PROGRAM OVERVIEW. Agencies Most proactive/innovative safety program implemented $6,000

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1 PROGRAM OVERVIEW The CHWCA Risk Management Committee has once again approved the Cash for Culture Safety Award Program. The program awards not only agencies, but also agency employees. Our goal is to promote a positive safety culture by recognizing and rewarding agencies for proactive safety efforts and employees who take an active role in the agency s safety program. Agencies will be rewarded for: Most improved experience modification factor Most proactive/innovative safety program implemented to impact employee morale in relation to safety Agency employees will be rewarded for: Recognizing hazards and developing solutions to improve the workplace Developing solutions to prevent close calls or accidents from happening again Submitting ideas to improve safety programs that get implemented AWARDS Awards will be based on the following: Agency Employees (all will receive a certificate) Most Outstanding Suggestion $500 Outstanding Suggestions (multiple awards) $250 Good Suggestions (multiple awards) $100 Honorable Mention Suggestions Certificate Agencies Most proactive/innovative safety program implemented $6,000 MARKETING We ve developed instructions to help supervisors promote and implement the program. We encourage you to identify ways where the program can specifically help your agency promote a positive safety culture. We will also send out s and additional materials throughout the year to help promote participation. The materials are also available on the CHWCA home page at SUBMISSIONS Employee submissions Employees must submit an application form with supporting documentation where applicable. The form provides specific instructions on how employees can submit their ideas. To promote enthusiasm encourage your employees to submit applications as the ideas and solutions arise throughout the year. All employee submissions must be approved by the employee s manager. Change happens one idea at a time

2 Agency submissions Submissions for the most proactive/innovative safety program implemented should be submitted in memo format describing the details of the program, steps taken, and supporting documentation. submissions to Jane Hayes, CHWCA Risk Control Analyst, at Retain a copy for your records. Once the submission is received, we will send a confirming to the employee and manager. Feel free to contact Jane Hayes with any questions at All submissions must be received by November 1, RECOGNITION In November, the Risk Management Committee will determine which submissions will be rewarded and the award amount. If desired by the agency, the Risk Control Manager will come to the agency to present the awards during staff meetings and/or board meetings. A safety communication will be distributed to all members to showcase the outstanding ideas and to share best practices among the members. Results will also be shared at the annual retreat and posted on the website. AWARD DISTRIBUTION Employees will receive a certificate and check issued from CHWCA. Each agency can decide how to present the awards to their employees. Agencies may receive their award in the following ways: Cash award to the agency CHWCA can pay for an employee appreciation event directly Used to off-set future premiums Purchase additional risk control services Change happens one idea at a time

3 APPLICATION Do you have ideas about how to keep you and your fellow employees safe at work? Would you like to be rewarded with $100, $250, or even $500 for your ideas? If so, the CHWCA Risk Management Committee wants to see your safety ideas and solutions. The Cash for Culture Safety Award Program promotes a positive safety culture by recognizing and rewarding employees who take an active role in their agency s safety program. As an agency employee, you may receive cash awards for: Recognizing hazards and developing solutions to improve the workplace Developing solutions to prevent close calls or accidents from happening again Submitting ideas to improve safety programs that get implemented Submit your ideas and solutions by completing the form below and to Jane Hayes at jhayes@bickmore.net.* We encourage you to submit your ideas and solutions as they arise. All submissions must be received by November 1, 2017 and must have your manager s approval. Talk to your manager for additional information or feel free to call Jane Hayes at * Retain a copy of all documents for your records. Once we receive your submission we will send a confirming to you and your manager.

4 Attach additional details and supporting documentation if needed. Agency Name: Department: Employee Name: Contact # Manager Name: Contact # Describe the hazard or problem: Provide details about your idea and solutions: Describe the results: Employee Signature Manager Signature

5 You have a great idea? Something that will keep you and coworkers safe at work? Well, that could be worth as much as $500. Just talk to your manager about submitting your idea to CHWCA. Last year, Housing Authority employees won cash awards of $100, $250, and $500, so don t hesitate. The deadline for submissions is November 1, for CULTURE Change One Idea At A Time