSE

(A concise statement of the rationale for the policy, including if appropriate, reference to external regulation, further policy discussion, etc. Provide a summary (in one paragraph) and clearly state the important policy content (e.g., who will or will not do what and in what context).

APPLICABILITY

(Exactly whom the policy applies to and the consequences for non-compliance, if applicable.)

POLICY STATEMENT

(A concise statement of the policy.)

IMPLEMENTATION PROCEDURES

(Provide detailed procedures that are necessary to carry out the intent of the policy.)

DEFINITIONS

(Definitions of terms – as needed.)

REFERENCES

(Cite related laws, regulations, or policies. Give complete references and ensure that documents cited are readily available. If needed, provide additional background discussion here.)

RESPONSIBILITY

(State who is responsible for assuring adherence to this policy and what the specific responsibilities are.)

RESOURCES AND TRAINING

Identify the office and specific individual position/ title – with telephone number and email address, as appropriate – that should be contacted for interpretations, resolution of problems, and special situations