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BC’s Restart and how the plan will impact KPU
The provincial government has released B.C.’s Restart: A plan to bring us back together. This four-step plan maps out the gradual restart for the province, with a carefully staged approach to the loosening of public restrictions that were put in place to help curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus. While each step has an anticipated start date, each also has a set of criteria that must be met in order for the provisions of that step to take effect.
The first step began yesterday, May 25. The underlying criteria included:
- At least 60 percent of the population over the age of 18 vaccinated with their first dose;
- Stable COVID-19 case counts; and
- Stable COVID-19 hospitalizations.
During this phase, physical distancing is still required and masks are still mandatory in public indoor settings. This includes the public indoor areas at KPU.
Additionally, we are still reminded that if you or anyone in your family feels sick, you must not report to work, and should get tested immediately. Testing information can be found here. Employees are also reminded that they must continue to complete the Daily Health Assessment before coming to campus.
As you review the Restart plan, you will see that the advice to workplaces is to take a slow and careful approach to additional activity, including in-person meetings, until at least July. We will adhere to that approach, and so nothing will change in the near future regarding meetings and gatherings on campus except for in-person instruction and other limited activity that have an approved Safety Plan...
Preventative Measures
All employees and contractors working on campus must complete a health check prior to starting their shift. Anyone coming for a quick visit to campus must do the same.
Employees who are working on campus must complete KPU's online self-assessment form before starting their shifts. If for any reason you are unable to access the online tool, please call Security to confirm that you have met the requirements on this WorkSafe BC poster prior to beginning your shift.
All contractors working on campus will still be required to check-in with Security when they arrive on campus each day to confirm that they have met the requirements listed on this WorkSafe BC poster.
Students attending campus at KPU should complete a daily self-assessment prior to their arrival on campus. Completing the confidential B.C. COVID-19 Self-Assessment tool is the best way to perform this check as it aligns with the latest guidance from the B.C. Centre for Disease Control. See KPU’s student self-assessment page for more information.
If you have any of the symptoms or potential exposures listed on the poster, do not come to campus. Please consider calling 8-1-1 or contacting your health-care provider for advice. Any employee or contractor who refuses to take part in the health check will not be allowed to enter the workplace.
It is mandatory to wear a non-medical mask in all indoor public spaces on our campuses, including hallways, corridors, washrooms, lounges, atria and study areas, the libraries and the Bookstore. There are exceptions if you are eating or cannot wear a mask for medical reasons.
Program and department safety plans address the need to wear masks in classrooms and office spaces. Students and employees are to adhere the approved safety requirements when in those areas.
KPU asks that you wear a mask when you are outdoors on campus unless you can guarantee that you can stay at least six feet away from others at all times.
Accessing Campus Safely
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KPU Resources and Information
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Administrative Areas
Safety plans have been created for faculties, departments and projects at the university
Admission UpdatesKPU is committed to supporting applicants and newly admitted students during the pandemic
Assessment and Testing ServicesAssessment & Testing Services is offering online and on-campus admissions plus select distance education exams
Athletic and Recreation FacilitiesKPU's athletic and recreation facilities are closed but some classes are being held online
BookstoreCourse materials can be ordered online, with home shipping or curb-side pick up at KPU Surrey
Brew LabBrew Lab beer sales have changed as a result of COVID-19
Campus TransportationCampus shuttles are operating with reduced capacity to allow social distancing
Cleaning and SanitizingKPU has increased cleaning at all campuses with a particular focus on cleaning touch points
Education Delivery - Remote LearningMost classes are being delivered online. A limited number of courses follow a blended format
Education Delivery - Remote TeachingKPU Teaching and Learning has developed resources to help instructors teach online
Education Delivery - Experiential and In-Person LearningCourse safety plans have been created for classes where in-person teaching is essential
Employee ResourcesHuman Resources has a library of resources for employees
KPU EventsAll in-person KPU events have beeen cancelled until further notice
First AidKPU First Aid stations remain open with appropriate COVID protocols in place
Food Services and CateringFood and drink outlets operating at KPU have to apply provincial guidance
Indigenous Gathering PlaceIndigenous Services is providing support to students online
Indoor Common AreasBuilding access has been altered and safety measures installed where necessary
International StudentsKPU International has answers for international students to many frequently asked questions
Learning CentresAll tutoring and learning strategist appointments are now online
LibrariesKPU librarians are offering assistance remotely. Libraries are open with reduced hours and capacity
Mental Health - StudentsMental health support is available to KPU students 24/7 through My SSP
Mental Health - EmployeesKPU's Employee and Family Assistance Program is available for employees who need support
Multi-Faith CentresKPU's Multi-Faith chaplains are providing online support
Outdoor Campus SpacesOutdoor campus spaces are open, but campus visits are not encouraged at this time
Parking RefundsParking charges have been eliminated while KPU is primarily teaching remotely
ResearchUnless expressly exempt, face-to-face data collection must be socially distanced or suspended until human contact is allowed
SafetyPPE should be worn where physical distancing cannot be maintained
Student CounsellingCounselling services are being provided online and by phone
Student ResourcesStudent Services has a directory of resources available to support students
Travel RestrictionsKPU has cancelled all non-essential travel outside of Canada until further notice