Explanation
Since 1997, the City of Columbus has participated in the Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) Premium Discount Program thus exhibiting our ongoing efforts to further promote workplace safety, efficient claims management and effective managed care. Involvement in the Drug Free Workplace Program, and a Transitional Return to Work Program further exemplifies a commitment to employee health and safety
Through our collaborative efforts with department and division safety professionals, the Bureau of Workers' Compensation, SAFEX Corporation and other safety and hygiene program organizations, the City has, since FY 2002, consistently reduced the frequency and severity of our workers' compensation claims.
These efforts have resulted in the City's receipt of workers' compensation premium rebates in excess of three million dollars. Additional premium reductions through the Capital Area Safety Council are also anticipated.
This legislation enables the City to purchase much needed equipment and additional services. This additional equipment will help the City in its continuing efforts to comply with the BWC Premium Discount Program requirements. The purchase of this equipment and other services will also help to maximize efficiency by fully utilizing in-house skills and will improve the level of workplace safety and decrease the risk of exposure to injury.
FISCAL IMPACT: During the 2005 budget process, City Council appropriated $525,000 within the Finance Department citywide account for effective service initiatives. This ordinance will authorize the use of $107,800 of the $525,000 to address the occupational safety needs of city departments and divisions.
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To authorize and direct the transfer of $107,800 within the General Fund and to authorize the Director of Human Resources to purchase needed equipment, supplies, software, training, and training materials; to authorize the expenditure of $107,800 from the General Fund and to...
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