Accident Prevention Program

Everett Public Schools is committed to providing a safe and healthful environment for all students and employees.

The Accident Prevention Program was developed to implement the district's safety and health policy fully. The program elements cover a broad spectrum of areas and are designed to prevent accidents and injuries. Taken individually, the program elements have minimal effect. As an integrated program and with the support of employees at all levels, the Accident Prevention Program can reduce the number and severity of job-related injuries to district employees. The Accident Prevention Program aims to improve all school district employees' skills, awareness, and competency in occupational safety and health.

To accomplish this purpose, the district will:

• Assist employees in identifying unsafe conditions or practices to protect themselves and others from undue hazards.
   
• Provide new employees with safety orientation training.
   
• Provide ongoing training to improve safety skills and knowledge. • Involve district employees in keeping the workplace safe.
   
• Plan for emergencies. Employees are encouraged to share ideas or suggestions to enhance the district's accident prevention program with their supervisors, school district administration, and the district’s employee safety committee.

More information about the program can be found in the handbook below.

Accident Prevention Program Site Handbook