Pennsylvania Worker's Compensation Act of 1993 encourages all educational entities to establish workplace safety committees. The benefits of a safety committee include a reduction in the number of injuries, costs attached to the number of injuries and illnesses, and an increase in safety awareness.
In addition, insurance providers will grant a 5% discount in worker's compensation rates for institutions who have a certified Workplace Safety Committee.
The three basic functions of a Workplace Safety Committee are:
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to detect safety hazards in the workplace;
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to analyze and solve safety problems in order to reduce the risk of workplace injuries and illnesses;
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to assist in the management of safety.
The CASD Workplace Safety Committee was created in November of 2009. Meetings are held the 3rd Thursday of each month.
