Risk Management serves to protect Cochise County's human and financial resources by identifying potential risk exposures, devising strategies to eliminate or minimize loss, efficiently managing our self-insurance program, and collaborating with County departments to promote a safe and secure workplace.
Risk Management is involved in the following activities:
Developing safety and liability prevention programs and training resources
Tracking and processing Worker Compensation and liability claims
Serving as the County's Coordinator for the Americans with Disabilities Act
Tracking and investigating County road vehicle accidents with potential liability
Tracking and investigating County vehicle/equipment damage incidents
Serving as a resource for Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inquires and requirements
Processing and evaluating insurance certificates and contracts
Creating event-specific liability waivers
Conducting drug and alcohol testing
Recovering property damage repair costs
Coordinating fitness for duty evaluations
Working closely with our insurance pool (Arizona Counties Insurance Pool)