Training & Loss Prevention Being able to work in a safe and healthy environment requires that all University employees not only be aware of potential hazards, but also be committed to identifying and reporting these hazards to management. The mission of risk management/loss avoidance programs is to save lives, prevent injuries and protect the health and safety of all employees, students, and visitors. It has been demonstrated that such programs improve employee morale and productivity and, at the same time, reduce workers' compensation costs substantially. Employees can greatly help the University in its efforts to prevent and/or mitigate losses by identifying and reporting potential hazards, including but not limited to, snow/ice removal, ergonomic issues, improper lifting techniques, and/or general unsafe work conditions. As was stated earlier, these reports should be directed to the appropriate supervisory personnel who should then forward them to URM. They will then be addressed by appropriate campus Risk Management. Announcement: For information about West Nile, see this web site or call (303) 441-1460.