1. (a) The purpose of this Part is to enable OJA staff to work in a safe and healthful environment.

2. (b) The Office of Safety and Risk Management shall assist OJA offices, institutions, and group homes to develop internal policies and procedures regarding:

   1. (1) violence in the workplace;
   2. (2) smoking in the workplace;
   3. (3) worker compensation;

   4. (4) Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA), including:

      1. (A) blood borne pathogens; and
      2. (B) toxic and hazardous substances; and
   5. (5) general safety in the workplace.

3. (c) In developing internal policies and procedures, OJA shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations, including:

   1. (1) 74 O.S., §85.58A;
   2. (2) OSHA;
   3. (3) 85 and 85A O.S.; and
   4. (4) other rules promulgated by Oklahoma Department of Labor.

Added at 14 Ok Reg 1860, eff 6-2-97

Amended at 24 Ok Reg 1392, eff 7-1-07

Amended at 32 Ok Reg 1980, eff 9-11-15