(a) As part of the application process, a group self-insurer affiliate member applicant for a Certificate of Consent to Self-Insure shall certify they have implemented an effective Injury Illness Prevention Program as required by Labor Code section 6401.7 and provide the name, title and contact information for the person within their organization responsible for workplace safety.
(b) The Board of Trustees shall direct the Group Administrator to ensure ongoing risk control and safety support to group members. Ongoing risk control and safety support shall be under the general direction of a California Professional Engineer, a Certified Safety Professional, and/or a Certified Industrial Hygienist. The California Professional Engineer, Certified Safety Professional, or Certified Industrial Hygienist shall report the impact of safety and risk control activities to the Board of Trustees no less frequently than annually, and shall solicit continuing support and direction from the Board of Trustees.