This timeline is intended to assist Team Leaders with understanding the process and timing for meeting the NSF requirements around Safe and Inclusive Working Environments for Off-Campus & Off-Site Research requirements.

 

Prior to Submission
  • Develop a Blueprint for site specific research
  • PI/Team Leader should review the institutional plan website and complete verification of review.
  • In OSP ePCF, submit verification email as a miscellaneous attachment.
Once Funded
  • Distribute website information to team members for review and verification.
  • Review Blueprint for any updates or adjustments.
Prior to Departure
  • Distribute and review Blueprint with team members.
  • Collect team members' verification emails or otherwise confirm all have reviewed the website information.
  • Distribute Blueprint to Department Head (best practice).
After Return
  • Trip leaders should debrief to identify issues or areas of improvement and adjust future blueprints accordingly.
  • All participants can expect to receive an anonymous, optional survey about their experience within one year.