Government Dental College & Hospital, Nagpur is committed to its motto “Service to humanity” hence, provision of best clinical care to people of central India is of utmost priority. Faculty and students are expected to obey the highest standard of integrity, ethics and honesty and to undertake their responsibilities with diligence and professionalism. They are required to comply with the rules and regulations and dental code of ethics by the governing authorities. 

1. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR DEAN

Dean being the head of institute is solely responsible for addressing and resolving all issues concerned with the stakeholders of education

Responsibilities of Dean

• Authority to take all the necessary actions as and when required to maintain discipline

in the institute

• Shall oversee and monitor the administration of all academic programmes and general

administration of the institute to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the overall

administrative tasks and assignments

• Institute programmes for academic competence of faculty members
• Form various college level committees which are necessary for the development of the institute
• Administration and supervision of curricular, co-curricular/extra-curricular and student welfare activities
• Administration and supervision of clinical work for the benefits of patients
• Responsible for submission of an annual report on the progress achieved in different developmental and collaborative programmes to the various committees and management
• Provide leadership, direction and co-ordination within the institute and should review the code of conduct periodically

1. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STAFF 

• DISCIPLINE

• Faculty members are required to comply to the rules and regulations established by the Government of Maharashtra/institution
• Contribute to the vision and mission of the institute through engagement of working hours
• Should report at least 10 minutes prior to commencement of college
• Faculty must carry their identity card issued by college everyday
• Faculty members must refrain from any form of harassment or unlawful discrimination based on caste, gender, physical features or disability of any form (mental or physical)
• Faculty member should not show partiality towards any student
• All the employees are required to maintain confidentiality regarding college affairs and must not divulge any information directly or indirectly unless compelled to do so by judicial system or instructed to do so by a superior officer in discharge of his/her duties
• All staffs are responsible for taking reasonable steps to prevent the misuse of or damage to institute’s tangible and intangible assets
• Non-teaching staff should follow the appropriate dress code.

• LEAVES

• Employees are entitled to casual leave, medical, earned leave and any other leave as per the rules issued by Government of Maharashtra
• Leave should be availed only after prior information and proper alternate arrangements must be made
• In case of any emergency, the head of the department or next senior faculty members should be informed

• CLASSROOM AND CLINICAL TEACHING

• Teachers must engage the students for entire allotted duration of lecture
• Teachers must always motivate the students towards learning and research
• Individual attention must be given to students during clinical posting
• Evidence based clinical practice must be encouraged
• Faculty should motivate the students and bring out the creativity of the students and should make himself/herself available for doubt clearance
• Apply high moral and ethical standards while carrying out human or animal research
• Faculty should adopt newer teaching learning methods
• Institutional Ethics committee’s approval must be sought prior to conducting any research
• Assisting in developing and mentoring less experienced faculty members
• All faculty members should encourage interdisciplinary care of patients
• Deliver patient care, irrespective of social status, caste, creed, or religion of the patient
• Patient autonomy and confidentiality should be maintained by the oral healthcare providers
• Ensure excellent treatment and quality assurance in patient care at all times and not get involved into any unethical acts or practices
• To adhere to good clinical and laboratory practices and protocols of the college
• To comply with infection control and safety guidelines of the Institution

2.4 CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

• Faculty assessment is done in the form of confidential report which assesses the research work, clinical expertise and co-curricular activities of the faculty 

III.CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS

3.1 DISCIPLINE

• The student must strictly adhere to the rules and regulations laid down by the institution
• Students must carry the identity card issued by the institution everyday
• Students must behave in a civilized manner and use appropriate language and should not behave in a manner which mentally or physically disturbs other students
• The student must follow the academic curriculum and yearly calendar prescribed by the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik (MUHS, Nashik)
• Any act of indiscipline or notorious activities will attract severe punishment
• Any case of criminal activity or violation of law and order in the College Campus will be reported to the police
• Severe action will be taken against students who engage in ragging and it will be based on the directions of Supreme court
• Students must not enter into any kind of monetary dealings with the teaching

non-teaching staff and patient of the institute, nor offer any presents or gratification in any form to them

3.2 ATTENDANCE

• Undergraduate students need to fulfill a minimum attendance requirement of 75% in theory and 80% in practical as prescribed by MUHS, Nashik
• Post graduate students need a minimum of 80% attendance as prescribed by MUHS, Nashik
• Absence from institution due to medical reasons must be supported with a medical certificate and should comply within the 20% permissible leave
• Postgraduate students are permitted to avail 12 days of casual leave in a year 

3.3 DRESS CODE

• Undergraduate students and Interns should wear formal attire with clean white apron and name plate
• All staff and student should wear appropriate clinical attire during clinical work
• Postgraduate students are required to wear scrubs for their duties
• During clinical posting all UG and PG students are required to wear scrubs

3.4 RAGGING

Action will be taken against students indulging in Ragging as per the Directionsof Hon’ble Supreme court of India

• Student will be suspended/expelled from the institution
• An FIR will be filed with the local police station if they are found to be guilty
• The admission will be cancelled and they will be debarred from taking admission in any institution in India

• CODE OF CONDUCT IN COLLEGE PREMISES

• Damage to Institute & campus property due to negligence/lack of care would attract punishment and compensation for loss caused.
• Any student consuming tobacco or related products or found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs in the campus will be suspended from the college
• Parking space outside the college is provided to park the vehicles at “OWNER’S RISK”. Though a security guard is normally present, the students are advised in their own interest, to lock the vehicles properly to avoid any theft or loss. The institution will not be responsible for security of the vehicles
• Students shall only use the waste bins for disposing waste materials in classrooms,hostels and offices to make the institution campus from plastic and litter free

3.6CODE OF CONDUCT IN CLINIC

• Students must at all times behave in an honorable and responsible manner and

observe the ethical standards of registered Dental Code of Ethics

• Students should maintain the cleanliness of the clinical area and follow appropriate waste disposal protocol
• Students must behave with empathy and be polite to the patients as well as patient party
• The student must always take steps to alleviate patient symptoms and distress, whether or not a cure is possible.
• The students are advised to speak in a language comfortable to the patient
• Obtaining written informed consent from patient/ caretaker before undertaking any treatment or before involving patients in teaching or research
• Students are expected to treat patients, staff and fellow students without any prejudice or discrimination whatsoever
• Undergraduate students should not give advice to patients or suggest medications without appropriate supervision
• Any act of abuse is a punishable offence

• LIBRARY RULES

• Students must be disciplined and maintain silence in the library. Smoking, drinking and use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited in the library
• Students should not mark, cut, mutilate or damage the reading material in any manner and any student found doing so will be liable to punishment as per rules.
• Prior to entering the library, students should keep their belongings like bags, personal books etc. at the counter outside
• The issued library books must be returned on time or else fine will be charged based on the number of days
• Computer with internet facilities are provided in the library and they should be used with utmost care
• Students must not misuse the internet facilities
• Students should carry Library card

• HOSTEL RULES

• Hostel residents have to strictly abide by the rules of warden/principal. Hostellers who fail to follow the regulations shall be expelled from the hostel
• Students should report latestby 10.00 pm to hostel every day. Disciplinary action will be taken against those who arrive late
• Students have to take 2 days prior permission from the warden in order to stay outside hostel or before going home
• Outsiders are not allowed inside hostel premises under any circumstance
• It is mandatory to maintain proper cleanliness of the rooms, washroom and corridor
• Students should clear all hostel dues on time
• Disciplinary action will be taken against those who indulge in ragging
• Any student found to be in possession of alcohol, drugs or tobacco will be severely punished
• Water and electrical resources and other facilities provided should be used judiciously
• Daily attendance will be monitored by the authorities