School Safety
Our Commitment to Safe Schools
The safety and security of each and every student and staff member is “Priority One” in District 16. Emergency preparedness plans, procedures, and personnel are in place. The district has a Crisis Management Team and comprehensive plans for staff to follow in the event of emergency situations of all kinds. Strong connections exist between our schools and local police, fire, and other public safety agencies.
Safety Committee Purpose
To involve labor and management in a cooperative effort to promote safety and health in each of the district’s workplaces, as well as to satisfy the requirements of MS 182.676, MR 5208, and MDE.
Extent of Authority
The safety committee will aid and advise management about safety and health issues in the workplace. All recommendations from the safety committee will be submitted to management. Management will consider the recommendations and respond to the safety committee within a reasonable time.
Functions and Duties of the Safety Committee
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Review health and safety programs and records
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Review employee safety suggestions/concerns
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Review safety inspection reports and/or participate in safety inspections
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Review injury reports
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Participate/follow up on accident investigations
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Discuss accident prevention methods; identify best practices
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Participate in training related to these functions & duties
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Provide recommendations for elimination or control of hazards
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Disseminate applicable safety information to supervisors and/or employees
Communication
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Information provided to all employees – committee purpose, schedule, membership list, activities, system for reporting issues/concerns, need for cooperation and support, meeting records (agenda, attendance, and minutes).
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Methods of communication - email, website, newsletter, bulletin board postings, etc.
Organization & Membership
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Department |
Building |
Phone/Email |
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Charles Johnston |
Custodian |
Westwood Intermediate |
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Chris Balmer |
Kids Club/Community Ed. |
Northpoint Elementary |
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Doug Stahl |
Facilities Supervisor |
District Services Center |
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Theresa Holland |
Science Dept. Chair |
Spring Lake Park High School |
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Michelle Johnson |
Principal’s Assistant |
Park Terrace Elementary |
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Judi Kahoun |
Principal |
Woodcrest Elementary |
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Bill Zimmerman |
Technology Support |
District Services Center |
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Ann Bryz-Gornia |
Nurse/BBP Coordinator |
Westwood Middle School |
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Dan Fitch |
EH&S Consultant |
IEA, Inc. |
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Steve Halverson |
Technology Coordinator |
District Services Center |
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