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(a) In accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA), St. John has established that, as a matter of policy, a safe and healthful workplace shall be provided for all employees. The elected official has the ultimate responsibility and authority for compliance with the federal and state laws pertaining to occupational safety and health.

(b) Each employee is to work in a safe manner, and observe the safety procedures as instructed by his/her supervisor.

(c) Any employee who has a valid prescription for a narcotic and is required to take the medication during work hours is required to inform his/her supervisor of the prescription. This employee will not be allowed to operate a Town-owned vehicle or heavy equipment.

(d) The Town of St. John prohibits the possession or use of all cannabis, cannabis products, or any substance containing THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) in any location on Town property, including parked in a personal vehicle or at any Town-sponsored event or activity off Town property. This prohibition includes the possession and use of medical marijuana, including by persons possessing lawfully issued medical marijuana cards.

(e) Any accident hazards or unsafe conditions of equipment are to be corrected or reported to the employee's department head immediately, who will then notify the designated safety officer. The designated safety officer will be the central point of contact for OSHA/IOSHA issues. Nothing in this appointment shall reduce the responsibility or authority of department heads and/or supervisors from the effective and ongoing performance of OSHA/IOSHA.

(f) If an employee is involved in an accident while working, or witnesses an accident by another employee, it is to be reported immediately to the supervisor for his/her action. A police report shall be obtained if the accident involves a Town-owned vehicle. The supervisor shall report the accident and related information to the Clerk-Treasurer and the Town Manager within twelve (12) hours of the accident.

(g) Workers' compensation forms will be filed for all injuries. All department heads or their designee will file their report, on behalf of the employee, within twenty-four (24) hours of the accident. The degree of injury does not matter. If the employee has complications later, a properly completed form will allow the treatment to be covered by workers' compensation.

(h) If an employee is injured and is physically unable to complete the balance of the workday, he/she shall be paid for the remainder of that day. Further absence may require the employee to apply for benefits pursuant to workers' compensation.

(i) The Town's compliance with applicable OSHA/IOSHA laws, standards, policies, etc., shall be monitored and documented by the Clerk-Treasurer.

(Ord. No. 1696, § 2, 12-12-19)