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» Policies & Procedures
Full text of written policies and procedures - some currently in use.
Claims Management » Return to Work
Managing workers compensation costs by returning injured workers to work
To be given to the injured employee regarding WC return to work
Text of a policy that outlines the procedures plus a sample letter to be sent to the injured worker
Disasters » Emergency Plans
Examples of emergency management and action plans
MIT's business continuity planning documents for use in the event of a disaster
Full text of an emergency management plan
Model program can be adapted to the needs of your site
Disasters » Evacuations
Guidelines on emergency evacuation programs, fire drills, etc.
Disasters » Guides
Step-by-step approach to emergency planning, disaster guides
Guidelines and samples of contingency plans and emergency procedures
Environment » Training
Online EPA training modules, RCRA, Superfund, EPCRA
Policies, procedures and guidelines for facilities-related activities that affect human health or the environment
Ergonomics » Programs
Resources and references on ergonomics programs
VDT safety policies and procedures required of NIEHS employees
Fleet » Driving Distractions
Safety hazards causing drivers to become distracted
Text of the executive order
For employers to use to ban texting and talking on cell phones while driving
A sample policy to prohibit use of cell phones while driving
Fleet » Fleet Policies
Sample fleet-related company policies - vehicle use, drivers, seat belts, etc.
Point system used by the US military in evaluating a person's risk in having a vehicle accident
Full text of a vehicle program's policy for employee use of company vehicles, MVR reviews, etc.
Text of a university's policy regarding vehicle use and drivers
Policies regarding employees driving pool and personal vehicles
Example of risk quantification of potential fleet loss exposures
Full text of a university's fleet and driver policies and procedures
Full text of the fleet safety and management program for the Federal Highway Administration
Policy, accident reporting kit and forms in use by a major university
Text of a fleet safety program used by the State of South Carolina for their state agencies
Full text of fleet policies and procedures in use at a major university
Parameters for drivers, MVRs, training triggers, accident review process and more
Examples of forms and procedures used at a major university
Fleet » Industries
Fleet hazards and recommended controls related to various industries
A simple routine can prevent major mishaps
Fleet » MVR
Guidance on driver selection criteria, what to look for in an MVR
Full text of a university's driver's license monitoring procedures
Full text of a risk management policy in use by state agencies in Oregon
Full text of a policy that outlines acceptable driving records for drivers
Fleet » Safety Programs
Articles, topics and tips related to fleet safety programs
Fleet » Substance Abuse
Guidance on DOT requirements for mandatory commercial driver drug testing
Full text of a university's substance abuse program for CDL requirements
The following is a sample company alcohol and drug abuse policy
Full text of a university's driver drug testing program
General Business » Accounting
Accounting-related reference materials.
Example of policies and procedures in use by a major university
Full text of a university's manual for their comptroller's office
General Business » Ethics
Business ethics and codes, samples, guidance to ethical decision making
General Business » ISO 9000
Info on development, content & application of ISO 9000 standards to quality mgt
Full text of an ISO 9002 compliant manual for hot forging & machining of metals currently in use
General Business » Nonprofits
Management of nonprofits, risk management, insurance, issues
Audit committee, conflict of interest, board giving, records retention, gift acceptance, no-harassment, whistleblower
Covers planning, operations, fundraising, marketing and relationship building
General Business » Purchasing
References on business supply management and purchasing
Full text of a university's purchasing and business services manual
Health » Drug Free Workplace
Workplace substance abuse programs, drug policies and more
Full text of a model collegiate campus policy on alcohol use
Full text of a sample drug policy for small business
Text of a university's drug free workplace policy
A sample generic policy that can be altered to suit your needs
Kit with guidelines, sample policy, checklist, consent forms, etc.
Health » Ethics in Medicine
Ethical, professional and public policy statements for health care
Health » HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 materials
Health » Tobacco
Health effects of environmental smoke, workplace smoking rules and more
Human Resources » Benefits
Employee benefits, COBRA, defined benefit plans, cafeteria plans, etc.
A fill-in-the-blank letter template to comply with COBRA notification laws - plus checklists
Human Resources » Handbooks
Full text of employee handbooks
Full text of a series of handbooks, policy & procedure manuals for faculty and students
Policies, guidelines & general information related to the research enterprise at a major university
Full text of a university's human resources manual
Human Resources » Hiring
Recruiting and hiring practices and the ADA, negligent hiring claims and more
Sample forms, templates, checklists related to the recruiting and hiring process
Human Resources » HR Departments
Home pages to government and university departments of human resources
Home page to the human resources department for the state of California
Home page of the human resources division for state government agencies in Colorado
Human Resources » Job Analysis
Full text of sample job descriptions, checklists, documents of job analysis
Full text of University of Southern California's job descriptions - approx. 20 categories
Human Resources » Layoffs
Industry layoff guidance, reports, laws
Workers Compensation Claim Management Best Practices for Plant Closings or Layoffs
Human Resources » Leave
FMLA, leave policies and forms
Examples of HR forms related to the Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Sample policies that you can customize to create your own personal leave policy
Example of a policy and procedure for leaves in use at a major university
Human Resources » Performance
Addressing worker workplace performance
Guidance and forms for managers to conduct a performance review - policies, procedures, forms
An example of a US government agency's procedures for performance review
Human Resources » Policies
Ready-to-use sample letters, contracts, forms, policies, checklists
Text of academic, fiscal, personnel, property/facilities policies in use by a major university
A variety of business templates: sample letters, contracts, forms, policies and checklists
Full text of a medical center's HR policy manual
Links to the full text of environmental and safety policies of a major university
Full text of the personnel manual for the Federal Highway Administration
Text of a student handbook, academic affairs policies, administrative forms
Example of a college's policy
Full text of human resources and other university policies
Full text of the Montana University policies and procedures manual
A sample policy manual that employers may use as a guide when creating or reviewing their own manual
Full text of a staff personnel manual currently in use by a university in California
Manuals set forth policies of the US Army & Air Force Exchange Service (pdf)
Full text of policies and procedures in use at a major university
Sample policy to set up a program to monitor employee communications
There are two types of policies regarding dating or establishing relationships in the workplace
These samples are for the principal use of cities, towns and counties
Text of HR policies, payroll guidelines, etc in use by a major university in Pennsylvania
Full text of a wide variety of human resources policies
Full text of the policies & procedures manual for the University of Utah
Human Resources » Staffing
Alternative staffing. Independent contractors. Outsourcing.
Handbook in use by the federal government for federal employees
Human Resources » Telecommuting
Fill-in-the-blank telecommuting policies, training programs, etc.
Links to several US states policies on telework policies.
State of Florida resources related to telework - policies, guidelines and more
Designed to ensure that your telecommuting employee is properly oriented to the policies and procedures
Materials to help you set up a telework program, including sample telework policy
Telework!VA can help your company offset the cost of starting up or expanding a telework program
Human Resources » Terminations
Employee termination issues.
Human Resources » Volunteers
Articles, sample policies and agreements related to volunteer management
Full text of a risk management policy in use by state agencies in Oregon - includes forms
Industrial Hygiene » Hazard Communications
Full text of hazard communication programs and resources
Text of the NIH's Hazcom Program including checklist & form
Industrial Hygiene » Molds
Guidance on indoor air quality and molds
Sample policy and procedure for preventing or remediating mold growth
Industrial Hygiene » Radiation
Radiation control programs, technical manuals, tutorials and more
Full text of a radiation safety guide in use by a government laboratory
Legal » E-Privacy
Sample internet privacy policies and statements, COPPA requirements
A set of proposed principles to guide the development of self-regulation in this evolving area
Legal » Internet Law
Case developments, articles, resources related to internet technology
SIIA monitors and takes action against piracy of software and content taking place over the Internet
Links to examples of actual corporate policies related to social media
Legal » Sexual Misconduct
Case developments, articles, resources related to sexual harrassment
Policy guide for churches with sample policy statement and procedures
Medicine » Occupational Medicine
Large number of reference materials on occupational medicine
Providesguidance for BBP programs and medical surveillance
OSHA » Regulations
Full text of federal OSHA regulations, interpretation letters and more
Support materials to comply with WISH regulations
Property » Buildings
Building design & architectural elements related to safety, maintenance, etc
General guidelines for conducting the work of architects, engineers, and all other contracted design
Property » Facilities Management
Topics in facilities and property management
Full text of a university's facilities management manual
Property » Fire Hazards
Control of special fire hazards
If not properly used can be the cause of electrical shock, equipment damage and fire hazards
Property » Fire Safety
Fire safety programs, checklists and reference materials
Property » Safety Programs
Full text fire safety programs, checklists and support materials
Guidebook discusses fire regulations for school-related facilities & activities
Risk Mgt » Hold Harmless
Hold harmless agreements
Full text of a university's policy on hold harmless and indemnity agreements
Risk Mgt » Industries
Risk management advice for specific industries
Risk Mgt » Liability
Real estate liability, slip & fall exposures, non-profts, volunteers, , etc.
Risk Mgt » Medical Liability
Medical malpractice, risk management in medicine, insurance, etc.
Risk Mgt » Programs
Full text of risk management policy and procedure manuals
Policy manuals used by the state of Oregon for their state agencies
Risk Mgt » Property
Property insurance and risk management
Full text of a policy manual in use by state agencies in Oregon
Risk Mgt » Public Liability
Public visitor liability, dog bites, premises security liability
Risk Mgt » Risk Management Dept
Home pages of risk management departments
Home page of the risk management division for state government agencies in Utah
Safety » Animals
Safety guidance when handling animals
Full text of policies and procedures related to pet control on campus
Safety » Cranes-Hoists
Crane and hoist safety program materials
Safety » HACCP
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans - food safety
Templates of HACCP plans, including forms for meat processors
Safety » Needlesticks
Needlestick injury prevention, legislation, safety devices
Safety » Sports
Sports injury prevention
Full text of sample safety rules and policies for cheerleading
Safety » Swimming
Pool and spa safety - drowning prevention
Safety » Welding
Bulletins, guidance on safety in welding
Includes a sample hot work permit policy and a safety checklist
Safety Mgt » Accidents
Accident investigation programs, job safey analyses, etc.
Example of a safety policy related to accident investigation
Safety Mgt » Committees
Safety committees, safety teams, etc.
Full text of a safety committee manual used by the National Institutes of Health
Safety Mgt » EHS Departments
Home pages of environmental health & safety departments
Conducts programs to create and maintain a safe and healthful environment for employees
Safety Mgt » Industries
Safety and health hazards & controls in specific industries
Environmental health program materials for schools
Safety Mgt » Safety Programs
Full text of over 30 workplace safety and health programs & manuals
A Model Injury & Illness Prevention Program which can be adapted to the needs of the school
Series of safety manuals - general safety, radiation, biological, facility, emergency preparedness
Guidance on created a corporate safety policy statement that inclues a sample safety policy
Security » Access Control
Tactics, techniques, procedures for creating a security access-control system
Security » Employee Theft
Employee dishonesty insurance and risk management
Full text of a policy manual in use by state agencies in Oregon
Security » Manuals
Full text of reference manuals for security program operations
Security » School Security
Guides for schools to prevent violence - checklists, sample policies
Sample policies to assist schools in complying with state laws related to school violence prevention
Model policy prohibiting harassment, intimidation, bullying on school property, at school events & on school buses
Includes sample school policies, protocols and checklists to protect students from harassment and hate crime
A guide for schools to prevent violence & drug use
Security » Violence
Guidelines, statistics, resources for preventing violence in the workplace
Example regarding minimum standards of conduct among employees
Technology » Accessibility
Guidelines on making web page content accessible to the disabled
Full text of the website accessibility policy posted by AOL
Workers Comp » WC Programs
Support materials for implementation of workers compensation programs
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