61. Compensation for loss or damage to personal property

61.1.    The University is not responsible for loss or damage to personal property kept by a staff member on University premises unless the loss or damage results from lack of reasonable care by the University or by another staff member of the University in the course of performance of their work.
61.2.    Compensation may be paid by the University to a staff member where the loss or damage is caused by a defect in the University’s material or equipment, or is suffered by the staff member in protecting the University’s property from loss or damage. The University may take into account the age and serviceability of the item or garment when determining the amount of compensation payable.