450 Fir Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
360.379.4502
Management Support Policy 6511: Staff Safety
The board recognizes that safety and health standards should be incorporated into all aspects of the operation of the district. Rules for safety and prevention of accidents shall be posted in compliance with OSHA and WISHA requirements. All hazardous chemicals will be identified and properly labeled. Staff members will be trained in the use of these chemicals specific to their respective jobs. Proper records will be maintained to verify that all of the preventive and safety measures are in place. Injuries and accidents shall be reported to the district office.
The district shall have at least one staff member at each school and work site in the district who holds a valid certificate of first aid training from the department of labor and industries, U.S. Bureau of Mines or the American Red Cross or equivalent training provided by the district nurses. Each school and work site shall have first aid supplies readily accessible.
The superintendent shall develop necessary safety and health standards to comply with Department of Labor requirements.
| Cross References: | Policy 6510 | Safety |
| Legal References: | WAC 296-24-020 | Management's responsibility |
| WAC 296-24-040 | Accident prevention program | |
| WAC 296-24-045 | Safety and health committee plan | |
| WAC 296-24-055 | Safety bulletin board | |
| WAC 296-24-060 | First aid training and certification | |
| WAC 296-24-065 | First aid kit | |
| WAC 296-24-073 | Safe place standards | |
| WAC 296-62-054 | Hazard communication standards |
ADOPTED: November 28, 1983
REVISED: January 25, 1999
REVISED: November 24, 2003
