W. Va. Code R. § 141-34-1-7

Current through Register Vol. XLII, No. 1, January 3, 2025

Section 141-34-1-7 - Safety Councils

To facilitate staff supervision, commanders will appoint safety councils down to battalion level.

a. Membership. As a minimum, membership should consist of the commander or a designative representative, senior staff officers, the command sergeant major and the Safety Officer from each subordinate unit. Designated safety council will review:

(1) The accident experience and related safety programs of the command or activity.

(2) Reports of fatal or other serious accidents.

(3) Safety suggestions to improve conditions and improve efficiency.

b. Procedures should be established for staffing recommendations to or through the commander for appropriate action concerning:

(1) Physical or structural alteration required to eliminate or control hazards.

(2) Changes in policies or standing operating procedures to minimize unsafe acts.

(3) Plans to strengthen the safety program.

W. Va. Code R. § 141-34-1-7