Utah Valley University faculty and staff need to know the federal, state and University
workplace laws, regulations, and policies listed below. Annual Notices are those notices that include a requirement to provide the information to all faculty
and staff on an annual basis. UVU satisfies that requirement by sending an electronic
reminder to employees annually to visit this page and review this information. Notices Required to be posted are those which are posted in People & Culture and are available to all faculty,
staff and applicants on this web page.
Annual Notices
- The Utah Protection of Public Employees Act protects employees who report in good faith any waste or misuse of public funds,
property, or labor; illegal or unethical conduct; abuse of authority; or gross mismanagement.
- The Family Educational Right and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, sets forth requirements regarding the privacy of student records.
- In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug Free Schools and
Communities Act of 1989, the Drug and Alcohol Program web page, and UVU Policy 155 Alcohol- and Drug-free Workplace, provide information on UVU’s drug and alcohol abuse program and resource information
for employees. For information regarding the Drug and Alcohol Prevention review, please
see the Biennial Review.
- Annual Campus Security & Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) crime statistics and safety-related policy information, as required by the Clery Act.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (UVU Policy 165) provides information about nondiscrimination in employment.
- Title IX and Non-Discrimination Policies (UVU Policy 162 & Policy 165) ensure a safe, non-discriminatory environment by prohibiting harassment and discrimination
based on protected classes in all university programs and activities.
- Conflict of Interest provides information regarding the obligations of employees under the Utah Public
Officers and Employees Ethics Act and UVU policy pertaining to conflict of interest.
- The EthicsPoint reporting system, with the option of anonymous reporting, allows anyone to report
issues or concerns that may involve unethical behavior, violations of law or policy,
potential conflicts of interest, theft, or other issues.
- Emergency Procedures provides information and guidance to employees on how to respond to various emergency
and disaster situations.
- Workplace Conduct (UVU Policy 326) describes UVU's commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Given the increasing level of violence in society, the institution has adopted guidelines
to deal with intimidation, harassment, or other threats of or acts of violence.
- Employment Responsibilities and Standards (UVU Policy 322) provides information about responsibilities and standards for employees.
- The Code of Conduct reflects requirements of federal and state law, Board of Regents' policies, and university
policies, procedures, and practices.
- The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) gives individuals a fundamental right to be informed of the privacy practices of
their health plans and of most of their health care providers, as well as to be informed
of their privacy rights with respect to their personal health information.
- Continuation of Health Coverage (COBRA) explains continuation of coverage, when it may become available to you and your family,
and what you need to do to protect your right to receive it.
- Medicare Part D Notice provides basic information about your current prescription drug coverage with Utah
Valley University and your options under Medicare's prescription drug coverage.
- Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) provides protection for individuals who elect breast reconstruction after a mastectomy.
- Newborns' and Mothers' Health Protection Act (NMHPA) includes important protections for mothers and their newborn children with regard
to the length of the hospital stay following childbirth.
- Premium Assistance regarding Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
Notices Required to be Posted in People & Culture and on the Web
