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Proactive Focus on Safety Eureka Recycling believes that, while reactive systems need to be in place to address safety incidents in a consistent and equitable way, the principle energy towards health and safety should be proactive initiatives. The following programs contribute towards building staff engagement in safety and promoting safe work practices: • Manager Safety Culture trainings to ensure that safety is built into the fabric of the organization from the top down. • Monthly Safety Committee meetings with Fleet and MRF representation • Monthly safety focus topics for Fleet and MRF, including training and toolbox talks • OSHA -required training and assessments upon hire, annually, and as needed Management and Employee Responsibilities Management Responsibilities Eureka Recycling's management team is committed to maintaining a safe environment for all employees. Responsibilities include: • Establish committees to address safety and loss prevention issues in the workplace • Identify and evaluate workplace hazards by conducting safety audits and establishing methods and procedures for correcting unsafe work practices • Conduct safety training with new hires prior to starting work, ensures that each person understands his or her responsibility as it relates to this program • Ensure supervisors and employees receive training on regulatory and specific safety practices • Ensure employees are furnished with required personal protective equipment • Investigate accidents for corrective measures, submit injury report and maintain OSHA records • Maintain current knowledge of published safety regulations • Ensure policies and procedures are current and relevant • Hold employees accountable for safety expectations Supervisor Responsibilities The supervisor has the direct responsibility for safety performance and has authority to take whatever action is necessary to prevent accidents. Responsibilities include: • Evaluate work areas to identify hazards and controls to safely perform work • Ensure employees are completing required equipment inspections • Report work related injuries to Human Resources and complete required forms • Enforce required safety practices on job sites using the disciplinary policy • Set a good example Safety Committee Member Responsibilities The safety committee is the key group in our program designed to create and maintain interest in safety. This group is responsible for coordinating the program, supplying the ideas and inspiration, while enlisting the wholehearted support of management, supervisors, and employees. The duties of the safety committee include: