Special Resources » Templates: Policies & Procedures


Full text of written policies and procedures - some currently in use.

The following is the collection of special resources throughout the library. Click on main category / sub-category for that section of the library OR Click on resource title for immediate access to the resource.
Accident Analysis » Accident Investigation
Accident investigation programs, job safey analyses, etc.

Accident Investigation Procedure [23795] Accident Investigation Procedure : Resource Info
Example of a safety policy related to accident investigation

Agriculture Safety » Animal Safety
Safety guidance when handling animals

Animal Control on Campus [19904] Animal Control on Campus : Resource Info
Full text of policies and procedures related to pet control on campus

Chemical Safety » Hazcom
Full text of hazard communication programs and resources

National Institutes of Health Hazard Communication Program [pdf] [5121] National Institutes of Health Hazard Communication Program : Resource Info
Full text of the NIH's Hazcomm Program including checklist & form

Construction Safety » Contractor Fleet Safety
Fleet hazards and recommended controls related to various industries

Landscapers: How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Hauling [5064] Landscapers: How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Hauling : Resource Info
A simple routine can prevent major mishaps

Emergency Management » Disaster Planning
Step-by-step approach to emergency planning, disaster guides

Developing a Contingency Plan [2036] Developing a Contingency Plan : Resource Info
Guidelines and samples of contingency plans and emergency procedures

Emergency Management » Emergency Plans
Examples of emergency management and action plans

Business Continuity Planning Documents [2498] Business Continuity Planning Documents : Resource Info
MIT's business continuity planning documents for use in the event of a disaster

Emergency Management Plan [2798] Emergency Management Plan : Resource Info
Full text of an emergency management plan including prevention, mitigation and recovery activities

School Emergency Preparedness Plan & Forms [8864] School Emergency Preparedness Plan & Forms : Resource Info
This two volume model program can be adapted to the needs of your site

Emergency Management » Evacuations
Guidelines on emergency evacuation programs, fire drills, etc.

Emergency Evacuation Procedures Model Plan [24291] Emergency Evacuation Procedures Model Plan : Resource Info
Text of a template for emergency evacuations

Equipment Safety » Cranes-Hoists
Crane and hoist safety program materials

Hoist Safety Rules [doc] [16226] Hoist Safety Rules : Resource Info
Sample fill-in-the-blank hoist safety policy

Equipment Safety » Lockout/Tagout
Equipment electrical safety, lockout/tagout programs, preventing electrical shoc

Controlled Access Procedure - High Voltage Hazards [pdf] [35169] Controlled Access Procedure - High Voltage Hazards : Resource Info
For authorizing those who may be permitted to enter areas with electrical capacitors or high voltage capacitors

Lockout/Tagout Safety Clearance Procedure [pdf] [35168] Lockout/Tagout Safety Clearance Procedure : Resource Info
For authorizing those who may be permitted to lock out and tag out electrically-energized equipment

Equipment Safety » Welding Safety
Bulletins, guidance on safety in welding

New Hot Work Safety Requirements [pdf] [36010] Hot Work Safety Requirements : Resource Info
Includes a sample hot work permit policy and a safety checklist

Ergonomics » Ergonomics Programs
Resources and references on ergonomics programs

Safety & Health Program for VDT Operators [13994] Safety & Health Program for VDT Operators : Resource Info
VDT safety policies and procedures required of NIEHS employees

Fire Safety » Building Design
Building design & architectural elements related to safety, maintenance, etc

Emory Design and Construction Standards [12389] Emory Design and Construction Standards : Resource Info
General guidelines for conducting the work of architects, engineers, and all other contracted design

Summary of the Corridor Utilization Policy [pdf] [3758] Summary of the Corridor Utilization Policy : Resource Info
Full text of a policy regarding storage in corridors

Fire Safety » Electrical Safety
Lock Out/Tag Out Programs and technical reference materials on electrical safety

Extension Cord Safety Policy [pdf] [35167] Extension Cord Safety Policy : Resource Info
If not properly used can be the cause of electrical shock, equipment damage and fire hazards

Fire Safety » Fire Programs
Full text fire safety programs, checklists and support materials

School Fire & Life Safety Guidelines [8865] School Fire & Life Safety Guidelines : Resource Info
Guidebook discusses fire regulations for school-related facilities & activities

Fleet Safety » Driver Drug Testing
Guidance on DOT requirements for mandatory commercial driver drug testing

Alcohol and Controlled Substance Policy for Employees with Commercial Driver's [pdf] [8492] Alcohol and Controlled Substance Policy for Employees with Commercial Driver
Full text of a university's substance abuse program for CDL requirements

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy [25004] Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy : Resource Info
The following is a sample company alcohol and drug abuse policy

Drug & Alcohol Testing for Commercial Vehicle Drivers & Mechanics [8431] Drug & Alcohol Testing for Commercial Vehicle Drivers & Mechanics : Resource Info
Full text of a university's driver drug testing program

Fleet Safety » Driver MVR
Guidance on driver selection criteria, what to look for in an MVR

Driver's License Monitoring [8430] Driver
Full text of a university's driver's license monitoring procedures

Obtaining Hardship Permits for Employees with Driving Problems [15788] Obtaining Hardship Permits for Employees with Driving Problems : Resource Info
Full text of a risk management policy in use by state agencies in Oregon

Standards for Authorized Drivers [pdf] [19369] Standards for Authorized Drivers : Resource Info
Full text of a policy that outlines acceptable driving records for drivers

Fleet Safety » Fleet Policies
Sample fleet-related company policies - vehicle use, drivers, seat belts, etc.

Accident Risk Assessment of Personnel [19001] Accident Risk Assessment of Personnel : Resource Info
Point system used by the US military in evaluating a person's risk in having a vehicle accident

Driver Authorization and Vehicle Use [3252] Driver Authorization and Vehicle Use : Resource Info
Full text of a vehicle program's policy for employee use of company vehicles, MVR reviews, etc.

Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy [pdf] [2530] Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy : Resource Info
Text of a university's policy regarding vehicle use and drivers

Fleet Policies & Procedures [24521] Fleet Policies & Procedures : Resource Info
In use by a state's fleet management section

Fleet Policies and Procedures [3255] Fleet Policies and Procedures : Resource Info
Policies regarding employees driving pool and personal vehicles

Fleet Risk Assessment Process [pdf] [19023] Fleet Risk Assessment Process : Resource Info
Example of risk quantification of potential fleet loss exposures

Fleet Services Policy Manual [22991] Fleet Services Policy Manual : Resource Info
Full text of an actual manual in use

Motor Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedure [pdf] [3259] Motor Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedure : Resource Info
Full text of a university's fleet and driver policies and procedures

Motor Vehicle Management Manual [12586] Motor Vehicle Management Manual : Resource Info
Full text of the fleet safety and management program for the Federal Highway Administration

Motor Vehicle Safety Policy [22588] Motor Vehicle Safety Policy : Resource Info
Policy, accident reporting kit and forms in use by a major university

Policies for Employee Use of Vehicles [pdf] [2037] Policies for Employee Use of Vehicles : Resource Info
A sample policy implemented by a municipality

Sample Seat Belt Policy [25007] Sample Seat Belt Policy : Resource Info
Fill-in-the blank policy statement for seat belt use

State Fleet Safety Program [24719] State Fleet Safety Program : Resource Info
Text of a fleet safety program used by the State of South Carolina for their state agencies

Vehicle Driving Information [14513] Vehicle Driving Information : Resource Info
Full text of fleet policies and procedures in use at a major university

Vehicle Incident Prevention Program [11771] Vehicle Incident Prevention Program : Resource Info
Parameters for drivers, MVRs, training triggers, accident review process and more

Vehicle Usage Procedures & Guidelines [27275] Vehicle Usage Procedures & Guidelines : Resource Info
Examples of forms and procedures used at a major university

Fleet Safety » Vehicle Safety Programs
Articles, topics and tips related to fleet safety programs

Driver Safety Rules [27999] Driver Safety Rules : Resource Info
Includes yard safety, dock safety, vehicle safety and more

IA-University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program [5885] IA-University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program : Resource Info
Full text of a fleet safety program

Food Safety » HACCP
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans - food safety

HACCP Demonstration Plans - Meat [14334] HACCP Demonstration Plans - Meat : Resource Info
Templates of HACCP plans, including forms for meat processors

Health Care Safety » HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 materials

Models and Plans - HIPAA [16577] Models and Plans - HIPAA : Resource Info
Sample compliance plans

Health Care Safety » Malpractice
Medical malpractice, risk management in medicine, insurance, etc.

Patient Abandonment [16448] Patient Abandonment : Resource Info
Guidance to avoid a claim of patient abandonment

Health Care Safety » Needlestick Injuries
Needlestick injury prevention, legislation, safety devices

New Sample Sharps Policy [pdf] [36003] Sample Sharps Policy : Resource Info
A sample policy and procedure for use of conventional sharps devices

Health Care Safety » Patient Confidentiality
Medical record privacy, patient confidentiality, etc.

HIPAA Templates Drafts [16195] HIPAA Templates Drafts : Resource Info
Risk analysis and Risk Management measures for the protection of data affected by HIPAA

Insurance Loss Control » Hold Harmless
Hold harmless agreements

Hold Harmless and Indemnity Agreements [3254] Hold Harmless and Indemnity Agreements : Resource Info
Full text of a university's policy on hold harmless and indemnity agreements

Insurance Loss Control » Liability Insurance
Real estate liability, slip & fall exposures, non-profts, volunteers, , etc.

Aircraft & Pilot Standards [15782] Aircraft & Pilot Standards : Resource Info
Full text of a policy manual in use by state agencies in Oregon

Police: Professional Traffic Stops Tips [19170] Police: Professional Traffic Stops Tips : Resource Info
Tips for police officers

Travel Risk [15785] Travel Risk : Resource Info
A Guide to Managing Risks While on the Road

Insurance Loss Control » Property Insurance
Property insurance and risk management

Expendable Property Values [15787] Expendable Property Values : Resource Info
Documenting Expendable Property for Loss Coverage

Property Self- Insurance Policy Manual [15783] Property Self- Insurance Policy Manual : Resource Info
Full text of a policy manual in use by state agencies in Oregon

Insurance Loss Control » Public Liability
Public visitor liability, dog bites, premises security liability

Insurance Guidelines for Use of Facilities by Outside Groups [17673] Insurance Guidelines for Use of Facilities by Outside Groups : Resource Info
Sample procedure in use by a state agency

Insurance Loss Control » Risk Control Programs
Full text of risk management policy and procedure manuals

OR-Oregon Self-Insurance Handbook [11780] OR-Oregon Self-Insurance Handbook : Resource Info
Policy manuals used by the state of Oregon for their state agencies

Insurance Loss Control » Risk Management Dept
Home pages of risk management departments

UT-Utah Division of Risk Management [11182] UT-Utah Division of Risk Management : Resource Info
Home page of the risk management division for state government agencies in Utah

Internet » Internet Law
Case developments, articles, resources related to internet technology

Internet Anti-Piracy Campaign [5269] Internet Anti-Piracy Campaign : Resource Info
SIIA monitors and takes action against piracy of software and content taking place over the Internet

Internet » Web Accessibility
Guidelines on making web page content accessible to the disabled

America Online Accessibility Policy [18489] America Online Accessibility Policy : Resource Info
Full text of the website accessibility policy posted by AOL

Job Analysis » Job Descriptions
Full text of sample job descriptions

Job Descriptions [2509] Job Descriptions : Resource Info
Full text of University of Southern California's job descriptions - approx. 20 categories

Occupational Medicine » Occupational Health
Large number of reference materials on occupational medicine

Bloodborne Pathogens Immunizations and Medical Surveillance [pdf] [17063] Bloodborne Pathogens Immunizations and Medical Surveillance : Resource Info
Provides minimum standards for medical surveillance programs for BBP

Physical Hazards » Violence in Workplace
Guidelines, statistics, resources for preventing violence in the workplace

Employee Conduct Sample Policy [26604] Employee Conduct Sample Policy : Resource Info
Example regarding minimum standards of conduct among employees

Professional Development » Ethics
Business ethics and codes, samples, guidance to ethical decision making

Codes of Ethics Online: Business [12009] Codes of Ethics Online: Business : Resource Info
List of codes of ethics available to be viewed online

Updated Corporate Codes of Ethics On-Line [12010] Corporate Codes of Ethics On-Line : Resource Info
Examples of company codes of ethics

Radiation Safety » Workplace Radiation
Radiation control programs, technical manuals, tutorials and more

Radiation Safety Guide [13998] Radiation Safety Guide : Resource Info
Full text of a radiation safety guide in use by a government laboratory

Recreation Safety » Sports Safety
Sports injury prevention

Cheerleading Safety Guidelines [22392] Cheerleading Safety Guidelines : Resource Info
Full text of sample safety rules and policies for cheerleading

Recreation Safety » Swimming Safety
Pool and spa safety - drowning prevention

Lifeguard Manual [16588] Lifeguard Manual : Resource Info
Full text of a sample lifeguard manual

Swim Instructor's Corner [16589] Swim Instructor
Guidance from the Red Cross for Swimming Instructors and Lifeguards

Respiratory Safety » Mold Hazards
Guidance on indoor air quality and molds

Mold Growth: Prevention and Remediation [22394] Mold Growth: Prevention and Remediation : Resource Info
Sample policy and procedure for preventing or remediating mold growth

Safety Programs » ISO 9000
Info on development, content & application of ISO 9000 standards to quality mgt

Quality Systems Manual: Machining [3462] Quality Systems Manual: Machining : Resource Info
Full text of an ISO 9002 compliant manual for hot forging & machining of metals currently in use

Safety Programs » Safety Committees
Safety committees, safety teams, etc.

Safety & Health Committee Manual [pdf] [11938] Safety & Health Committee Manual : Resource Info
Full text of a safety committee manual used by the National Institutes of Health

Safety Programs » Safety Departments
Home pages of environmental health & safety departments

NIEHS Employee Health and Safety [13992] NIEHS Employee Health and Safety : Resource Info
Conducts programs to create and maintain a safe and healthful environment for employees

Safety Programs » Safety Programs
Full text of over 30 workplace safety and health programs & manuals

Safety Manuals, Guides, Policies [13993] Safety Manuals, Guides, Policies : Resource Info
Series of safety manuals - general safety, radiation, biological, facility, emergency preparedness

Safety Policy Example [27933] Safety Policy Example : Resource Info
Guidance on created a corporate safety policy statement that inclues a sample safety policy

Updated Safety Policy Sample [20141] Safety Policy Sample : Resource Info
Contains the essential elements of a safety policy

Safety Policy Statement [11584] Safety Policy Statement : Resource Info
Sample policy statement in use by a municipality

Sample Workplace Safety Policy [20136] Sample Workplace Safety Policy : Resource Info
A sample corporate safety policy statement

Safety Training » Environmental Training
Online EPA training modules, RCRA, Superfund, EPCRA

Facility Environmental Guide [pdf] [28001] Facility Environmental Guide : Resource Info
Policies, procedures and guidelines for facilities-related activities that affect human health or the environment

School Safety » School Safety Programs
Resources related to school safety & health hazards, sample safety progams

Injury & Illness Prevention Program for Schools [11369] Injury & Illness Prevention Program for Schools : Resource Info
A Model Injury & Illness Prevention Program which can be adapted to the needs of the school

School Environmental Safety and Health Program [22619] School Environmental Safety and Health Program : Resource Info
Environmental health program materials for schools

School Safety » School Violence
Guides for schools to prevent violence - checklists, sample policies

Blueprints for Violence Prevention [19163] Blueprints for Violence Prevention : Resource Info
Ten model violence prevention programs

Updated OR-Oregon School Violence Prevention [23501] OR-Oregon School Violence Prevention : Resource Info
Sample policies to assist schools in complying with state laws related to school violence prevention

Sample Model Policy Prohibiting Bullying in Schools [24331] Sample Model Policy Prohibiting Bullying in Schools : Resource Info
Model policy prohibiting harassment, intimidation, bullying on school property, at school events & on school buses

School Anti-Harassment Policy Guide [27331] School Anti-Harassment Policy Guide : Resource Info
Includes sample school policies, protocols and checklists to protect students from harassment and hate crime

Security on Campus [10337] Security on Campus : Resource Info
Complying With The Clery Act and more

The Challenge: Creating Safe and Drug-Gree Schools [11376] The Challenge: Creating Safe and Drug-Gree Schools : Resource Info
A guide for schools to prevent violence & drug use

Security » Access Control
Tactics, techniques, procedures for creating a security access-control system

Campus Access Control Policy [21563] Campus Access Control Policy : Resource Info
Example of a policy relating to access and key control

Security » Employee Theft
Employee dishonesty insurance and risk management

Employee Dishonesty Policy Manual [15780] Employee Dishonesty Policy Manual : Resource Info
Full text of a policy manual in use by state agencies in Oregon

Internal Controls [27938] Internal Controls : Resource Info
Example of policies in place to help detect and prevent internal fraud

Security » Security Manuals
Full text of reference manuals for security program operations

Security Alarms System Policy [19912] Security Alarms System Policy : Resource Info
Full text of a policy relating to security alarm systems

Specific Industries » Industry Loss Control
Risk management advice for specific industries

School Risk Management [19607] School Risk Management : Resource Info
Resources focused on school risk management

US OSHA » State OSHA
Access to all state agencies with OSHA approved plans & their laws

WA-Washington WISHA Safety & Health Core Rules [18317] WA-Washington WISHA Safety & Health Core Rules : Resource Info
Support materials to comply with WISH regulations

Wellness Programs » Drug Free Workplace
Workplace substance abuse programs, drug policies and more

Alcohol Use: Model Campus Alcohol Policy & Guidelines for Beverage Alcohol Marketing [2358] Alcohol Use: Model Campus Alcohol Policy & Guidelines for Beverage Alcohol Marketing : Resource Info
Full text of a model collegiate campus policy on alcohol use

Creating a Drug-Free Workplace Policy [18925] Creating a Drug-Free Workplace Policy : Resource Info
How to create a drug-free workplace policy

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Sample Corporate Policy [25010] Drug and Alcohol Abuse Sample Corporate Policy : Resource Info
Fill-in-the-blank sample drug policy

Drug-Free Workplace [2379] Drug-Free Workplace : Resource Info
How to establish an effective substance abuse program in the workplace

Drug-Free Workplace Policy [8947] Drug-Free Workplace Policy : Resource Info
Example of a university's drug-free workplace policy

Drug-Free Workplace Policy for Small Business [pdf] [23673] Drug-Free Workplace Policy for Small Business : Resource Info
Full text of a sample drug policy for small business

Drug-Free Workplace Policy for University Staff [21824] Drug-Free Workplace Policy for University Staff : Resource Info
Text of a university's drug free workplace policy

Drug-Free Workplace Sample Policy [23643] Drug-Free Workplace Sample Policy : Resource Info
A sample generic policy that can be altered to suit your needs

OH-Ohio Drug-Free Workforce Policy Kit [9798] OH-Ohio Drug-Free Workforce Policy Kit : Resource Info
Kit with guidelines, sample policy, checklist, consent forms, etc.

Substance Abuse Policy [12217] Substance Abuse Policy : Resource Info
Example of a substance abuse policy in use by a major municipality

Substance Abuse Policy Model [19151] Substance Abuse Policy Model : Resource Info
Model policy you can adapt to your needs

Substance Abuse Sample Program [pdf] [12383] Substance Abuse Sample Program : Resource Info
Full text of a sample substance abuse program

US Air Force Drug Abuse Testing Program [pdf] [13926] US Air Force Drug Abuse Testing Program : Resource Info
Full text of a 78 page manual

Wellness Programs » Stop Smoking
Health effects of environmental smoke, workplace smoking rules and more

Smoke-Free Policy [23013] Smoke-Free Policy : Resource Info
Sample smoke-free policy in use by a major university

Smokefree Workplace Model Policy [5138] Smokefree Workplace Model Policy : Resource Info
Model policy for a smokefree workplace

Workers Compensation » WC Programs
Support materials for implementation of workers compensation programs

Workers Compensation Program [8311] Workers Compensation Program : Resource Info
A university's workers compensation program

Workers Compensation » WC Return to Work
Managing workers compensation costs by returning injured workers to work

Injured Worker Checklist [25906] Injured Worker Checklist : Resource Info
To be given to the injured employee regarding WC return to work

Temporary Modified Duty for Industrial Injuries [16322] Temporary Modified Duty for Industrial Injuries : Resource Info
Text of a policy that outlines the procedures plus a sample letter to be sent to the injured worker



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