What are ways to foster safety and wellness in the work environment?

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ANSWER

At a minimum ALL EMPLOYEES are responsible for:

  • Completing all Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) required training identified by the Safety Training Self-Assessment (including Safety Fundamentals or Lab Safety Fundamentals or School of Medicine Annual Training) depending on job activities, work location and work environment.
  • Reporting all unsafe conditions, practices, or equipment to your supervisor/department administrator.

SUPERVISOR FOLLOW-UP REQUIRED

  • Know and follow the Workers’ Compensation policies and procedures.
  • Create and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Educate employees on safe practices.
  • Ensure all applicable training is up to date
  • Investigate incidents and accidents immediately
  • Know how to respond to subpoenas: do not accept subpoenas served on the University, instead refer to Insurance and Risk Services - the office responsible for accepting and coordinating responses to subpoenas. 

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UCI Wellness supports employees and retirees in achieving a more balanced and healthy lifestyle both at work and at home.

WorkStrong program is a UC campus-wide initiative that was created to help decrease costs associated with worker’s compensation claims. The goal is to provide a fun and challenging environment for education, awareness and improved health.