§ 31-5. Division of Occupational Safety — duties.

The Division of Occupational Safety shall:

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

(2) 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;

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

(4) 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;

(5) assure the adherence of City agencies to City safety policies;

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

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

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