Introduction

(effective 1/1/07)

To ensure a safe and healthful workplace for America's workers, the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 assigns the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, (OSHA), with the responsibility of setting and enforcing workplace safety and health standards.

Lesley University is committed to providing a safe and healthful work environment for our employees and believes that the Lesley Community shares the responsibility of ensuring the safety of all persons within the University. To accomplish this goal and prepare employees to minimize exposure to safety and health hazards, Lesley University identifies and communicates hazards and safe work practices to employees, develops written safety and compliance programs, and provides training as appropriate to educate employees on methods to prevent accidents. Human Resources tracks employee accidents and injuries and annually post the previous year's experience at the

Sherrill Library, Porter Café and AIB.

Lesley University has also developed and posted on the University's website, an Emergency Plan, designed to provide guidance for community members during emergencies. Each emergency procedure outlines specific responses and responsibilities to our community member who becomes aware of an emergency. Lesley University developed the Emergency Plan to enable employees to appropriately respond, effectively manage, and mobilize the necessary resources following discovery of an emergency.

If you need further information about safety or emergency procedures please contact your supervisor or the Office of Public Safety or the Director of Facilities and Operations for OSHA information.