2020 Archdiocese of Atlanta Employee Policy Manual/September 2020 - Manual / Resource - Page 64
4.15
BREAK TIME FOR NURSING & BREASTFEEDING
In accordance with the Georgia Lactation Break Law (HB 1090) the Archdiocese of Atlanta shall,
provide reasonable break times to working mothers who desire to express breast milk at their
worksite during working hours. Employees must be provided with a location, other than a
restroom, where they can express milk in private. Break time must be paid at the employee’s
regular rate of pay. Exempt employees will not be required to use accrued leave as a result of such
breaks.
4.16
CHILDREN IN THE WORKPLACE
Except for unexpected emergencies, employees should not bring children to the workplace because
of possible impact on co-workers as well as potential liability. All exceptions must have prior
approval by the Pastor, Principal, Department Head or Immediate Supervisor.
When approval is granted, children must be closely supervised by the employee and remain in the
appropriate work area. At no time should children be allowed to access office equipment or
supplies. Children must be monitored and not left roaming alone.
4.17
TELECOMMUTING POLICY
Telecommuting is an alternative working arrangement which allows employees to work from
home or another satellite location as a part of their regular workweek.
This arrangement may be offered for select positions to benefit both the Archdiocese and the
employee. The arrangement should not change the terms and conditions of employment and may,
at times be a temporary arrangement between the employee and the Department Head or
immediate supervisor.
Approval for this arrangement is at the discretion of the Department Head, immediate supervisor,
Pastor or Principal. Employees who perform work through this arrangement are required to
schedule their day according to regular working hours in order to be accessible to fellow workers.
This includes checking in with the office regularly and keeping their immediate supervisor
informed of working hours and location as well as status on assignments and projects. The
employee’s presence is required for all departmental and staff meetings.
Employees may use personal computer equipment while telecommuting and are required to have
reliable internet access. The employee will be responsible for maintenance and repair of his/her
own personal equipment used for the approved telecommuting arrangement. In rare occasions, the
need for special software or equipment may be necessary, which would require the use of
equipment provided by the Archdiocese for use at a remote location by authorized persons. Only
in these rare occasions will the Archdiocese Technical Support Staff provide for repairs and
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