Unless the context indicates otherwise, words used in this Chapter have the following meanings:

A. Bureau means all City bureaus or offices, including the offices of elected officials.

B. Loss Prevention Policy and Policy mean a citywide policy for bureaus to identify risks related to occupational health and safety, including workers’ compensation exposures, achieve regulatory compliance, and promote a culture of safety.

The City Administrator, through its Risk Management division, will have the following responsibility and authority in the area of City loss control and prevention:

A. Develop a Loss Prevention Policy that outlines expectations and create a template to assist bureaus in developing a Loss Prevention Plan;

B. Review Bureau Loss Prevention Plans based on the Loss Prevention Policy and template;

C. Advise and assist bureaus in the completion and implementation of their Loss Prevention Plans; and

D. Monitor bureau loss prevention efforts and report information on City accomplishments.

Each bureau will have the following responsibility and authority:

A. Develop a written Loss Prevention Plan using Risk Management’s template; utilize Risk Management’s consulting services to assist with plan development, as necessary; and provide the proposed plan to Risk Management for review;

B. Implement the bureau’s Loss Prevention Plan and track bureau loss prevention effort accomplishments using Risk Management’s reporting form; and

C. Annually review the bureau’s Loss Prevention Plan. Consult with Risk Management to update the Plan in accordance with the Loss Prevention Policy.