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SECURITY PLAN FOR COURTHOUSE SQUARE WHY DO WE NEED A PLAN? - To prevent employee injuries - Violence in the workplace is a modern day reality. It is associa e v~n speci ic wor place factors such as dealing with the public, the exchange of money and the delivery of services or goods. The source of violence may be customers/clients, co-workers or domestic violence that spills over into the workplace. Among those at greatest risk for such an event aze employees who work in an environment where plans to prevent violent acts have not been implemented. County employees who are injured while performing their job duties may file workers compensation claims for their medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation and permanent disabilities. As the County is self-insured, the costs of these claims would be paid directly from County funds. County employees have the right to work in a safe environment. - To prevent citizen injuries - Third parties who are injured as the result of an action or failure to ac y e oun may ile a claim for damages. Marion County is self-insured and therefore, we would pay the costs of such claims directly from County funds. In addition, these claims may result in indirect costs such as poor public relations. - To avoid OSHA citations - OR-OSHA rules require that employers provide workplaces w c are ee om own hazards. There is the possibility that fines could be issued against an employer who has identified or should have identified a security related safety hazard, but failed to act. - To prevent property damage or theft - A lack of security may invite theft or vandalism of oun prope . e oun as uisurance which may cover such losses above a$5,000 deductible. Losses up to the deductible would be paid directly from County funds. There could also be theft of or damage to employee property. WHO IS RESPONSIBLE TO IMPLEMENT THE PLAN? Everyone! WHAT SECURITY PROCEDURES WILL APPLY THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING? Procedures fa11 into two broad categories: 1) administrative controls and 2) physical controls. Examples of administrative controls include training for employees and clear policies and procedures. Examples of physical controls are locking doors and adequate lighting. Administrative controls are the focus of our program as they are less obtrusive, yet very effective, if properly implemented and supported ,by accountability. The two key components of these controls are the County~s program on workplace violence prevention and our emergency