The City of Torrington is very much concerned with accidents and the often resulting injuries to our employees. Accidents can cause untold suffering and financial loss to our employees and their families. The time lost from job, medical expenses and compensation payments drain dollars away from needed services and programs. Accidents do not have to be a part of our working world. The City recognizes its obligation to provide the safest possible working conditions for its employees and, in the event of an accident to provide prompt first-aid and medical care to minimize personal injuries.
Safety demands cooperation on everyone's part.
Communication must be kept open at all times between management and employees. Workers who notice hazards and other safety problems, or feel that they need additional training, must notify their supervisor. Everyone is obligated to be knowledgeable on standards applicable to their area or job, and to abide by them. Supervisors themselves have, and instill a positive attitude safety awareness in their subordinates, through personal adherence, contact and training at regularly scheduled safety meetings. It is the duty of all employees to perform their work with a maximum regard for the safety of themselves, co-workers and the public.