Policy Statement This policy outlines SelfDesign Learning Foundation’s (SDLF’s) approach to obtaining, maintaining, and utilizing insurance coverage to protect the organization, its directors, officers, contractors and other stakeholders from risks associated with its operations, including but not limited to personal injury, financial loss, damage to property, or errors and omissions. Definitions Commercial General Liability Insurance […]
Category: 2.0 Contractor Policies
2.1.4 Contractor Compliance Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to holding contracted individuals to the highest level of professional standards. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will perform corrective action if an action or lack of action by a contractor does not meet SDLF’s standard, including those standards required by the Teacher Regulation Branch of the […]
2.1.9 Criminal Record Checks (CRC) Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) commits to fully complying with policies of the Ministry of Education and Childcare and the BC Criminal Records Review Act to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our learners, specifically children and vulnerable persons, served by our organization. This policy outlines the requirements for valid criminal record checks for […]
2.1.3 Conflict of Interest Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to ensuring any person providing services to SDLF does not derive any personal profit or gain, directly or indirectly, beyond that which is contained in the scope of their services (e.g. the terms of their contract) by reason of their participation with the SDLF. Definitions Conflict of […]
2.3.3. Request for Proposal (RFP) / Request for Quotation (RFQ) Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to having clear guidelines for the acquisition of goods and services, through a request for quotation or a request for proposal process, necessary for the operation of SDLF and its programs. This policy ensures transparency, accountability, and cost-effectiveness in the procurement process while complying with applicable regulations […]
2.1.1 Alcohol and Other Controlled Substances Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to providing environments that promote safety and wellness and, therefore, is committed to the prohibition of possession, distribution or sale, and use of alcohol, controlled substances, and other substances that may cause impairment at SDLF functions both online and at physical locations. Definitions Controlled Substance – generally […]
2.1.8 Legal Liability Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to the prudent resolution of legal matters that may arise, directly or indirectly, through the actions of a contractor, support provider, volunteer, or board member while doing work for SDLF. By addressing issues as soon as they arise, SDLF expects to proactively address liability concerns. SDLF is […]
WorkSafeBC Contractor Coverage
General Statements All employers are legally required to have WorkSafeBC coverage unless the employer is exempt. An employer is a person or firm that hires workers or unregistered subcontractors and an employer can be a self-employed proprietor, partnership, corporation, society, or any other type of legal entity. Scope SDLF registered for WorkSafeBC insurance coverage because […]
Working in Isolation
General Statements Workers who carry out their role in isolation are at a higher risk than those who work with others, especially if the worker is asked to work late hours. If something happens to a lone worker, how do they let others know in order to get help? SelfDesign’s policy for checking the well-being […]
Working from Home
Preamble SDLF Learning Foundation ( ‘SDLF’ or ‘the organization’) contractors work remotely. Often this means that contractors are working in their own homes or in the homes of families whose children are enrolled in SDLF programs. This policy outlines the working in home environments safety roles and responsibilities for the organization and for SDLF contractors. […]