Safety

The Oregon Military Department supports workplace safety because it is important for every employee to work in a safe working environment. Workplace safety policies, procedures, and practices are important for the well-being of both employees and employers to keep the employees safe and to support the mission of the agency. A safe and healthy workplace not only protects workers from injury and illness, it can also affect costs, reduce absenteeism and turnover, increase productivity and quality, and raise employee morale. The agency is dedicated to supporting and promoting a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. Oregon Military Department and its employees are committed to making every effort possible to reduce and eliminate workplace hazards.

2024 Safety Review Board Meeting Schedule: 

Q1 – April 10, 2024, 2:00 – 3:00; MS TEAMS

Q2 – June 20, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00; MS TEAMS

Q3 – September 18, 2024, 2:00 – 3:00 pm; MS TEAMS

Q4 – December 4, 2024, 1:00 – 2:00 pm; MS TEAMS

*Contact Sara Wassam for calendar information at sara.wassam@omd.oregon.gov. 

1. Be aware about the surroundings.
2. Practice healthy habits to reduce workplace stress.
3. Use tools appropriately.
4. Know where they are and maintain accessible exits.  
5. Update your Supervisor about the unsafe conditions.
6. Use mechanical assistance, where available.
7. Stay Alert or take a break.
8. Wear the right safety equipment or PPE.
9. Sit in a proper posture.  
10. Communicate with others for awareness. 

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