SCIF user policy for after hours (Monday to Friday after 5pm to 9am) hours and weekend use:
The SCIF regular operating hours are 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday. If any of the users (regardless whether or not they are SCIF certified independent or dependent users) need Operator Assist (O.A.) on weekdays after 5pm or on a weekend, they need to communicate with the appropriate facility personnel at least 3 days ahead in advance and describe why they are not able to perform the work during regular business hours. It will be up to the discretion of lab personnel if they are able and willing to assist after hours. Fully trained users are able to perform after-hours work. Training requirements for after-hours and weekend work will vary by instrument. Unapproved after hour and weekend usage will result in consequences up to the loss of facility usage priviledges. It is NOT mandatory to have a buddy accompanying you (the user) while working in SCIF after hours and/or weekends. However, SCIF highly recommends users to find a buddy who can accompany you (the user) during after hours and/or weekend operations in SCIF for safety purposes.
