Seven percent of employees in Washington work in nonprofit organizations. Nonprofit leaders and workers are usually focused on serving their communities, not on compliance and administrative requirements related to operating a small business. Limitations on time, funding, and technical knowledge make it challenging to navigate and follow safety and health laws, rules, and regulations.
Safety & Health in Nonprofits pulls together information customized to nonprofits to help organizations operationalize safety and health practices. There are many components to safety and health compliance, and the guide provides tools that board and staff members can put into action now. Strengthen your mission and protect your assets by spending time understanding safety and health, and how it relates to the work of your organization.
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Introduction
Start by learning about nonprofit safety and health, including who is involved and why it is important to your organization
Create a Safety and Health Culture
This chapter breaks down the three elements of culture and gives practical ways to create a stronger safety and health culture within your organization.
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Overtime Salary Threshold Tool
Sample Whistleblower Policy
Sample Anti-Discrimination Policy
Sample At-Will Policy
Sample Confidentiality Agreement
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Important Note: This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or technical advice. If you are unsure about anything covered in Safety & Health in Nonprofits, we suggest you contact the appropriate agency, safety official, or attorney. Also, laws impacting organizations change over time. The information contained in this guide may become out of date.