A safety program for injury and illness prevention plans should include the following key elements:

1. Hazard identification: Identify and assess all potential hazards in the workplace, including physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards. This can be done through workplace inspections, employee input, and reviewing incident reports.
2. Hazard prevention and control: Implement controls to prevent and mitigate hazards in the workplace, including engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE). This may involve making physical changes to the workplace, developing standard operating procedures, and providing appropriate PPE.
3. Training and education: Provide employees with training and education on the hazards they may encounter in the workplace, as well as the methods for preventing and controlling those hazards. Training should be tailored to the specific hazards of the workplace and should be conducted regularly.
4. Incident investigation: Investigate all incidents, including near-misses and injuries, to identify the underlying causes and develop measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
5. Program evaluation: Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the injury and illness prevention plan, including reviewing incident data and employee feedback. Use this information to make continuous improvements to the plan.
6. Management leadership and employee involvement: Ensure that management provides leadership and commits to a safe workplace culture. Additionally, involve employees in the development and implementation of the injury and illness prevention plan, as they are often the ones who have the most knowledge of the hazards in their specific work areas.

By implementing a comprehensive injury and illness prevention plan that includes these elements, employers can create a safer workplace and reduce the risk of employee injuries and illnesses.

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