National Weather Service
Professional Development Series
Professional Competency Unit


Office Management and Administration

PCU 1: Safety and Health

Producer: Phil Clark, NWSTC


Description of Job Duty Competency to be Achieved

Office manager ensures compliance with all safety, health and environmental regulations.


Description of Need

All offices must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.


Specific Job Task Skills and Knowledge

1. Understand laws, policies and standards in the workplace.

2. Know office security/emergency response procedures.

3. Understand the proper forms for injury and accidents on the job.

4. Promote a safe working environment.

5. Ensure compliance of environmental requirements.


Instructional Components

Instructional Component 1.1 Complete the DuPont Safety Course Managing Safety: Systems that Work for Senior Leaders.


Proposed Evaluation

Evaluation 1.1: To be determined.


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Last reviewed or updated on 7/1/03