For the purposes of this policy, violent behavior is defined as:

• Physically harming or threatening to harm an individual, group of individuals, or relatives of those individuals.

• The possession on University property or at University sponsored activities of weapons of any kind, unless specifically authorized by the director of human resources, or the brandishing of any object that could reasonably be perceived as a weapon.

• Loud, angry or disruptive behavior that is not appropriate to the work environment.

• Callous or intentional disregard for the physical safety or well being of others.

• Intentional destruction of University or employee property.

• Commission of a felony or misdemeanor on University property.

• Any other conduct that a reasonable person would perceive as constituting a threat of violence.

            Any employee who is subjected to, witnesses or has knowledge of violent behavior of any of the types listed above, or has reason to believe that violent behavior may occur at or in connection with the activities of the University of Dayton, is required to report it promptly to his/her supervisor, or to the director of human resources. Employees should feel free to raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal, and the University will treat such reports as confidential to the extent circumstances permit.

This site is maintained by the Office of Human Resources.  Direct questions to Stefanie.Rich@notes.udayton.edu.

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