§ 7-18. Use of Facilities, Equipment and Property, Including Intellectual Property

Equipment essential in accomplishing job duties is often expensive and may be difficult to replace. When using City property, employees are expected to exercise care, perform required maintenance, and follow all operating instructions, safety standards and guidelines.

It is the employee's responsibility to timely report any motor vehicle accident, damage to City property, and/or injury occurring while conducting City business or while operating a City Vehicle.

Employees should notify their supervisor if any equipment, machines, or tools appear to be damaged, defective, or in need of repair. Prompt reporting of loss, damages, defects, and the need for repairs could prevent deterioration of equipment and possible injury to employees or others. The supervisor can answer any questions about an employee's responsibility for maintenance and care of equipment used on the job.

Employees are prohibited from any unauthorized use of the City's intellectual property, such as audio and video tapes, print materials and software.

Improper, careless, negligent, destructive, or unsafe use or operation of equipment can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

The City is not responsible for any damage to employees' personal belongings.

(Ord. No. 1547 , 1-19-18)