BP 6800 – Occupational Safety
The President shall establish administrative procedures to ensure the safety of employees and students on Columbia Gorge Community College’s sites, including the following:
- Compliance with the United States Department of Transportation regulations implementing the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
- Specifically, Columbia Gorge Community College shall comply with the regulations of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and, if applicable, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
- Compliance with these policies and procedures may be a condition of employment.
- Establishment of an Injury and Illness Prevention Program in compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and state law. These procedures shall promote an active and aggressive program to reduce or control safety and health risks.
- Establishment of a Hazardous Material Communications Program, which shall include review of all chemicals or materials received by Columbia Gorge Community College for hazardous properties, instruction for employees and students on the safe handling of such materials, and proper disposal methods for hazardous materials.
Legal Reference(s):
1. 29 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 1910.101 et seq.
2. 49 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 40 and 655
3. ORS 654 Oregon Safe Employment Act