Accident Prevention Plan
An accident prevention plan helps districts identify hazards, control risks, and rein in the costs that come with workplace injuries.
Workplace injuries and vehicle collisions impact people, operations, and budgets. An accident prevention plan provides a framework for controlling incidents and their impact on schools. Fund members with Workers' compensation or Auto coverage have access to accident prevention planning resources through their TASB risk solutions consultant, all at no additional cost.
Membership Includes More Than Coverage
TASB risk solutions consultants provide training and guidance to help members strengthen accident prevention efforts and workplace safety.
Fund members can work with a risk solutions consultant to strengthen accident prevention efforts through no-cost services such as:
- Safety program reviews reviews and implementation support
- Guidance on developing or strengthening accident prevention plans with tools, templates, and resources
- Hazard identification and mitigation targeted to specific risks and work groups
- Workplace safety assessment through facility walkthroughs and driver and employee observations
No matter where your district is in the accident prevention plan, your risk solution consultant is here to help you reduce workplace injuries and vehicle collisions and control their associated costs.
Connect with Your ConsultantWhy Invest in an Accident Prevention Plan?
According to the American Society of Safety Professionals, organizations can see a return of $4 to $6 for every $1 invested in safety programs. An accident prevention plan provides a framework for identifying workplace hazards, addressing safety concerns, and reducing the likelihood of injuries. With no-cost support from the Fund, your plan can help:
- Protect your budget by reining in the costs that come with injuries and vehicle collisions.
- Promote productivity by keeping experienced administrators, teachers, and support staff on the job.
- Strengthen safety culture by sharing accountability for safety at all levels of the organization.
- Foster morale by demonstrating leadership's commitment to protecting employees.
Take the Next Step
If your organization is ready to reduce injuries and control associated costs through a comprehensive accident prevention plan, connect with your risk solutions consultant and explore the resources below. The resources provide practical guidance on the core elements of a successful plan:
Accident Prevention Plan Training & Events
Accident Prevention Plan
An accident prevention plan helps districts identify hazards, control risks, and rein in the costs that come with workplace injuries.
Learn MoreAccident Prevention Plan Resources
Training Toolkit: Personal Protective Equipment
Train your employees to use protective equipment properly while respecting its limitations.
Driver Safety Training Toolkit
Train your employees on best practices such as avoiding distractions, driving defensively, and navigating severe weather behind the wheel.
Training Toolkit: 8 Steps to a Safe Lift
Train your employees to avoid back strains and other injuries by following these eight steps.
Training Toolkit: Slips, Trips, and Falls
Train your employees to avoid injuries by practicing good housekeeping, using ladders correctly, and using personal protect equipment.
Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist for Buses
Inspections are required before every trip and must be documented to comply with federal and state regulations.
Fire Safety Inspection Checklist
Use this checklist to document routine surveys of school campuses, buildings, and facilities.
Boiler Inspections Key to Safety and Peace of Mind
Keep your boilers in great working condition with state-mandated inspections and preventative maintenance.
Hazardous Chemical Compliance at a Glance
Comply with these Texas Hazard Communication Act requirements to avoid costly penalties and, more importantly, protect your employees.
Vehicle Close Call Report
Use this form to document a “near-miss” or “close call” incident involving your organization’s vehicles.
Accident Prevention Plan Insights
The Importance of a Thorough Accident Investigation
Conduct accident investigations to uncover the root causes of workplace injuries, correct them, and reduce the risk of similar injuries.
7 Quick Vehicle Collision Investigation Tips
Investigations are a powerful tool for uncovering collision root causes and reducing the risk of similar incidents.
3 Benefits of Documenting Near-Misses
Documenting and investigating near misses to identify their root cause(s) helps schools prevent collisions, foster safety culture, and save money.
Are You Reaping the Benefits of Accident Review Committees?
An accident review committee is a powerful tool for identifying preventable accidents and reducing the risk of them happening again.
Arlington ISD Shares Its Heat Safety Blueprint
Arlington ISD’s Heat and Illness Prevention Program protects outdoor staff with training, hydration, shade, PPE, and a strong culture of safety.
5 Tips for Building Safety Into the Workday
Many accidents stem from employees rushing or disregarding procedures. When awareness is built into routines, injuries drop and productivity continues.
Workplace Injury Trends That Drive Action
Discover workplace injury trends in schools and how analyzing loss totals versus trends can help control claims, costs, and risks.
Region 1 ESC Leverages Employee Perspectives Toward Safer Workplaces
Region 1 ESC's cross-divisional SMART committee leverages a spectrum of perspectives to achieve a shared goal: protecting employees from workplace injuries.
5 Tips To Make Learning Stick Year-Round
Employee training is a core element of risk management programs that help reduce the costs of on-the-job injuries.