- Absence and reintegrationUT is committed to the sustainable deployment of employees. It may happen that you are absent due to illness. On this page, you will find (background) information on absence & reintegration. This gives you an idea of the steps that the various stakeholders have to take in order to implement the process in accordance with the 'Wet Poortwachter'. The agreements surrounding absenteeism and reintegration are established in the Absenteeism Guideline. How to call in sick? Call in sick by mobile? Use the AFAS Pocket app! Looking for 'Absence and absence prevention for managers'? Arbo Unie becomes De Bedrijfspoli As of 1 January 2023, our occupational Health and Safety services has changed from Arbo Unie to De Bedrijfspoli. Colleagues affected have been notified personally. De Bedrijfspoli De Bedrijfspoli focuses on the sustainable development of employees' health. This means that if you fall ill, you can take responsibility, with the support of De Bedrijfspoli and UT, for your own health. For more information about our
- Free period products pilot at UT - #PeriodTFor many people, having periods and using period products is part of life. It is simply just as normal as that you need toilet paper and soap to have a comfortable bathroom experience. Wouldn't it be a relief to quickly get a tampon or pad when you urgently need one? But to us, tackling period poverty and at the same time promoting social inclusion are at least equally strong motives to offer free period products. For these reasons, UT is planning to start a free period products pilot. Several bathrooms in Ravelijn and Techmed Centre have been equipped with a cabinet providing sustainable and biodegradable Yoni period products that everyone can use free of charge. Initiated by the UReka student faction and in collaboration with the Student Union, EQUITY Group of P-Nut, CFM and DE&I Team, the pilot has started and will run till at least the first of April 2023. We are here to support you. Let us know what you think It certainly is convenient for people - whether they work, study or simply visit UT - to be offered
- Harmful noiseProlonged exposure to harmful noise levels can cause permanent hearing loss The higher the sound levels and the longer the exposure to them, the bigger the risk of hearing loss and the more severe it is. The scientific understanding is that exposure to a sound level of no more than 80 dB(A) for eight hours per days is still barely safe. The maximum sound levels for exposure of less than eight hours are listed in the below table. Any exposure to the sound levels beyond the time limits indicated may cause hearing loss. Maximum daily unprotected exposure time per sound level 80 dB(A) 83 dB(A) 86 dB(A) 89 dB(A) 8 hours 4 hours 2 hours 1 hour Besides hearing loss (auditive effect), non-auditive effects like fatigue, testiness, dizziness, raised blood pressure, stress, startle reflexes and loss of perception may also occur. Noise-induced hearing loss cannot be cured! Noise is not just a health hazard, it can also disrupt communication and break one's concentration when performing tasks. LEGISLATION Dutch legislation
- Health improvement activitiesSmall changes can add up to big health benefits The UT organizes various activities to help you gain a better overview of your lifestyle and improve it where necessary. An overview of these activities is provided below. Dietician Many people are concerned with healthy living and eating. A dietician is the specialist in the field of nutrition linked to lifestyle and health and can best help you with questions, plans and adjustments. If you have a question about (healthy) food or food-related complaints, you can visit the consultation hour of dietician Marike ten Oever. She organizes a walk-in consultation hour every first Wednesday afternoon of the month. 20 minutes are reserved per person in which you can ask your question and if necessary a screening can be carried out. A screening can consist of measuring weight, BMI, fat%, waist measurement, blood pressure. On the basis of this information, she will provide personal advice and, if necessary, will provide information about a possible follow-up trajectory in
- Health improvement policiesA healthy physical and social environment is a pleasant place to work The University of Twente attaches great importance to our staff members being able to perform their work with pleasure, in safety and in good health, in a healthy and safe working environment. This is why we have implemented a number of measures. Our working conditions policy, for instance, lays down regulations for workplace examinations, risk assessments and sickness absence counselling. In addition, we have passed various regulations on the topic of safe work. With a view on improving our staff members' health and well-being, the UT also offers a variety of activities, including company sports, training courses, health checks, health weeks and a chair massage. We also have made a wealth of information available on living a healthy lifestyle. The UT takes its health and safety responsibilities seriously. Our hope, and expectation, is that our staff members will act responsibly with respect to working in a safe and healthy manner and making
- Hybrid workingHybrid working, a combination of physical and digital collaboration will become our way of working at UT. This page provides you with concrete instruments, relevant workshops, tips & tricks for bringing hybrid working into practice. Specifically looking for information on hybrid teaching? UT's hybrid working principles Your position, team, faculty or service department influences the choices you make in hybrid working. Therefore there is not a one size fits all guideline of approach. It requires customisation and appropriate agreements between you, your team and manager. To start this conversation we have eight basic principles for hybrid working at the UT. Intended to provide you direction and the freedom to experiment in the coming period, in finding a future-proof way of working that suits you, your team, the work and your well-being. Working on campus is the foundation Meeting on campus regularly is essential for well-being and community building Working from home is an option, not an obligation While acknowledging
- Interior climate workplaceOn average, Dutchmen spend 80 to 90% of their time indoors, be it at home or at the office. So it is of paramount importance that the interior climate of buildings is of sufficient quality that everyone using the building feels healthy and comfortable. This site provides more information on the importance of a proper interior climate in the workplace. It also discusses the causes of some of the more common temperature and humidity-related complaints, and what can be done to remedy them. In addition, the site lists information on office floorage, the layout of rooms and lecture halls, and the use and placement of printers and other equipment as they relate to interior climate. Healty workplace You can find several of points of attention for setting up a healthy workplace at home at the 'Home office workplace' page. . Temperature humidity A large number of other aspects determine whether people feel comfortable in a room or not. The primary aspects are: A. Individual-related aspects the nature of the work; clothing
- Pregnancy and breastfeedingWorking during pregnancy and breastfeeding During pregnancy and the breastfeeding period, the female staff member's work needs to be organized in such a way so as to ensure a safe and healthy environment which does not negatively influence the pregnancy or breastfeeding. These guidelines describe what you and the UT can do to provide for this. In addition, you will find information about specific risks you may be prone to during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, and you will learn more about how to make agreements on the duties to perform during these periods in your life. Working during pregnancy and breastfeeding links to Working during pregnancy and breastfeeding.pdf Lactation rooms Location Room number Facilities Carré CR 1420 Reservation and key from Service Desk Hot and cold water Refrigerator Seating areaP ower supply Cubicus B109 Hot and cold water Refrigerator Seating area Power supply Horst North Ring opposite N229 Reservation and key from Service Desk Hot and cold water Refrigerator Seating area Power
- Psychosocial workloadWorkload, unacceptable behavior and radical events Psychosocial workload (In Dutch: PSA) is a collective term of risks that until recently were mainly covered in the Occupational Health and Safety Act under the terms welfare, sexual harassment, and aggression and violence. As of 2007, Psychosocial workload is arranged in the following topics: (sexual) intimidation, aggression and violence, bullying, workload. The above elements can lead directly or indirectly to increased work stress. If one or more of these elements occurs to a greater or lesser extent, Psychosocial workload should be considered at risk. The employer should take preventive protective measures and inform employees of the risks of Psychosocial workload. Within the framework of Psychosocial workload, the UT has developed various activities and policies that are indicated below. Workload Workload is a spearhead in UT policy. In order to map this out, a plan of action has been drawn up. This document is available in Dutch. Plan van aanpak werkdruk
- RSI/CANS for employees & PC monitor glassesthe rsi leaflet provides general information about rsi, working with display screen equipment (dse) and ways to prefvent complaints. In addition, you will find software offering instructions on how to optimally set up your workstation (digital self-help instrument) and a link to sign up for a relaxing chair massage. Other topics you can find information on include the RSI prevention software Workrave, the buying of computer glasses and the risks of working on a laptop or tablet. RSI leaflet for employees links to rsi-leaflet-herzien.pdf What is RSI and what can you do to prevent it? Looking for RSI/CANS for students? Anti-RSI programme (Workrave) To prevent RSI, UT staff members can download the RSI prevention software Workrave. It reminds users not only to take micro-breaks but also to take rest breaks. In addition, Workrave provides exercises and may restrict you to a daily limit. That way, the risk of you developing complaints of the neck, shoulders, arms or hands is reduced to a minimum. You can download and
- RSI/CANS for studentsRepetitive strain injury (rsi), also known by its abbreviation 'cans' (complaints of arm, neck and/or shoulder), is one of several work-related complaints that may cause health issues and decreased deployability. The RSI leaflet on this page provides general information about RSI, working with Display Screen Equipment (DSE), ways to prevent complaints and where to go to should any complaints occur. In addition, you will find software offering instructions on how to optimally set up your workstation (digital self-help instrument). Other topics you can find information on include the RSI prevention software Workrave and the risks of working on a laptop. RSI brochure for students (Dutch only) links to rsi_brochure-students.pdf The term 'RSI' has been replaced by 'CANS': Complaints of Arm, Neck and/or Shoulder. In this leaflet, however, we consistently use the term 'RSI'. Looking for RSI/CANS for employees? Laptops and RSI The number of people who have RSI is increasing, and certainly, not all of them are aged fifty
- Well-beingStudent well-being improvement programme (SWIP)Well-being for employeesWell-being for students