With the field research and conference season approaching, this notice is a reminder of the available University policies and resources:
- the Off-Campus Activities, Research and Field Trips policy [1] outlines general requirements for activities including research occurring outside of University facilities
- the EHS Field Research Planning online course [2] that introduces topics such as general field safety, transportation, insurance and contingency planning,
- the Field Research Safety Plan (form) [3]
For research not in Canada:
- Centre for International Programs – Safe Travel Information [4] webpage includes information such as:
- the Safe International Travel for Students Policy [5] that outlines assessment and authorization requirements for students traveling abroad
- DepartSmart, the University’s pre-departure orientation for travel outside of Canada
- Travel health insurance coverage available to students travelling outside of Canada
- Links to Global Affairs Canada Travel resources