§ 31-5 Division of Occupational Safety — duties.

develop and administer City-wide safety programs for the prevention of accidents, illnesses, and injuries;

develop and monitor safety programs in City departments, boards, commissions, and agencies and work with agency safety personnel to assure the effectiveness of said programs;

advise the Mayor, the Director, and City agencies in all aspects of employee safety and the safety of the public related to City activities;

investigate and report upon occupational injuries and illnesses and maintain a related record system designed to reduce occupational hazards and ensure responsibility and compliance by all City departments, boards, commissions, and agencies;

assure the adherence of City agencies to City safety policies;

keep abreast of all laws and regulations affecting employee safety and advise City management thereon;

maintain relationships with appropriate federal and state regulatory agencies affecting safety and with relevant professional organizations; and

develop and maintain programs to enhance the professional education of all employees involved in safety activities.