The purpose of the loss control program is to establish a system to promote the safety and health of every employee. The goal, as an employer, is to provide the safest possible working conditions for employees and, as a service organization, to provide a safe environment for the public using our services. The executive management fully supports all efforts that will provide safe working conditions for employees and/or safe living conditions for citizens.
The City of Hillsboro holds in high regard the safety, welfare and health of its employees. Furthermore, the KMIT believes that most accidents can be prevented. In recognition of this, the City of Hillsboro will constantly work toward:
· the maintenance of safe and healthful working conditions for employees;
· consistent adherence to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injury, illness, property damage and liabilities, including proper preventive maintenance techniques;
· conscientious observance of federal, state and city safety regulations; and
· lawful, safe, efficient and courteous operation of all motorized vehicles, both street and off-road, by all employees during their employment. Employees will adhere to the Motor Fleet Policy as well as the Kansas Motor Vehicle Codes for the correct operation of their vehicle.
It is our desire to provide a safe working environment and keep injuries to the absolute minimum or eliminate injuries altogether, thus protecting our most valuable asset, our employees. The loss control objective is to focus attention on production and thereby contribute significantly to the efficiency of an operation. One of the most important contributions an employee can provide to the organization is performance of all tasks in the safest possible manner. Safety increases productivity and thereby contributes to the overall objectives of the organization. When incorporated with other management efforts, loss control techniques have an effect upon the reduction of personnel injuries, property damage and work interruptions. By placing constant emphasis on the refinement of operational procedures, employee awareness and safe working conditions, it is possible to eventually eliminate the cause and effect of losses.