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What is the maximum duration a committee member can serve without special authorization?
What is the maximum duration a committee member can serve without special authorization?
- Indefinitely
- One term
- Two terms (correct)
- Five years
Which individual is designated to chair the committee?
Which individual is designated to chair the committee?
- The Mayor
- The Human Resources Safety Administrator or designee (correct)
- An attorney from the City Attorney's Office
- A representative from each City department
What role does the Human Resources Department play regarding the committee?
What role does the Human Resources Department play regarding the committee?
- They have no involvement with the committee.
- They provide funding for the committee's activities.
- They oversee the committee. (correct)
- They select committee members from various departments.
How is the replacement of committee members handled at the end of their term?
How is the replacement of committee members handled at the end of their term?
What is the primary responsibility of the Employee Safety Committee regarding catastrophic occupational injuries?
What is the primary responsibility of the Employee Safety Committee regarding catastrophic occupational injuries?
Which of the following statements best reflects the accountability expectations outlined in the Executive Order?
Which of the following statements best reflects the accountability expectations outlined in the Executive Order?
What actions should employees take if they are unable to address unsafe practices directly with their managers?
What actions should employees take if they are unable to address unsafe practices directly with their managers?
How can the Employee Safety Committee assist during incidents of substantial municipal property damage?
How can the Employee Safety Committee assist during incidents of substantial municipal property damage?
What type of complaints does the Employee Safety Committee review to promote safety?
What type of complaints does the Employee Safety Committee review to promote safety?
What is required of employees regarding safety practices in the workplace?
What is required of employees regarding safety practices in the workplace?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Employee Safety Committee?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Employee Safety Committee?
In what way should the committee approach training related to safety?
In what way should the committee approach training related to safety?
Flashcards
Employee Safety Committee
Employee Safety Committee
A group of people responsible for promoting worker safety and recommending improvements to working conditions.
Employee Responsibility
Employee Responsibility
City employees are required to report any unsafe practices or conditions to their supervisors or managers.
City of Omaha Policy
City of Omaha Policy
This policy states that the City of Omaha will not tolerate unsafe working conditions that can cause injury to employees or citizens.
Review and Analysis of Occupational Injuries
Review and Analysis of Occupational Injuries
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Review and Analysis of Property Damage
Review and Analysis of Property Damage
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Review and Analysis of Safety Complaints
Review and Analysis of Safety Complaints
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Assistance to Human Resources
Assistance to Human Resources
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Statistical Injury Data Review
Statistical Injury Data Review
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Workplace Safety Committee
Workplace Safety Committee
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Committee Membership Terms
Committee Membership Terms
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Committee Leadership and Support
Committee Leadership and Support
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Committee Oversight
Committee Oversight
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Committee Meetings
Committee Meetings
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Study Notes
Executive Order S-46-21: Employee Safety Committee
- Purpose: Establish a mechanism to address workplace safety issues, improve employee safety, and reduce workplace accidents and property damage
- Policy: The City of Omaha will not tolerate unsafe conditions or practices; both employees and management are accountable. Employee safety is crucial. Employees must report unsafe conditions to supervisors or HR.
- Committee Duties:
- Analyze reports of serious injuries/illnesses to identify preventable factors and suggest improvements.
- Analyze incidents causing substantial property damage and propose changes in practices.
- Review employee/supervisor complaints/suggestions about unsafe conditions and make recommendations to City managers and the Mayor.
- Assist the Human Resources Safety Division as needed.
- Analyze accident data and cost, recommending corrective action for recurring issues.
- Review safety training for all employees.
- Committee Membership:
- One representative from each department, chosen by the department head.
- One representative from each labor union.
- Human Resources Safety Administrator or designee (chair).
- City Attorney's Office representative.
- Mayor's appointee.
- Terms: Department/union representatives serve 2-year terms, with a maximum of 2 terms allowed without HR/Labor Relations/City Attorney approval.
- Committee Administration:
- Human Resources Safety Division manages meeting schedules and agendas.
- Human Resources has oversight of the committee.
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Description
This quiz covers the key elements of Executive Order S-46-21, which establishes an Employee Safety Committee to address workplace safety issues in the City of Omaha. Learn about the committee's duties, the importance of reporting unsafe conditions, and the overall objectives aimed at improving employee safety and reducing accidents.
