Start the New Year Right: Reviewing and Updating Municipal Policies
The start of a new year is a perfect time to revisit Risk Management Policies and Procedures. Think of it as giving your organization’s Risk Management policies a New Year’s resolution: to be clear, consistent, and ready to tackle the year ahead. After all, if you don’t set the rules, someone might invent their own… and that’s when things can get messy (literally and figuratively).
The Importance of Robust Policies and Procedures
Policies and procedures are the backbone of risk management, providing a foundation to minimize liability risks and promote organizational consistency. While Risk Management policies sometimes get a bad rap for being lengthy or complex, concise, well-drafted policies ensure compliance with federal regulations, protect against legal issues, and create a safer and more productive work environment. For municipalities, these updates are not just administrative tasks but strategic actions to align with your municipality’s values and goals for the year ahead.
Sample Policies and Support from OMAG
OMAG offers a range of comprehensive sample policies to assist municipalities. These include Health & Safety policies supported by the Municipal Accident Prevention Program (MAPP), Sanitary Sewer policies and procedures through the Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reduction Program (SSORP), and numerous Human Resource Policies and Procedures. All these resources are available to members on the OMAG webpage. For additional policies or questions, you can also reach out to the Risk Management and/or Human Resources team for guidance and support.
