Professional Etiquette And Dress Standards - UTMB SHP

1 UTMB CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES Handbook of Operating Procedures Section 1 General Policy Professional Etiquette and Dress Standards Effective: 08/15/2003 Revised: 6/20/2016 Reviewed: 08/25/2017 Author: Clinical Laboratory Sciences Professional Etiquette And Dress Standards Continued on next Page 1 of 5 Purpose The Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences expects students to Dress and conduct themselves in an appropriate and Professional manner at all times throughout his/her enrollment in the school.

2 Faculty may disallow a student from class or clinical preceptorship if his/her appearance and behavior does not meet Professional Standards . CLS students, although not employees, are expected to abide by the UTMB Institutional Policies and Procedures. Additionally, because of safety concerns in the handling of biohazard materials and potentially hazardous equipment, the CLS Department has established its own specific Dress code, adhering to the UTMB guidelines outlined in IHOP Policy personal appearance . Identification Student identification badges will be worn by CLS students at all time while at the school and clinical preceptorships.

3 The student ID should clearly identify him/her as a clinical laboratory sciences student. Professional Etiquette 1. Punctuality. Students must be on time to class and stay the entire session. If the student is going to be late or needs to leave early, arrangements must be made with the instructor prior to class. 2. Breaks. Students should take advantage of formal breaks offered during lengthy classes. Only in rare instances should it be necessary for a student to leave and return to the classroom. 3. Smart Phone and Cell Phones.

4 Smart phone and cell phones must be switched off during class session. This includes both lectures and laboratories. If there is a need to reach a student in an emergency, the CLS main office number can be contacted. 4. Visitors. DEFINITIONS Child: Any person who is 17 years old or younger. Visitor: Any person who is not currently enrolled in a specific UTMB CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES Handbook of Operating Procedures Section 1 General Policy Professional Etiquette and Dress Standards Effective: 08/15/2003 Revised: 6/22/2016 Reviewed: 08/25/2017 Author: Clinical Laboratory Sciences Professional Etiquette And Dress Standards , Continued Continued on next Page 2 of 5 UTMB Clinical Laboratory Science course.

5 Classroom: Any room or place where a group of students meet at a regularly scheduled time to study or where classes are conducted. For the purposes of this policy, a classroom may be a lecture, laboratory or community service setting. POLICY Visitors, including children, are not allowed in classrooms unless they are enrolled participants in the class. An exception is permitted for classes or courses which there is the expressed permission of an administrator or teaching faculty to visit. All visitors are subject to all other University policies regarding the presence of children/minors and visitors on campus.

6 5. Conversations. If students have questions, they should ask them at appropriate times and should avoid talking or participating in other conversations during class. 6. Computers and Tablets. Computers in the classroom environment should be used for note taking or instructor approved activities. Web surfing, e-mail, and instant messaging are not allowed. Dress Code The UTMB Clinical Laboratory Sciences student is expected to report to work neat, clean, well-groomed and dressed in attire appropriate for their role at UTMB.

7 Dress Code: Lab Coats, Splash Shields, and Gloves The Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences will provide each student with a disposable laboratory coat with special safety features, one splash shield for face protection, eye goggles, and one Sharpie marker. Latex gloves will be provided in each laboratory. If a student has an allergy to latex or powder, they should inform the course instructor and non-latex gloves will be provided. While working in the student laboratory, laboratory coats, gloves and the face shield must be worn when appropriate.

8 These are not to be worn outside the laboratory These safety measures will increase laboratory safety. Dress Code: Attire 1. Extremes in fad or fashion that may be acceptable for social events or for recreational activities are not acceptable at a UTMB CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES Handbook of Operating Procedures Section 1 General Policy Professional Etiquette and Dress Standards Effective: 08/15/2003 Revised: 6/22/2016 Reviewed: 08/25/2017 Author: Clinical Laboratory Sciences Professional Etiquette And Dress Standards , Continued Continued on next Page 3 of 5 Professional school.

9 Shorts, cut-offs, tank tops, bare midriffs, low-cut tops, halters, cocktail or evening dresses, mini skirts are some examples of clothing that are considered inappropriate. 2. Tee shirts or any shirt with advertising, slogans, quips or quotes may not be worn at clinical preceptorships. (A slogan does not mean brand names discretely located on a shirt pocket). 3. Jeans and Shorts: Jeans and shorts may be worn to lecture classes. However, shorts may not be worn in the student laboratory. Additionally, jeans and shorts may not be worn during clinical preceptorships by CLS students.

10 4. Legs must be covered at all times while in the laboratory. Unprotected legs can be a safety hazard. If a student wears shorts to the classroom and wishes to wear pullover sweats or scrubs in the laboratory to cover the shorts and bare legs, this will be permissible. 5. To maintain the student s safety and Professional image, the following items are discouraged: a. Studs or rings in any visible body pierce other than the ears b. Visible tattoos 6. Students must wear appropriate undergarments at all times. 7. Extremely brief or revealing clothing are inappropriate in the school and laboratory environment and are prohibited.