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University Loss Control Committee Charter
Background and History
The State of North Dakota Risk Management requires all agencies to have a Loss Control Committee. Prior to the state mandated committee, the University of North Dakota for many years had a Safety Committee that met quarterly. A training session was held in June 1996 and the first Loss Control Committee meeting was held January 28, 1997. The Loss Control Committee is to serve as a mechanism for protecting the University students, employees, and visitors from injury and to minimize liability and property damage.
Classification/Terms of Appointment
The Loss Control Committee will be a Finance and Operations Division standing committee. The Charter will be reviewed annually by the Committee which will provide recommendations for any charter update or amendment to the Vice President for Finance and Operations for consideration.
Formal Charges
The Committee will be advisory to the Vice President for Finance and Operations. The objectives are 1) establish policy for safe use of University properties in compliance with all federal, state, local and University regulations; 2) maintenance of a safe and healthful academic environment; 3) maintenance of a safe and healthful work environment; and 4) adherence to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injury and illness.
Reporting Channels/Procedures
The Committee reports to the Vice President for Finance and Operations.
Membership
The Committee will be composed of members representing a cross-section of the University community. UND Safety staff and Associate General Counsel will serve as Ex-Officio members. An official committee member may designate an alternate from their department with voting rights to attend in their absence.
Appointment
All members will be appointed in writing by the Vice President for Finance and Operations.
Membership Terms
Committee members serve a term of three years except for student representatives who serve until they graduate. In the January meeting, members whose terms are expiring will be asked whether they wish to continue to serve or a new member will be selected to represent that area by the Vice President for Finance and Operations. Terms will be staggered to provide continuity.
Officers
The Committee chair is appointed by the Vice President for Finance and Operations. Any one of the sub-committee chairs designated by the Chair may serve as Vice-Chair.
Subcommittees
Specific task-oriented subcommittees may be appointed by the Chair as need dictates and may include other University personnel.
Relationship to Other University Committees
This Committee will take into account and work closely with all University and ad hoc committees relevant to aspects of safety, risk management and loss prevention.
Frequency of Meetings
This Committee will meet no less than quarterly but may meet more frequently if situations warrant a special called meeting by the Chair.
Notice of Meetings/Meeting Agenda and Support Material
All meetings are considered open except for a specific closed portion of the meeting used to review specific incidents and claims. The Office of the Secretary of State is notified of meeting dates and posted notice must be given in advance of all meetings. A notice of each meeting and its agenda will be posted on or near the meeting room door. Agendas are posted in strategic locations around the campus for the best exposure. Coordination of meetings is the responsibility of the Chair.
Committee Minutes
Committee minutes will be kept and distributed to all members.
Committee Reports
Committee reports and recommendations will be prepared and appropriately distributed as ongoing Committee activities dictate. As the office of record, the Campus Safety and Security Office will maintain committee minutes and reports pursuant to the records retention schedule.
Staff Support
Direct staff assistance will be provided by Campus Safety & Security.
Meeting Quorum
A quorum of the voting members or their designated alternates is necessary for conducting official business but must include the Chair or designated Vice-Chair, at least one member of each sub-committee, and one Ex-Officio member.
Amendment to this Charter
Should any amendment to this Charter be required, the appointing official will work closely with the Loss Control Committee in deriving amendments suitable to all parties and the amended charter will be completed, signed, and issued in a timely manner. When initiative for such amendment comes from the committee, a written request from the Chair to the appointing official will be required.
This University Committee Charter is effective as of September 01, 2001.
Revisions made: July 1, 2002
Revisions made: March 1, 2010
Revisions made: January 19, 2011
Revisions made: October 19, 2011
Approved
- Robert O. Kelley
President
- Alice Brekke
Vice President for Finance and Operations