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K. Ensures all new employees are briefed on safety policies within the department.

Section 1000.012 Supervisory Personnel

A. Responsible for the safe actions of their employees and the safe performance of machines and
equipment within their operating areas.
B. Enforces the provisions of the policies listed in this manual.
C. Assumes full responsibility for safe and healthful working areas for their employees while they
are under their supervision.
D. Ensures all safety policies and regulations are fully implemented for maximum efficiency of each
job.
E. Takes the initiative in recommending correction of deficiencies noted in facilities, work
procedures, employee's job knowledge, or attitudes that adversely affect loss prevention efforts.
F. Is firm in enforcement of work policies and procedures by being impartial in taking consistent
disciplinary action against those who fail to conform, and by being prompt in giving recognition
to those who perform well.
G. Ensure each employee is fully trained for the job they are assigned and they are familiar with
published work rules.
H. Ensures all employees attend training classes when conducted.
I. Inspects all tools and equipment at frequent intervals and keeps in a safe and serviceable
condition.
J. Ensures untrained employees are not permitted to operate any mechanical or electrical equipment
until thoroughly trained.
K. Instructs all employees about the reporting of all accidents and the necessity of receiving first aid
treatment, even in cases of minor injuries.
L. Maintains a continuous program of on-the-job training and supervises workers in the
accomplishment of all potentially hazardous activities.
M. Uses safety checklist(s) for the accomplishment of hazardous operations.
N. Properly maintains all personal protective devices and safety equipment.
O. Ensures all employees are physically qualified to perform their work.
P. Marks all areas designated as dangerous with the type of hazards involved.
Q. Ensures as few persons as possible are permitted to enter hazardous work areas.

Section 1000.013 Department Safety Officers

A. Recommends necessary safety equipment and personal protective clothing and devices to be used
by employees.
B. Instructs employees in the need for and use of personal protective equipment for hazardous jobs.
C. Conducts training for employees as to an acceptable way for accomplishing a hazardous job.
D. Conducts monthly safety meetings to review accidents, analyze their causes, and promote free
discussion of hazardous work problems and possible solutions. The Safety Officer will maintain
a file of meetings for review. A copy will be sent to Risk Management.
E. Reviews all accident and incident reports to insure that the investigation was thorough, the report
is complete, and forward reports to Risk Management.
F. Conducts monthly inspections of work areas and equipment to insure that conditions are
satisfactory from an accident prevention standpoint.

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