It is the policy of the Charles County government to administer
its programs so that each employee works under safe and healthful
conditions, to seek out and correct unsafe conditions, to eliminate
unsafe acts and to make accident prevention an inherent responsibility
of all employees. Every job performed by the employees of the Charles
County government is designed to serve the public and, in the performance
of this service, the safety of all employees and the public is of
major importance.
By achieving the objective of the County's safety policy,
the number of accidents, occupational injuries, illnesses and diseases
and the costs related thereto can be reduced to a minimum. Accidents
not only injure and maim but also cause damage to equipment and property.
They, along with occupational illnesses and diseases, also impose
an added burden upon all operating departments and agencies due to
unnecessary waste and upon the taxpayer because of their costs.
The Personnel Assistant shall establish departmental safety
committees, composed of qualified employees, to review departmental
accident experience and to recommend policies and/or programs designed
to reduce accidents, occupational illnesses and diseases.
A copy of the reports of all accidents/incidents for which reports
are prepared is to be submitted to the Personnel Assistant.