Scope
Individuals must conduct themselves appropriately with children who participate in University-related programs and report instances or suspicion of physical or sexual abuse of children.
Policy Statement
The State University of New York, College at »Ê¹Ú²©²ÊÍøÖ· is committed to protecting the safety and well-being of children who participate in University-related programs and activities, whether on or off campus, or utilize campus facilities for activities including, but not limited to, sports camps, academic enrichment programs and research studies.
Definitions
Policy
I. Prohibited Conduct
A Covered Person shall not:
1. Be alone with a child, unless the covered person is a relative or guardian of the child, unless one-on-one contact is approved in accordance with a determination pursuant to Section IV.2 of this policy. In no event shall a Covered Person, who is not a relative or guardian of a child, be alone with the child in a restroom, locker room, shower, sleeping area, or vehicle.
2. Engage in physical abuse or sexual abuse of a child.
3. Engage in the use of alcohol or illegal drugs, or be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs during Covered Activities.
4. Enable, facilitate, or fail to address a child's use of alcohol or illegal/non-prescribed drugs.
5. Contact a child through electronic media, including social media, for the purpose of engaging in any prohibited conduct, including sexual conduct.
6. Offer or make a gift to a child for the p