4-008 - College Safety Policy

The Board of Governors of The Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology recognizes the legal and moral responsibilities of the College to provide for the safety of all staff and students by maintaining a safe place in which to work, teach, study, live and conduct research.

No aspect of the College administration or operations is of greater importance than the safety of staff, students and visitors. Every practical measure will be taken to protect all persons on its premises from injury due to accidents.

The objective of the College Safety Policy, consistent with the overall objectives of the College, is to minimize the risk of personal injury or property damage through the:

a) Provision of safe facilities, equipment and materials, and

b) Establishment of safe practices which are strictly observed.

The President will establish procedures to ensure that:

a) All existing federal, provincial and municipal legislation in the field of safety is complied with and the standards enumerated in such legislation as the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations are accepted as minimum requirements;

b) Safe and healthy work conditions are maintained and that safe work practices are followed by all employees, students and contractors;

c) Individuals in supervisory positions recognize and accept that the responsibility and accountability for safety in their area rests with them; and d) students and clients of Lambton College have safe study and living conditions on campus.