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Full text of written policies and procedures - some currently in use.

Commute Options » Telework

Telework, telecommuting, and alternative work schedules.

Practice Brief: Telecommuting [16196] ?

Steps for Implementing Telecommuting Programs

Public Sector Telework Sample Policies and Agreements [30962] ?

Links to several US states policies on telework policies.

Sample Telework Policy and Agreement [pdf] [3599] ?

A sample telework plan

State Employee Telecommuting Program [3591] ?

State of Florida resources related to telework - policies, guidelines and more

Telework - Checkout List [23500] ?

Designed to ensure that your telecommuting employee is properly oriented to the policies and procedures

Telework Program [3597] ?

Materials to help you set up a telework program, including sample telework policy

VA-Virginia Telework Program [14414] ?

Telework!VA can help your company offset the cost of starting up or expanding a telework program

Construction » Contractor Fleet Safety

Fleet hazards and recommended controls related to various industries

Landscapers: How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Hauling [5064] ?

A simple routine can prevent major mishaps

Disaster Response » Emergency Plans

Examples of emergency management and action plans

Business Continuity Planning Documents [2498] ?

MIT's business continuity planning documents for use in the event of a disaster

Updated Emergency Management Plan for Community Health Centers [pdf] [2798] ?

Full text of an emergency management plan

School Emergency Preparedness Plan & Forms [8864] ?

Model program can be adapted to the needs of your site

Disaster Response » Evacuations

Guidelines on emergency evacuation programs, fire drills, etc.

Emergency Action Plan Model Plan [pdf] [24291] ?

Text of a template for emergency evacuations

Disaster Response » Guides

Step-by-step approach to emergency planning, disaster guides

Developing a Contingency Plan [2036] ?

Guidelines and samples of contingency plans and emergency procedures

Drivers and Vehicles » Driver Attention

Conditions that cause distracted driving

Sample Cell Phone Safety Policy [pdf] [36397] ?

A fill in the blank sample safety policy

Sample Policies: Distracted Driving [38490] ?

For employers to use to ban texting and talking on cell phones while driving

Sample Policy: Texting and Talking on Hand-Held Cell Phones While Driving [doc] [38489] ?

A sample policy to prohibit use of cell phones while driving

Drivers and Vehicles » Fleet Policies

Sample fleet-related company policies - vehicle use, drivers, seat belts, etc.

Accident Risk Assessment of Personnel [19001] ?

Point system used by the US military in evaluating a person's risk in having a vehicle accident

Driver Authorization and Vehicle Use [3252] ?

Full text of a vehicle program's policy for employee use of company vehicles, MVR reviews, etc.

Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy [pdf] [2530] ?

Text of a university's policy regarding vehicle use and drivers

Fleet Policies & Procedures [24521] ?

In use by a state's fleet management section

Fleet Policies and Procedures [3255] ?

Policies regarding employees driving pool and personal vehicles

Fleet Risk Assessment Process [19023] ?

Example of risk quantification of potential fleet loss exposures

Fleet Services Policy Manual [22991] ?

Full text of an actual manual in use

Motor Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedure [pdf] [3259] ?

Full text of a university's fleet and driver policies and procedures

Motor Vehicle Management Manual [12586] ?

Full text of the fleet safety and management program for the Federal Highway Administration

Motor Vehicle Safety Policy [22588] ?

Policy, accident reporting kit and forms in use by a major university

Policies for Employee Use of Vehicles [pdf] [2037] ?

A sample policy implemented by a municipality

Sample Seat Belt Policy [25007] ?

Fill-in-the blank policy statement for seat belt use

State Fleet Safety Program [24719] ?

Text of a fleet safety program used by the State of South Carolina for their state agencies

Vehicle Driving Information [14513] ?

Full text of fleet policies and procedures in use at a major university

Vehicle Incident Prevention Program [11771] ?

Parameters for drivers, MVRs, training triggers, accident review process and more

Vehicle Usage Procedures & Guidelines [27275] ?

Examples of forms and procedures used at a major university

Drivers and Vehicles » Motor Vehicle Records

Guidance on driver selection criteria, what to look for in an MVR

Driver's License Monitoring [8430] ?

Full text of a university's driver's license monitoring procedures

Obtaining Hardship Permits for Employees with Driving Problems [15788] ?

Full text of a risk management policy in use by state agencies in Oregon

Updated Standards for Authorized Drivers [pdf] [19369] ?

Full text of a policy that outlines acceptable driving records for drivers

Drivers and Vehicles » Safety Programs

Articles, topics and tips related to fleet safety programs

Driver Safety Rules [27999] ?

Includes yard safety, dock safety, vehicle safety and more

IA-University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program [5885] ?

Full text of a fleet safety program

Equipment Safety » Crane-Hoist Safety

Crane and hoist safety program materials

Hoist Safety Rules [doc] [16226] ?

Sample fill-in-the-blank hoist safety policy

Equipment Safety » Lockout/Tagout

Equipment electrical safety, lockout/tagout programs, preventing electrical shoc

Controlled Access Procedure - High Voltage Hazards [pdf] [35169] ?

For authorizing those who may be permitted to enter areas with electrical capacitors or high voltage capacitors

Lockout/Tagout Safety Clearance Procedure [pdf] [35168] ?

For authorizing those who may be permitted to lock out and tag out electrically-energized equipment

Equipment Safety » Welding Safety

Bulletins, guidance on safety in welding

Hot Work Safety Requirements [pdf] [36010] ?

Includes a sample hot work permit policy and a safety checklist

Safety » Accident Investigation

Accident investigation programs, job safey analyses, etc.

Accident Investigation Procedure [23795] ?

Example of a safety policy related to accident investigation

Safety » Fire Programs

Full text fire safety programs, checklists and support materials

School Fire & Life Safety Guidelines [pdf] [8865] ?

Guidebook discusses fire regulations for school-related facilities & activities

Safety » Hazcom

Full text of hazard communication programs and resources

National Institutes of Health Hazard Communication Program [pdf] [5121] ?

Text of the NIH's Hazcom Program including checklist & form

Safety » Safety Committees

Safety committees, safety teams, etc.

Safety & Health Committee Manual [pdf] [11938] ?

Full text of a safety committee manual used by the National Institutes of Health

Safety » Substance Abuse

Guidance on DOT requirements for mandatory commercial driver drug testing

Alcohol and Controlled Substance Policy for Employees with Commercial Driver's [pdf] [8492] ?

Full text of a university's substance abuse program for CDL requirements

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy [25004] ?

The following is a sample company alcohol and drug abuse policy

Drug & Alcohol Testing for Commercial Vehicle Drivers & Mechanics [8431] ?

Full text of a university's driver drug testing program

Safety » Violence in Workplace

Guidelines, statistics, resources for preventing violence in the workplace

Employee Conduct Sample Policy [26604] ?

Example regarding minimum standards of conduct among employees

Safety » Workplace Radiation

Radiation control programs, technical manuals, tutorials and more

Radiation Safety Guide [13998] ?

Full text of a radiation safety guide in use by a government laboratory






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