Koffler Scientific
Reserve at Jokers Hill

Research and Housing Agreement

Research and Housing Agreement

IMPORTANT – Please be advised that if there are changes to university covid-19 policy, you will be informed by the Director.

Personal Information

Name(Required)
E.g Faculty, Post-Doc, Grad Student, Undergrad Student
Supervisor's Name
Date of Arrival
Date of Departure

Health, Safety and Other Training

You confirm that you have completed the appropriate safety, first-aid and lab training typical of life sciences laboratories and field work at Canadian universities. The completion of this training is mandatory before starting research work.
Proof of completion may be required. Information and training modules are available to UofT researchers through EHS. Training modules are only accessible from the campuses. https://ehs.utoronto.ca/training/my-ehs-training/
You confirm that you have completed the UofT Sexual Violence Education and Prevention training module? The completion of this training module is mandatory before starting research work.
Proof of completion must be sent to the KSR Manager, (ksr.manager@utoronto.ca). The online module is available to UofT researchers, and should accessible from any location. https://www.svpscentre.utoronto.ca/learn/training/

Research Activities

You are responsible for,

  • All research equipment and supplies, and personal belongings you bring to the reserve; the University of Toronto and Jokers Hill Estates are not liable for any lost or damaged items
  • Providing all supplies required for your research activities, and transportation to and from your field site; vehicular transportation must be approved by the Station Manager
  • Notifying another person in the lab or the Station Manager, before going into the field and when you return
  • Notifying the Station Manager that you will be in the field during non-daylight hours
  • Keeping your lab and work space(s), and the kitchen area, including appliances, in a clean and tidy state; and keeping your belongings off the floor (lockers are available in the back of the building)
  • Reporting any health and safety concerns to the KSR Station Manager
You confirm that you have read the Policy Governing Field Work and understand your responsibilities before beginning your research at KSR.

Vehicles

Personal vehicles are allowed on the reserve and are subject to restrictions. You must notify the Station Manager if you plan to bring a personal vehicle to the reserve. There is a vehicle available for use at the reserve and is billed at a per km rate. You must have a valid ‘G’ class license, and must submit a copy, or original to be copied, to the Station Manager prior to use. You must be a student, staff or faculty member of the University of Toronto.

Driving off-road on the reserve for research purposes only should be considered a last resort option as it can damage research and impact the conservation of the property’s valuable ecosystem.

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed on the reserve, except for service animals.

Alcohol

You acknowledge and will abide by the rules that alcohol is restricted to residential properties and is prohibited in public areas of KSR. You also acknowledge and will abide by provincial legislations pertaining to alcohol consumption; for example the legal drinking age of 19. Please note that illegal drug use is strictly forbidden and that alcohol should be limited to a moderate amount. Hard alcohol and spirits (whisky, vodka, gin, tequila, rum, etc) are forbidden. At some KSR functions, alcohol may either be served or available on a bring your own basis, but non-alcoholic options will always be available. Inebriation during working hours is not acceptable. Excessive consumption that places yourself, KSR staff, users, students, or facilities at risk, even outside working hours, will be addressed directly by the Director and relevant supervisors.

Water Safety and Swimming

Never go out on or in the water alone (swimming, canoeing, kayaking, etc.). Always have the appropriate number of personal floatation devices with you (e.g., life jacket) and safety items based on your activity (e.g. whistle, bilge pump for canoeing, kayaking).

The lower pond is open for swimming to KSR visitors and researchers. Please be advised that swimming is at your own risk, not the liability of the University of Toronto or Jokers Hill Estates. Swimming alone, swimming after alcohol consumption, and night swimming are strictly prohibited.

Personal Safety and Accident Protocols

All visitors to KSR, regardless of status, are responsible for their personal safety and are expected to conduct themselves in a safe and reasonable manner.

In the event of an accident resulting in injury to a person on KSR property, call 9-1-1 immediately if the injury warrants immediate medical attention. Regardless of the severity of the injury contact the Station Manager as soon as possible. All incidents require the completion of the ‘Personal Injury Incident Report’ and are to be submitted to the Station Manager in a timely manner.

All personal belongings are the individual’s responsibility; the University of Toronto and Jokers Hill Estates are not liable for any lost damaged items.

In the event of damage to personal property, including vehicles, while on KSR property notify the Station Manager and your insurer where applicable. You will also be required to complete a ‘Property Damage Incident Report’ and submit to the Station Manager in a timely manner.

Fire Safety

Indoor fireplaces, within residential houses, are inoperable and cannot be used.

There is only one (1) fire pit available for use at KSR. It is located by the Hilltop house. You must notify the Station Manager before starting a fire.

A fire can be started only in the designated fire pit stated above and cannot be started if there are windy or other conditions that make it difficult to contain a fire, or if the Township of King has issued a ban.

You are responsible for,

  • Keeping the fire under control and ensuring it is attended at all times
  • Having a bucket of water readily available
  • Making certain the fire is completely extinguished before you leave the site

For more information and policies regarding researching and staying at the Koffler Scientific Reserve visit https://ksr.utoronto.ca/

I confirm I have carefully read and understand the information in this form. I understand and agree to my responsibilities while conducting research at the Koffler Scientific Reserve at Jokers Hill.
I confirm that I have completed Emergency Contact Form and submitted it to the Station Manager, or it is being submitted along with this form.

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