Public Works Safety

Public Works Safety - backhoeWelcome to the Department of Public Works Safety where employees and guests can find information on: 

  1. Safety Policies
  2. Safety Programs
  3. Safety Training 
  4. Information on Public Works upcoming training and safety events.

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Along with the duty of providing superior service to all city residents and visitors by maintaining the City's infrastructure, facilities, and fleet, the Department of Public Works takes great pride in the safety and wellbeing of its employees. Safety on the job and each employee's health and personal safety are of the highest importance in all phases of our operation. Without a safe working environment and a healthy workforce, we will not meet our goals of being the "Most Livable City in Virginia." Employees are the City's number one asset and are responsible at all levels for following all policies, procedures, and local, State, and Federal laws. Employees, contractors, and guests can find information on staying safe when working with or within our team through this website.

Public Works Safety Policies

  1. PW SAFETY 0001 - Safety Policy (PDF)
  2. PW SAFETY 0002 - Safety Committee (PDF)
  3. PW SAFETY 0003 - Personal Protective Equipment (PDF)
  4. PW SAFETY 0004 - Safety Shoes (PDF)
  5. PW SAFETY 0005 - Eye Protection and Prescription Lenses (PDF)
  6. PW SAFETY 0006 - Hard Hat Policy (PDF)
  7. PW SAFETY 0008 - Wireless Device Usage (PDF)
  8. PW SAFETY 0010 - Vehicle Parking (PDF)
  9. PW SAFETY 0011 - Weather Procedures (PDF)
  10. PW SAFETY 0012 - Modified Duty (PDF)
  11. PW SAFETY 0016 - Use of Headlights (PDF)

Public Works Safety Programs

Hazard Communication Program (HAZCOM)

  1. Hazard Communication Program (HAZCOM) (PDF)
  2. Appendix A — Chemical Inventory Form (xlsx)
  3. Appendix B — Workplace Specific Hazard Communication Template (PDF)
  4. Appendix C — Annual Program Audit (PDF)
  5. Appendix D — Hazard Communication Training Sign-in Sheet (PDF)
  6. Appendix E — Secondary Container Label Templates and Instruction (PDF)

Universal Waste Program

  1. Universal Waste Program (PDF)
  2. Appendix A — Universal Waste Summary Form (PDF)
  3. Appendix B — Universal Waste Annual Program Audit (PDF)
  4. Appendix C — Inspection Checklist for Universal Waste Storage Area (PDF)

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