Cell Phones

This notice serves to establish guidelines for the use of cell phones within the LECOM community. These regulations are designed to maintain a focused, productive, and secure environment while ensuring compliance with workplace and educational standards.

Regulations

  1. Minimization of Cell Phone Usage:
    • Cell phone usage should be kept to a minimum.
    • Cell phone use must not interfere with ongoing classes, work responsibilities, or professional duties.
  2. Prohibition of Cell Phones in Class:
    • The use of cell phones during class sessions is strictly prohibited.
    • The only exception is for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) notifications when necessary.
  3. Cell Phone Usage While Driving on LECOM Business:
    • The use of cell phones while driving on LECOM business is prohibited.
    • This includes making calls, texting, or using any mobile applications while operating a vehicle.
  4. Cell Phone Camera Usage Policy:
    • Authorized Use Only: Employees may only use cell phone cameras for work-related purposes as part of their assigned duties. Any personal use during work hours is prohibited.
    • Ownership of Content: all photos, videos, and other media captured in the course of duty are the sole property of LECOM. Employees may not retain, share, or distribute such media without written authorization from LECOM management.
    • Privacy and Confidentiality: Employees must respect privacy laws and LECOM policies by not capturing or sharing images containing sensitive, personal, or proprietary information. Photography or recording in restricted areas, including patient care facilities and confidential meetings, is strictly prohibited without prior approval.
    • Storage and Security: Work-related media must only be stored in LECOM-approved systems. Employees are prohibited from saving or transferring such media to personal devices, cloud storage, or third-party applications.
    • Enforcement and Disciplinary Action: Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action, including suspension, termination, or legal consequences. LECOM reserves the right to inspect and request access to work-related media on employee devices to ensure compliance.

Acknowledgement and Compliance

All members of the LECOM community are expected to adhere to these policies to ensure a safe, efficient, and professional educational and work environment. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action.