Common use of Facility Closures Clause in Contracts

Facility Closures. Situations may arise that pose a serious risk to the health, safety or security of District staff, program participants and others that necessitate closing an individual or multiple District buildings or park facilities. Examples include the following: threats to persons or property; a recommendation by civil authorities; a public utilities failure, including the failure of a gas, electric, water, or sewer system or natural disaster. District staff will be notified as quickly as practical through internal and external communication systems once a decision is made to close a facility. In the event of an unscheduled facility closure: 1) Employees directed to stay home prior to arriving at work will be paid for their scheduled shift. 2) Employees directed to leave will be paid for the remainder of their scheduled shift. 3) If the closure lasts longer than one day, the Department Head shall make arrangements for employees to work at an alternate work site if feasible.