(a) It is the policy of the Village to provide for the well being of its employees and to protect its assets against financial loss. Human resource and property losses are to be minimized through Village-wide safety programs.
(b) The Village is committed to protecting its employees from injury on the job and requires equal dedication from each employee. The Village regards violation of its Safety Policy to be cause for disciplinary measures including dismissal of the employee in the event of lack of responsible work behavior.
(c) The Village's expectations of its employees are enumerated below:
(1) Employees shall not use alcohol or illegal drugs while on the job.
(2) Employees shall not be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs while on the job
(3) Employees shall wear seat belts at all times while driving or riding as a passenger on the job.
(4) Employees shall keep and maintain a clean work area.
(5) Employees shall not remove or bypass guards on any tools or equipment.
(6) Employees shall lift no excessive weight without assistance and shall lift with their legs.
(7) Employees shall wear eye, hand, head, body, and ear protective devices as provided.
(8) Employees shall report any unsafe conditions to their supervisor.
(9) Employees shall follow all other written, spoken, or posted safety rules.
(10) Employees shall promptly report any injury to their supervisor.
(Ord. 5-19-725. Passed 5-1-19.)