The Risk Management division provides services across 25 city departments and is comprised of workers’ compensation and safety . The combined efforts of these teams help identify, analyze, administer, manage and control the city’s adverse exposure to financial, operational, and occupational safety risks and losses.
Driven by the vision and mission of the Human Resources Department, we uphold the following guiding principles:
- Comprehensive Risk Assessment: We proactively identify, evaluate, and manage risks to ensure a safe and secure environment all stakeholders.
- Strong Partnerships: We foster trusted relationships with internal and external partners to enhance shared goals and resource effectiveness.
- Consultative Approach: We encourage open communication and teamwork across all levels and departments to drive innovation and problem-solving.
- Strategic Mitigation Planning: We develop and implement robust mitigation strategies to minimize risks and ensure operational resilience.
- Effective Utilization of Technology: We leverage advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve decision-making, and enhance overall efficiency.
- Empowerment: We actively involve employees in decision-making, recognizing their contributions as vital to organizational success and a positive workplace culture.
- Compassion: We approach risk with empathy and understanding, recognizing that behind every policy, procedure, and incident are individuals and communities affected by our decisions.
- Timely Return-to-Work Pathways: We support and facilitate safe, efficient, and compassionate return-to-work processes to promote health, well-being, and productivity.
Important safety forms and information
Safety and health policies, procedures, and guidelines
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A.P. No. 2-2: Motor Vehicle Assignment and Use
↓- - Attachment 1 - Driver's Report of a Motor Vehicle
- - Attachment 2 - Supervisor's Report of Motor Vehicle Incident
- - Attachment 3 - Form 1 Notice of Determination of Cause or Disqualification
- - Attachment 4 - Form 2 Request For Review by Departmental Review Panel
- - Attachment 5 - Form 3 Notice of Departmental Review Panel Meeting
- - Attachment 6 - Form 4 Notice of Departmental Review Panel Determination
- - Attachment 7 – Form 5 Appeal to City Motor Vehicle Incident/Disqualification Committee
- - Attachment 8 - Form 6 City Motor Vehicle Incident/Disqualification Committee Hearing Confirmation
- - Attachment 9 - Form 7 City Motor Vehicle Incident/Disqualification Committee Ruling
- - Attachment 10 - Form 8 Minutes of the City Motor Vehicle Incident/Disqualification Committee Hearing
- - Attachment 11 - Home Storage Payroll Deduction Authorization/Cancellation Form
- - Attachment 12 - Driver Disqualification Exemption Application
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A.P. No. 2-14 Hazard Communication Program
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Citywide Safety Committee Meetings
Safety Committee Meetings will be held virtually on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 1 to 2 p.m.
If you have any questions, please call (832) 393‑7233 or email ZIP@houstontx.gov.
