University Off Campus Activities & Travel Policies
October, 2011
The Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences would like to ensure that all EAS personnel are kept updated on new policies concerning Off Campus Activities and Travel Policies. You are encouraged to go to the Field Research Office for more information on this topic at: http://www.fieldoffice.ualberta.ca
Current Safety Information
University of Alberta: Field Research Office
The Field Research Office was formed in 2007 in response to concerns about the increasing requirements, regulations and responsibilities for researchers. This was developed to facilitate off-campus research activities both nationally and internationally.
http://www.ualberta.ca/FIELDOFFICE/
The Bear Videos
The Bear Videos will be shown on upon request
Read the Bear Awareness/Avoidance information under Field Safety prior to viewing the Bear Videos. Watching the two videos will complete your bear training.
For available CPR & First Aid Courses offered at the U of A:
Go to: CPR & First Aid to find the list of available courses offered on campus. For off campus courses check under First Aid Courses on the side bar. The Earth & Atmospheric Standard First Aid course will be offered prior to the EAS Field Schools heading out.
Driving University Vehicles
For available Defensive Driving or Driver's Evaluation Courses: Go to the U-Drive Site and check under Recent Updates to see when courses are offered.
WHMIS & EAS Safety information is now online - contact Diane Caird for a password.
Please send any suggestions or comments to:
Diane Caird
ESB B-06
(780) 492-1122
Diane.caird@ualberta.ca
