Human Resources
Kimberly Loving, Interim Director
Citywide Safety Unit
We're all responsible for workplace safety. The Seattle Department of Human Resources (SDHR) Safety Unit partners with safety officers throughout the City to promote a safe and healthful work environment.
Together, we:
- Conduct pre-employment and ongoing medical examinations
- Evaluate exposures to safety hazards
- Assess and correct ergonomic hazards for all employees
- Operate the City's drug testing program and commercial driver program
We also work with Human Resources and Safety staff to:
- Develop Citywide safety policies and procedures
- Create and deliver safety training and education programs
- Conduct Citywide Safety meetings to share safety issues and concerns across multiple departments