Library Policy #33: Cell Phone, VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) Use Policy
0.0 CONTENTS
1.0 Purpose
The purpose of the Cell Phone Use Policy is to assist staff and students who encounter the inappropriate and/or inconsiderate use of cell phones, Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP), and similar devices which are potentially disruptive to users or employees of the library.
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2.0 Responsibility
It is the responsibility of all employees including student assistants to endorse this policy.
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3.0 Patron Usage
3.1 Incoming calls: Upon entering the library, cell phones, pagers and similar electronic devices should be set to silent, “no ring” or vibrate.
3.2 Outgoing calls: When answering or initiating a call, persons should restrict calls to within the café or the porches outside the building. No phone use is permitted inside the building except in the café.
3.3 Text messaging: There is no restriction on text messaging and library staff may suggest text messaging as an alternative to voice messages.
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Draft: Sheila Seaman December 8, 2004
Approved: Student Government January 26, 2005
Approved: Librarians February 24, 2005
Approved: Dean of Libraries February 25, 2005
Revised: Sheila Seaman October 18 2005
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