(A) In accordance with the OSHA, the city has established that, as a matter of policy, a safe and healthful workplace shall be provided for all employees. The executive officer has the ultimate responsibility and authority for compliance with the federal and state laws pertaining to occupational safety and health.
(B) Each employee is to work in a safe manner and observe the safety procedures as instructed by his or her supervisor.
(C) Any employee who has a valid prescription for a narcotic and is required to take the medication during work hours is required to inform his or her supervisor of the prescription. This employee will not be allowed to operate a city-owned vehicle or heavy equipment.
(D) Any accident hazards or unsafe conditions of equipment are to be corrected or reported to the employee’s department head immediately, who will then notify the Director of Human Resources. The Director of Human Resources has been designated as the central point of contact for OSHA/IOSHA issues. Nothing in this appointment shall reduce the responsibility or authority of department heads, managers, and/or supervisors from the effective and ongoing performance of OSHA/IOSHA.
(E) If an employee is involved in an accident while working, or witnesses an accident by another employee, such accident shall be reported immediately to the supervisor for further action in accordance with applicable city policies.
(F) Workers’ compensation forms will be filed for all injuries. All department heads or their designees will file their report, on behalf of the employee, within 24 hours of the accident. The degree of injury does not matter. If the employee has complications later, a properly completed form will allow the treatment to be covered by workers’ compensation.
(G) If an employee is injured and is physically unable to complete the balance of the workday, he or she shall be paid for the remainder of that day. Further absence may require the employee to apply for benefits pursuant to workers’ compensation.
(H) The city’s compliance with applicable OSHA/IOSHA laws, standards, policies, and the like shall be monitored, and documented by the Director of Human Resources.
(Ord. 2013-7, passed 8-28-2013)