Bulletin One 2012 2013 Final.pdf - Fort Worth ISD

3.6 Return to Work (Employees)
Employees who are absent for a personal medical reason extending for a period of ten (10) or more consecutive
working days must apply for a leave of absence in the Employee Relations division of Human Capital
Management. An employee granted leave for a personal medical reason shall report to and receive clearance from
the Health Services Department before returning to work. The employee shall have a health care provider’s written
statement or release confirming the specific dates of the illness, specific restrictions, if any, and date the employee
may return to work. The Health Services Department shall notify and refer all employees who have been released
to return to work to the Employee relations division of Human Capital Management DEC (LOCAL).
3.7 Medical Restrictions (Employees)
Employees who have medical restrictions imposed upon them by their health care provider must report to the
Health Services Department. The health care provider must list the employee’s specific restrictions, limitations and
the duration of the restrictions. Employee Relations in conjunction with the employee’s supervisor, Health
Services, and if necessary, the Modified Duty Committee will make the final determination as to whether the
employee will be permitted to return to work with those restrictions.
3.8 Sick Leave Program (Employees)
Employees who have exhausted their state and local days and vacation days may be eligible to receive additional
days pursuant to the District’s Sick Leave Program (SLP). Leave days granted from the SLP shall be in accordance
with the Board-approved bylaws. Sick Leave Program applications are available in the Health Services Department
office.
3.9 Infectious Disease Control
The public school setting brings people together for long periods of time where they may be exposed to
many different germs. Although the environment cannot be made germ free, the harmful effects of germs
can be lessened by keeping their numbers at low levels. The risk of transmission of infectious disease can
be reduced by following the recommended guidelines.
If possible, avoid contact with body fluids. ―Body fluids‖ apply to blood, drainage from scrapes and cuts,
feces, urine, vomit, saliva and drainage from any orifice (i.e., nose, ears). If avoidance is not possible, it is
recommended that disposable vinyl or latex gloves be worn when direct hand contact with the body fluid
is anticipated (e.g., changing diapers, handling soiled clothing or cleaning mops used for cleaning vomit,
blood, urine and stool). Gloves should be discarded in a double lined bag or trash container. If gloves are
not worn, hands must be washed vigorously with soap and water under running water for approximately
twenty (20) seconds. Use a paper towel to turn off faucet. Dry hands thoroughly with a paper towel. Wash
hands before applying and after using gloves. According to Board Policy DBB (LEGAL)-B, the District is
required to follow the minimum standards set by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS)
Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
3.9.I Maintenance Responsibilities
12-13 SY Bulletin Number One 50 Revised: 10/9/2012