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Occupational Safety

Launching in 2025, COH’s Safety Management System will feature anonymous reporting via QR codes, empowering employees to report concerns securely. Another QR code grants quick access to Safety Data Sheets. Training details coming soon—contact your Safety Advisor for more info!

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Director’s Message

Jane Cheeks Image "Though our collaborative efforts and no compromise approach to occupational safety, we can achieve the goal of no accidents and no injuries in our workplace."

- Jane Cheeks
Human Resources Director

Tina Paez Image "We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all individuals who may work for, visit, or enter our facilities."

- Tina Paez
Administration and Regulatory Affairs Director

C.J. Messiah, Jr. Image "I fully support the ZIP safety initiative. All employees have the right to work safely and return home safely."

- C.J. Messiah, Jr.
General Services Director

Nelly Treviño Santos Image “Nothing is more important than the safety of our employees and visitors in our court facilities. The ZIP initiative plays a vital role in ensuring that we reduce and eliminate accidents and injuries in the workplace.”

- Nelly Treviño Santos
Director and Presiding Judge

Arturo Michael Image "I fully support the ZIP initiative and expect every employee to be an active participant in improving our safety culture."

- Arturo Michael
City of Houston Attorney

Pat J. Daniel Image "Through our collaborative efforts, we shall work in unison to reduce and subsequently eliminate hazards with our workplace. Thus, achieving our goal of no accidents and no injuries – ZERO IS POSSIBLE!"

- Pat J. Daniel
City Secretary

Stephen L. Williams Image "As the Houston Health Department Director, I expect that all HHD employees maintain situational awareness and communicate any safety concerns. With safety as a core value, our Houston Health Department will continue to provide world-class, high-reliability public health services for years to come."

- Stephen L. Williams
Houston Health Department Director

Proudly supporting safe spaces, safe habits, unwavering standards.

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    CRBNE Safety: Ensuring a Safer Workplace

    Safety awareness

    CRBNE (Chemical, Radiological, Biological, Nuclear, and Explosive) hazards pose serious risks. Understanding these dangers and implementing safety measures is key to protecting employees and ensuring a secure workplace. Here’s some information on standards for managing these risks and promoting safety.




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    Safety Recognition Awards

    Acknowledgment

    The City of Houston’s recognition program honors employees who lead by example in safety, promoting a safer work environment and operational excellence. Created by Glenn Davis and Cory Worden, it celebrates those driving positive change in safety practices.




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    Mayor's HERO Safety Awards

    Recognition

    The City of Houston prioritizes safety and recognizes teams implementing innovative protocols through the Mayor’s HERO Safety Award, offering a monetary reward for fostering a safer workplace.



Department Information

611 Walker, 4th Floor
Houston, TX 77002
careers@houstontx.gov