The North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) outlines the responsibility of state agencies when providing lactation support. North Carolina agencies must provide adequate space, privacy, and time to nursing mothers in the workplace for up to one year after childbirth. This applies to our employees here at WCU. Lactation Support State Human Resources Manual
WCU must provide a private space other than a restroom or common area. This space must have a door that can lock, adequate lighting, seating, and electrical outlets for pumping equipment.
We are also required to give nursing employees a reasonable amount of time to express breast milk. WCU may require employees to use a regularly scheduled paid break to express breast milk. If an employee requires more time to express her breast milk, WCU must make reasonable efforts to provide paid leave or allow employees to use unpaid time.
Please talk with your supervisor to assist you in locating a private space. If your supervisor is unable to locate a private space or your position takes you to multiple areas on campus, please contact Human Resources Employee Relations for assistance.
If a student needs assistance in locating a space to express breast milk or a Pregnancy/Parenting accommodation, please contact the Title IX Coordinator for assistance at 828.227.7116 or dshopkins@wcu.edu.
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