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policy-template.txt

====== Policy Title ======
 
  * //Policy Owner: //
  * //Policy Contact: //
  * //Date Proposed: //
  * //Date Effective: // 
 
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==== Policy Statement ====
 
  * Briefly summarize the policy’s intent, when the policy applies, and any mandated actions or constraints.
 
==== Reason for Policy ====
 
  * Why the policy exists
 
==== Enforcement ====
 
  * Who is affected by the policy?
  * What are potential repercussions for violating the policy?
  * What is the effective time period? Specify whether this represents an ongoing change or a short-term effect.
 
==== Procedures ====
 
  * Step-wise processes to be used for compliance with the policy
 
==== Forms and Instructions ====
 
  * Links to supporting documents needed to comply with the policy
 
===== Policy Details =====
 
=== Definitions ===
 
  ; Term
  : Explanation of the term in [[wp>Plain language]]
  : Additional meanings if the term can mean several things
  ; Term
  : Explanation of the term in [[wp>Plain language]]
  : Additional meanings if the term can mean several things
 
=== Responsibilities ===
 
== Position/Office ==
  * What __responsibilities__ are held by this position or office? List each responsibility on its own line, starting with an action verb. There must be __at least one__ role responsible for each task. If some parts of the responsibility may be delegated to people at different levels, then mention likely delegates.
  * Is this position or office __accountable__ for the correct, thorough application of the policy? List each task on its own line, starting with an action verb. Then name the role who must seek final approval from this position or office. There must be __only one__ accountable position or office specified for each task associated with this policy.
  * Is this position or office __consulted__ by others to achieve a task of their own? Using an action verb, list each subject matter or opinion offered by this role to help others achieve their own tasks. This is usually two-way communication.
  * Will this position or office be __informed__ by others? Use an action verb to list each task on its own line that cause this position or office to expect routine progress reports, or announcements of completion. This is usually one-way communication.
 
=== Related Information ===
 
  * Associated policies, websites, and documents that provide supplemental information to the policy
  * Laws, policies, and regulations at the federal, state, or campus level that relate to the policy